Lake Malawi Teaching Volunteers

Malawi is one of the poorest countries in the world, with over half of the population living below the poverty line and an average daily income of less than 30 pence. At each of the schools we work with there is a ratio of between 150 and 200 students to each permanent teacher. These schools really need your support!

Volunteer Role

As a volunteer on the Malawi Teaching project, you will be teaching at one of the two rural primary schools that we have identified to work with initially. The introduction of free primary education in Malawi has seen a large increase in the number of pupils going to primary school, but this increase in access has also brought major infrastructure problems and a big decline in quality.

The subjects that you may teach include English, mathematics, science, creative arts and sports and volunteers are encouraged to take part in extra-curricular activities with the children should they wish to do so.

Project Location
On the shores of Lake Malawi, close to Monkey Bay

Accommodation & Meals

You will stay in a very comfortable, shared volunteer house right on the beach of Lake Malawi and within walking or cycling distance of the schools. Three meals a day are provided.

Programme Overview

Durations & Prices:
2008: 4 weeks £949, 8 weeks £1449, 12 weeks £1949
2009: 4 weeks £999, 8 weeks £1649, 12 weeks £2249

How to book & pay:
£195 deposit then balance is due 12 weeks before you depart

What is included?
Project donation
Airport transfer
Orientation on arrival
All accommodation
Full support and assistance
Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily
24 hour support number

What is not included?
Personal travel insurance
All flights
All items of a personal nature
Email/Internet and telephone calls
Soft drinks, beer, wines & spirits
Visas
Any excursions not on itinerary

Programme Summary:
Teach children in one of the poorest countries in the world. These under-funded schools are brimming with children and as a volunteer you can help to increase the quality of education.
Other Malawi volunteer programmes

Arrival dates:
The first and third Monday of each month.

Malawi Travel Advice:
Visit our Malawi Travel Advice page for useful travel information.

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