Teaching in Nepal

About the program

Volunteers will work in a suburban school. These suburban schools were developed to provide free or near to free education to children below the poverty line. You will help teach subjects like English, Art, Music and more. You can also provide tutoring to students with learning difficulties, help them learn essential problem-solving skills, and help build their confidence by playing sports and games.

Nepal's education quality is heavily affected by a lack of teachers and the children's attendance. You'll find many of the children at home, providing an extra pair of hands when it comes to labor or earning an additional income for the family. The schools that are provided for low-income families do not have updated resources and materials. To improve the current situation, your volunteering efforts can encourage students to come to class and participate, learn new skills, and take an interest in new hobbies, opening their world and leaving a positive impact.

Please take note you may not always interact with the school children during the holiday season (changes yearly based on the calendar). Many children travel back to their homes in the surrounding areas. In this case, your primary volunteer project will be in renovating a school or childcare facility. You will enjoy daily interactions with the community and friendly staff.

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Leisure activities

Your week will include:

• Nepali language workshop.
• Nepali dress workshop.
• Nepali cooking workshop.
• A trip to Chitwan National Park for a jungle safari with an English-speaking guide.
• Kathmandu sightseeing of famous Hindu temples and Buddhist monuments.
• Free time to shop in Thamel market, in the heart of Kathmandu.

In April 2023 a law was passed banning solo trekking for foreigners. If you are considering any hiking/trekking during your volunteer vacation week, please plan accordingly. This is your own additional out-of-pocket cost.