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Susa-dei! (Hello in Khmer)
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Are you interested in combining your travel plans to Cambodia and Angkor Wat with supporting a local school through your English skills and experiencing the culture? This is your chance to join a meaningful project and help children learn English, art, and sports.
Together, we can make a positive impact on the daily lives of these children. Join us in creating a lasting difference!
Who are we?
Founded in 2016, our school is a public primary school located in Siem Reap. Additionally, we support a village schools in the countryside. We are dedicated to providing English education programs for motivated local children aged 4-18, as well as teaching gardening and farming at the village schools. With the support of our sponsors and volunteers, we are paving the way to a brighter future for our children. Our team includes the founder, Sa, along with two kids, and a young and enthusiastic group of local teachers.
Mission?
Our mission is to ensure that every Cambodian child has access to education and the opportunity to enhance their English speaking abilities.
We are committed to provide values such as quality education, English proficiency, discipline, and social skills in our students. Our goal is to empower them to improve their lives and build a brighter future.
Why?
Cambodia relies heavily on tourism as its primary source of income. Consequently, the inability to speak English can significantly impact a family, potentially leading to severe poverty.
Our organization collaborates with various NGOs on programs focused on education, healthcare, community development, and food security. Your involvement with us would primarily contribute to the education sector, where we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Cambodian children.
Why should you join us?
It's a perfect opportunity for you if you're planning to travel to Siem Reap to visit the renowned Angkor Wat and also wish to support a local school in their mission while engaging in a cultural exchange.
During your stay, you will immerse yourself in the local culture, learn Khmer, savor local cuisine, explore vibrant markets, sample exotic fruits, and enjoy a rich experience of cultural and language exchange. It's a chance to make your journey more meaningful and memorable.
What can you expect?
Stay at our school, located 10 minutes away from Siem Reap city center and 10 minutes away from the famous Angkor Wat. Here, you will have the opportunity to stay close to the city center. We provide free accommodation in the school facilities. Additionally, we offer one meal a day (lunch). Near the school, you will find many options for local restaurants and cafes where you can easily find an abundant variety of choices for your breakfast and dinner.
What can you do here in your free time?
During your free time here, you can discover the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat, explore Pub Street's lively nightlife with its array of restaurants and bars. Wander through local markets, shop for souvenirs and handicrafts, or relax in the botanical gardens amidst local flora. Immerse yourself in Khmer culture by visiting art galleries showcasing local artwork and museums highlighting Cambodia's rich history. Interact with friendly locals to learn about their traditions, and don't miss sampling Khmer street food at small eateries offering dishes such as Lok Lak.
Additional information:
In Cambodia, particularly at our school, it's important, especially for girls, not to wear short-sleeved shirts or shorts while teaching. Please come prepared with t-shirts, pants, or skirts. We appreciate your understanding!
Before Covid-19, we were fortunate to receive support from volunteers around the world. However, due to the ongoing impact on Cambodia's tourism sector, we haven't been able to host as many volunteers recently. This is why we seek your help :). We eagerly anticipate hosting you and will do our utmost to ensure you feel welcome while experiencing our culture firsthand.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
DIY and building projects
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Volunteers who come to help at our school play a crucial role in enriching the education of local children in Siem Reap, ensuring they receive a high-quality learning experience. Learning English can significantly impact these children's futures, opening doors to opportunities they might not otherwise have. Engaging with native English speakers also enhances their language skills in a practical setting.
For travelers, Cambodia offers a unique opportunity to deeply immerse oneself in local culture. Volunteering and staying within the community often prove enlightening, fostering a newfound appreciation for the educational and life opportunities available in more developed countries. Witnessing the resilience and joy of children from less privileged backgrounds can be deeply transformative, altering one's perspective on life. Volunteering here promises to be a meaningful and unforgettable experience, leaving a lasting impression and broadening your worldview.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Our school operates three sessions daily:
The morning session runs from 8:00 to 10:30 am with a 25-minute break. Students aged 4 to 14 attend.
The afternoon session runs from 2:00 to 4:30 pm with a 25-minute break. Students aged 4 to 14 also attend.
There is an evening session from 5:00 to 6:00 pm without a break, for students aged 9 to 17.
The lesson that we asked volunteer to help to improved our students are Reading skill and Speaking skill.
