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Thailand Childcare Volunteers

From £649, 2 weeks, Thailand

  • Volunteering
  • Adventure 2 out of 5
  • Relaxation 2 out of 5
  • Culture 4 out of 5
Thailand Childcare Volunteers

Trip Highlights

  • A fabulous opportunity to dedicate your skill and energy to some of the poorest children in Thailand.
  • You’ll be looking after pre-school children in day-care centres – children who really need you and will love having you around
  • There’s the chance to travel too in this beautiful country
     

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What's included?

  • Airport transfer
  • Arrival pick-up and transfer
  • Two nights in Bangkok on arrival including breakfast
  • Transfer from Bangkok to the project location
  • Twin share accommodation
  • Assistance from local co-ordinator

What's not included?

  • International flights
  • Travel Insurance
  • Food
  • Return transfer

Thailand is one of those countries that desperately need volunteers like you. You’ll find that teaching in Thailand is rewarding and much welcomed. With your level of education you’ll find that you can make an immediate impact in many places in Asia. You will be based just outside Surin, based in one of the childcare centres that provide a safe place for the children from working families. And why not go on our Thailand experience trip beforehand?


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What will I be doing?

  • A typical itinerary (2 – 12 weeks)

  • Volunteer options (2 – 12 weeks)

A typical itinerary: 2 – 12 weeks

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Destination info

Thailand is just a beautiful country – outstanding natural gorgeousness, impressive architecture, eye-catching temples, lovely, friendly people and just the best Thai food you ever ate and a lot cheaper than over here.

 

You will be spending your time as a volunteer in Sangklaburi is in NW Thailand on the border with Myanmar (Burma). Sangklaburi is positioned on a 72 km long manmade lake fed by the numerous local rivers and waterfalls. The town is surrounded by mountains and creates a picturesque landscape, an idyllic location for travellers and volunteers.

 

There are so many local activities to enjoy from treks in the mountains through to floating down the river on tubes. The local community is a mix of Thai, Hill Tribe and Burmese people; this diversity is seen in the local dress, food and customs. Due to the local poverty and hill tribe and Burmese people are considered stateless, there is a great need for volunteers. The town itself benefits from many local restaurants, internet cafes, mini markets and one bar! It is a great setting to enjoy the best of Thailand; its people and its natural beauty. 

  • Location: 2011 Surin, NE Thailand (2012 Sangklaburi, NW Thailand)

Your day teaching in Thailand  obviously revolves around the day-centres’ schedules. But you can expect to be working from Monday to Thursday from around 8 am to mid afternoon. The long weekends are yours to hang out or to travel. Thailand is such a beautiful country that it would be a real shame not to explore.

 

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Volunteer options: 2 – 12 weeks

Destination info

Thailand is just a beautiful country – outstanding natural gorgeousness, impressive architecture, eye-catching temples, lovely, friendly people and just the best Thai food you ever ate and a lot cheaper than over here.

 

You will be spending your time as a volunteer in Sangklaburi is in NW Thailand on the border with Myanmar (Burma). Sangklaburi is positioned on a 72 km long manmade lake fed by the numerous local rivers and waterfalls. The town is surrounded by mountains and creates a picturesque landscape, an idyllic location for travellers and volunteers.

 

There are so many local activities to enjoy from treks in the mountains through to floating down the river on tubes. The local community is a mix of Thai, Hill Tribe and Burmese people; this diversity is seen in the local dress, food and customs. Due to the local poverty and hill tribe and Burmese people are considered stateless, there is a great need for volunteers. The town itself benefits from many local restaurants, internet cafes, mini markets and one bar! It is a great setting to enjoy the best of Thailand; its people and its natural beauty. 

  • Location: 2011 Surin, NE Thailand (2012 Sangklaburi, NW Thailand)

This hands-on programme teaching in Thailand gives you the opportunity to make a direct and much-needed contribution in one of the poorer districts of the country.

 

We support a number of childcare centres – much needed in a country with low adult wages in which it’s common for parents to have to move to the cities to find work. You’ll be helping provide a valuable and essential service to families struggling to find a safe environment for their pre-school children.

 

The centres take around 50 kids each – up to 4 years old. If you’ve ever worked with small ones you’ll know how rewarding it can be. You’ll be doing everything for them – playing with them, wiping their noses, getting lunch ready. This is informal teaching and Thailand is one those countries where you can have an immediate effect. They’ll love you. You’ll love them.

 

It’s not just the children who need your help. The centres themselves are very often run-down and in need of renovating and repairing. So if you have any practical skills – painting, plumbing, just being able to fix stuff – you’ll find yourself in demand. It’s a great way to help and not just talk about it.

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Additional Information & FAQs

Minimum age

Minimum 18 years, maximum decided on potential participants’ health. Please be prepared that you may be working with volunteers of all ages.

 

Accommodation

You will be staying in a shared volunteer house in a twin share room with self catering facilities to prepare your own food. All volunteer houses have a basic kitchen including a hob, sink, toaster, kettle, fridge and utensils.

 

Meals

Eating out is incredibly cheap in Thailand, and you are able to walk to one of the many local restaurants where a meal can be purchased for as little as 100 baht.

 

Advice & Safety

Throughout your programmes you will have the support and guidance of the programme co-ordinator and team. You will be provided with competent assistance and help with any questions or advice you may need during your stay.

You will be assigned a personal travel advisor who will co-ordinate your programme with you. Feel free to contact them at any time before you go, or when you are on your travels.

 

In addition, you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number so you can contact one of our staff at any time should you need to.

