Our children are at the heart of our community, and we know that education is their best chance to better themselves and their community, in our still developing country. Volunteers have the opportunity to work with children of all ages across a range of subjects including Math, English, and Science. You will quickly become an integral part of the school, and be heavily involved in all aspects of the education system, from planning to implementation, and extracurricular activities. Working with the challenges of a developing countries education system, honing your teaching skills, and knowing you’ve made a real difference to our children, and therefore community’s, future, is a life-changing experience for our volunteers.
Work closely with local teachers and pupils in one of our island’s 6 schools.
Experience the challenges of working in a developing country.
You will be involved in the lesson planning and implementation, teaching grades 1-12 subjects: Math, English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Get involved in the community and take part in extracurricular activities such as sports and nature clubs.
It’s not all work and no play, weekly excursions including snorkeling, visiting uninhabited islands, camping, BBQs etc. offer some much-needed rest time
What’s Included
Pre-arrival:
– 24/7 support from our volunteer coordinator
– Pre-arrival information about your programme, organization and environment
– VISA application on your behalf so it is ready for you on arrival
– We book local accommodation and organize airport pickup
During:
– In-country transportation between Male and Naifaru either via ferry or speedboat
– Accommodation on Naifaru
– 3 meals a day
– 1 excursion/week
– 24/7 support from our volunteer coordinator
Post-departure:
– In-country transportation from Naifaru to Male either via ferry or speedboat
– Certificate of competency
– Lifetime of memories
– Discount of 20% if you decide to come back
VISA
What’s Not Included
• Flights
• Travel insurance
• $200 administration fee
• $30 international bank transfer fee
• Boat from the airport to the mainland in Male ($1)
• Taxi to the speedboat to Naifaru (approx. $4)
• Accommodation in Male (approx. $55-65 per night)
Trip Itinerary
In Naifaru we have six schools catering for children from grades 1 – 12, and you can teach a variety of subjects from English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics. You will be involved throughout the process of planning and teaching classes and will be given opportunities to lead classes yourself and get involved with extracurricular activities, e.g. sports, art etc. Classes start at 6:30am – 8:30am, then from 9:30am – 12am.
Program And Price
Become a volunteer in the Maldives, education is the most powerful weapon to inspire change; better a community while bettering yourself.
- 2 weeks
$Not Available - 3 weeks
$1498 - 4 weeks
$2004 - 6 weeks
$2816 - 8 weeks
$3578 - 10 weeks
$4340 - 12 weeks
$5152
All fees are shown in USD and are exclusive of the administration fee of $200.00, Bank Transfer fee $25 and Insurance fee $40 (business visa only). Your fee covers in country transfers, accommodation in Naifaru, 3 meals a day, activities and a weekly excursion. We find volunteers spend very little additional money whilst with us. Without these funds, we would not be able to continue our community outreach projects.