We ask volunteers to choose a session of these three sessions to participate in. During each session, volunteers work alongside local teachers who provide support. Our classes follow a structured learning program with workbooks, but this does not mean there is no time for play and enjoyable activities. On the contrary, volunteers, with support from local teachers, are encouraged to incorporate games and creative activities to enhance the learning experience for the students.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Khmer: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
We are interested in having volunteers share their native language with our students when the opportunity is available outside of teaching the English curriculum.
Accommodation
Our school is located 10 minutes away from Siem Reap city center and 10 minutes away from the famous Angkor Wat. Here, you will have the opportunity to stay close to the city center.
Our volunteer accommodation is conveniently situated within the school facilities, providing comfortable shared rooms furnished with mattresses, fans, and bathrooms featuring showers. We also offer WiFi internet connection for volunteers. Outside, there's a traditional Khmer-style hatched gazebo equipped with hammocks, offering a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Near the school, you'll discover a wealth of local markets, restaurants, and cafes offering a diverse array of goods and dining options.
We provided lunch and drinking water to everyone for free and accommodation at the weekend is also available. If you prefer want to stay at the hostel on weekend is fine.
What else ...
There are many adventures to do in Siem Reap. Of course, a visit to Siem Reap would not be complete without a trip to the amazing temple of Angkor Wat and the other temples of Angkor. Take a trip to the floating village on the Tonle Sap, visit the night markets, Pub Street, Kulen Mountain (Waterfall) and Teuk Chob Khnar Po Ecotourism Community ecstatic over reduced forest crime and illegal hunting in community or enjoy some relaxation at one of the many spas available in Siem Reap. Tuk Tuk's are readily available at a low-cost.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a Wi-Fi router located here at the school.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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I helped Sa and Paul for two weeks in December and is defintly been one of the best experience of my life. The school is well organized, the teachers that work there are indipendent and you will find immeditly your role inside the school. Even more i had the opportunity to spent Christmas here and is defintly been a lifetime… read more
I spent one week on August 2024 and even if for a few days, the experience was amazing.
Sa and and all the teachers put the best effort into the school and taking care of the students.
I found a very beatiful atmosphere. Positive, full of energy and joy.
My students were from 3 to 5 and… read more
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I helped Sa and Paul for two weeks in December and is defintly been one of the best experience of my life. The school is well organized, the teachers that work there are indipendent and you will find immeditly your role inside the school. Even more i had the opportunity to spent Christmas here and is defintly been a lifetime… read more
I spent one week on August 2024 and even if for a few days, the experience was amazing.
Sa and and all the teachers put the best effort into the school and taking care of the students.
I found a very beatiful atmosphere. Positive, full of energy and joy.
My students were from 3 to 5 and… read more
If you are looking to teach but are not very experienced, this a is a great school because you are paired with a Khmer teacher. The teachers also prepare the lesson plans and worksheets/homework every day.
The teachers… read more
She has been teaching English children She is an industrious, strict, punctual and friendly to everyone and has never created problems and has never done a… read more
Furthermore, on behalf… read more
I will never forget the time I had here and it will stay in my heart forever. Highly recommend this place!
Carina is a very good teacher and nice person. She has been teaching English to youths, children and has been working as a good teacher. She was industrious, strict, punctual and… read more
Only one week, She try on her best to share her experiences to our local teacher. She very good preparation, good… read more
We wish you good luck for your travel.
With best regards,
SA.
-it is a really beautiful… read more
They are very good volunteers. Both of them very good… read more
I would like to say thank you… read more
Thank you for everything!
Kaya and… read more
I would like to say thank to you so much for spent your value time to join with our program around 7days at the school.
It was a really enjoy time to work you and thanks for shared your experience, culture to our staffs and students.
I would like to recommendation to Ghislain that he is a confident and qualified with… read more
I really enjoyed my time there and would have love to give more time to those wonderful kids ❤️
I tried to give all I could as I am not a teacher in real life.
The experience gives me a lot of good memories… read more
However, the way of… read more
It is very great time for 2 weeks to exchange and shared experience together.
On behalf of the center, I would like to thank you to Mr. Simon is a confident and qualified with fundamental knowledge in his teaching and preparation, good… read more
I really had a great time teaching at the school and will really miss the kids. I will leave the place with happy memories of my time.
I would like to say that they are a confident and qualified with fundamental in their teaching and preparation, good attitude toward training and communication with others.
I would like wish to them good luck in their… read more
We (Max, Allen and Marie) stayed at this project in October for one week and we had an amazing time.
During this exchange we were able to get to know three different school projects and we supported the local teachers with their english classes and playing soccer.
The school kids are very… read more
