Orientation
On your first day of the project, you will be given an extensive orientation to familiarise you with your new surroundings. You will be informed of local customs, and how to get around using the extensive public transport network. A project co-ordinator will also meet you to explain your role as a volunteer.
Accommodation and Meals
There are two options for accommodation, depending on which package you choose.
For the language school and volunteering package, you will be staying with an Argentinian host family. Our host families are carefully screened and must meet stringent requirements before being accepted. All are middle-class and live in safe homes, and are close friends of the school staff. The distance from the school varies from about 20-40 minutes by bus. You will be given a key to your host family's home so you can come and go as you please. The family will provide two meals a day, and a private room with a shared bathroom. They will speak Spanish most of the time, to help you learn the language and get the most out of the programme. There will be at least one member of the family that speaks English if need be.
If you choose the volunteering project alone, you will be staying at a hostel with breakfast included. Commute time to the project can be 30-60 minutes. Cooking dinner and washing up will unfortunately then be your own responsibility!
Free Time
Twice a week, you will be given the opportunity to go on excursions with your fellow students and teachers. These usually last for a couple of hours, and give you the opportunity to get to know your colleagues and the city more intimately. These excursions are included in the price, though you may be expected to pay minimal fees such as public transport costs and entrance to museums etc. Examples of activities include trips to La Recoleta, the cosmopolitan Parisien-styled district, which is home to the cemetery where Eva Peron's body resides, tours of the famous La Boca neighbourhood and the Plaza de Mayo, home to many important political events in Argentina's history.
Project Support
Throughout your stay in Buenos Aires you will have the support and guidance of the coordinator and team. They will be able to provide you with any help or advice you may need during your stay.
In addition to the in-country support, you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number should you need to contact one of our UK staff at any time.
Project Age Limit
Minimum 18 years, maximum decided on potential participants’ health.
Programme Requirements
Although it is not required, we recommend having some teaching experience and some knowledge of Spanish.