 

FAQ

1. What are the typical group sizes?

Groups sizes vary depending on the time of year, but generally you can expect to be with between 3 and 10 fellow travellers.

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2. How much spending money would you recommend I take?

If you are on a tight budget you can get away with £80 Per week. If you want to do some travelling in your free time then you will need a bit more.

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3. What are the average ages of travelers on this trip?

The majority of participants on this program are aged between 18-30, however it is popular with travelers of all ages.

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4. I am a first time traveler, and a bit apprehensive about travelling on my own. Do many people do this by themselves?

The majority of our participants are solo travelers, so you will be one of many in the same position. We e-mail out a buddy list 2-3 weeks before you start, so you can begin to get to know one another beforehand.

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5. Is Thailand safe?

Absolutely, and you have co-ordinators with you at all times to ensure your safety.

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Stacy Edwards, 11th Aug 2011 - 25th Aug 2011

Please rate your overall experience
(10/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

The children were lovely at the childcare centre and I really felt appreciated! the starfish team worked really hard to keep us happy. There was always someone there for us to call and help sort stuff out. In one weekend they helped to sort out a visit to cambodia and elephant trekking! was amazing!

What top 3 tips would you give other travellers?

take a rain coat if you go in monsoon season, even though its still hot it will pour it down. be prepared to experience the true culture! enjoy every moment as you will have the thai blues when you return home!

How worthwhile was your trip?
(10/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

No

Would you recommend Real Gap?

Yes

Emily Cheshire, 9th Jun 2011 - 23rd Jun 2011

Please rate your overall experience
(10/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

Elephants

Please rate your pre-departure service
(6/10)
Please rate your in-country service
(10/10)
Please rate your accommodation
(9/10)
How worthwhile was your trip?
(5/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

Yes

Would you recommend Real Gap?

Yes

Ebony Fergus, 5th May 2011 - 2nd Jun 2011

Please rate your overall experience
(10/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

Working with the children, meeting new people (the Starfish team are great!!) and exploring Thailand at the weekends.

What top 3 tips would you give other travellers?

Research the country properly before you go, travel and see as much as you can, ENJOY!

How would you sum up your trip in 10 words?

once in a lifetime experience! Had an amazing time!

Please rate your pre-departure service
(8/10)
Please rate your in-country service
(10/10)
Please rate your accommodation
(10/10)
How worthwhile was your trip?
(10/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

Yes

Would you recommend Real Gap?

Yes

Maeve Norman, 8th Jul 2010 - 5th Aug 2010

Please rate your overall experience
(10/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

My Highlights was working with the starfish team, they were all amazing and the project its self was amazing, really felt like i was doing somthing worth while

What top 3 tips would you give other travellers?

1.expect the un-expected 2. take responsibilty for yourself 3.be really easy going

How would you sum up your trip in 10 words?

amazing, worthwile,cheap,new friends,new experiences,great, remember it for the rest of my life

Please rate your pre-departure service
(7/10)
Please rate your in-country service
(10/10)
Please rate your accommodation
(6/10)
How worthwhile was your trip?
(10/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

Yes

Would you recommend Real Gap?

Yes

Kirsty Wilsher, 1st Jul 2010 - 15th Jul 2010

Please rate your overall experience
(10/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

Meeting the locals In Surin and making friends with the Thai project coordinators. I really do feel like i have made friends for life.

What top 3 tips would you give other travellers?

Make sure you travel light. I thought i did but you tend to wear the same things over and over again and you can get your washing done for cheap. Anti- bacterial gel is a god send and strong deet if you are going to use get some which is stronger than 50%.

How would you sum up your trip in 10 words?

Amazing, beautiful country, locals were friendly, unforgettable.

Please rate your pre-departure service
(9/10)
Please rate your in-country service
(10/10)
Please rate your accommodation
(9/10)
How worthwhile was your trip?
(10/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

Yes

Would you recommend Real Gap?

Yes

Amber Cheryl Ghanouni, 3rd Jun 2010 - 17th Jun 2010

Please rate your overall experience
(10/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

The staff in Surin were fantastic, especially Tann, May and Deuan. theyreally looked after us in both the professional and personal/social aspects. They were so friendly and so helpful and made us feel so welcome. The volunteering was really good, really worthwhile doing, really sweet kids. I loved the time I had there. the Starfish team out in Surin were just fantastic I can't sing their praises enough. met some awesome people and made some friends for life!

What top 3 tips would you give other travellers?

Wrap food up really well, where you can, store it in the fridge, cos the ants get everywhere! Talcum powder really helps with the heat! Don't bother carrying bottles of things like shampoo etc. Save the space and buy the stuff when you're there, it's cheap enough.

How would you sum up your trip in 10 words?

Awesome experience, made friends for life, wanna go back now!

Please rate your pre-departure service
(8/10)
Please rate your in-country service
(10/10)
Please rate your accommodation
(10/10)
How worthwhile was your trip?
(10/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

Yes

Would you recommend Real Gap?

Yes

Ane Allende, 2nd Jan 2010 - 30th Jan 2010

Please rate your overall experience
(8/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

Meet the real Thai culture was one of the highlights of the trip. Get in contact with them.

What top 3 tips would you give other travellers?

Be prepare for the language barrier with plenty of patient. Give the 100 per cent of yourself and you will receive everything in exchange. Don

How would you sum up your trip in 10 words?

Shocking, So much love to give, And to received, Lear about yourself, One of a live time experience Make new amazing friends

Please rate your pre-departure service
(9/10)
Please rate your in-country service
(8/10)
Please rate your accommodation
(8/10)
How worthwhile was your trip?
(10/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

No

Would you recommend Real Gap?

Yes

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