PROGRAM INCLUSIONS
Accommodation Enjoy 13 nights of accommodation in shared standard rooms, staying close to your placement and local amenities. Accommodation is comfortable, clean and social, giving you the chance to relax, connect with fellow volunteers and experience everyday life in the Philippines.. Arrival Pick Up You’ll be met on arrival and transferred to your accommodation within the designated pick-up times, making your first day stress-free and easy after landing. Transportation All transport required for your volunteering programme is included as per the weekly schedule, ensuring you can travel safely and reliably between your accommodation and program. Meals Meals are included throughout your stay, with three good-sized meals provided on weekdays and two meals per day on weekends. Expect a mix of local cuisine and familiar options. | Materials & Tools All teaching materials, resources and tools required for your placement are provided, so you can focus fully on teaching the kids new skills. Training Receive full training and ongoing supervision from an experienced local coordinator. Support You’ll have access to local team support 24/7 throughout your programme, with help always available if you need advice, assistance or reassurance. Cultural Session Take part in a cultural lesson and country introduction, designed to help you understand local customs, traditions and daily life before starting your placement. Local Tour & Onwards Travel Discover your new surroundings with a guided visit to local hotspots and points of interest. You’ll also receive ongoing travel support, plus access to discounted tours across Southeast Asia to help you plan what’s next. |
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Program Overview
The Kindergarten Teaching Program in Nacpan Village, El Nido, supports children aged 3-5 as they prepare for formal education. You play an essential role in helping young learners develop foundational skills by teaching basic English through fun and interactive activities like songs, dances, games, and storytelling. Lessons focus on numbers, colours, shapes, the alphabet, and basic writing.
In addition to teaching, you will also assist local staff with daily routines and childcare, ensuring a well-rounded learning environment. This program is vital in improving the children’s English language skills, boosting their confidence, and setting a strong foundation for their future education.
It also provides you with a meaningful opportunity to engage with the community and make a lasting impact.
What Will I Actually Be Doing?
- Teach English, Math, and Science in informal and interactive ways.
- Plan and deliver lessons aligned with the school curriculum.
- Organize and facilitate engaging learning activities such as songs, dances, and sports.
- Collaborate with local teachers to organize lessons and assessments.
- Actively engage in cultural exchanges by sharing personal experiences and learning about local customs.
Is This Ethical and Legitimate?
This program works directly with the community and supports local teachers by providing additional support to the children.
The program focuses on sustainable cultural exchange, helping children gain practical language skills while allowing volunteers to learn about local culture and education in the Philippines.
If you would like explore more of the Philippines or Asia you can book onto one of our group tours here.
THE ITINERARY
Monday – Welcome & Orientation
Meet the team, review house rules, health and safety, and program expectations. Learn about Filipino culture and basic language, explore the local area, set up a SIM card if needed, meet coordinators, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
Tuesday–Friday – Teaching Program
Spend at least four hours daily teaching kindergarten and first-grade students basic English through games, songs, and creative activities. Support classroom management and prepare lessons for the following day. Evenings are for reflection and planning.
Schedule may change due to weather or local conditions.
Arrive on Sunday between 06:00 - 17:00
Saturday arrivals need to book one extra night at our accommodation.
You must provide us with your arrival date, time and flight number to help us organise your airport transfer.
Your program starts on Monday but your accommodation starts from Sunday for you to arrive the day before.
CRITERIA & REQUIREMENTS
This programme is open to participants from a wide range of backgrounds. No formal teaching qualifications are required.
Requirements:
Minimum English level: Basic
CRB / police check required on signup
Passport copy required on signup
No teaching qualification required
Additional requirements:
Participants over 65 must provide medical clearance
Participants under 18 require parental consent (adult accompaniment strongly recommended)
Travel and medical insurance is mandatory
Recommended vaccinations include Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus, and Polio
There is no mandatory equipment, though participants are welcome to bring small teaching supplies such as books, games, or stationery.
HOW TO BOOK APPLY
Booking your place is simple. Once you choose your preferred start date, you’ll complete a short application and provide the required documents. After confirmation, you’ll receive pre-departure information, arrival details, and support with travel planning.
The programme runs every week throughout 2026 and 2027, giving you flexibility to choose dates that suit your plans. Our team is available to answer questions before and after booking, and to help you plan onward travel once your programme ends.
To book our volunteering program, select your chosen start date and select if you require additional nights, a private room upgrade and/or a departure transfer/out of hours arrival transfer.
Once you are booked, we will send you a booking confirmation as well as important information about your program.
If you have a start date in mind but you're not ready to pay in full, you can secure your spot with a $200 deposit.
- Book your flights into the Philippines (not included)
- Organise your travel insurance and visa (not included)
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Tour starts at TGL El Nido Accommodation on Monday (you need to arrive before Monday, Sunday night accommodation is included)
Note: Departure transfer is not included. Can be pre-booked or booked before you finish your program in El Nido.
