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Located in one of the neighbourhoods of Kathmandu, we founded a English Boarding school in 1995 with only 15 students. Currently, we provide education to almost 150 students between 4 and 14 years old.
No matter where the kids are from, or which status their parents have, everyone should have a chance for receiving good education. The aim is keeping the monthly school fee as low as possible and providing scholarships on the cases that is needed (currently a third of the students are free of charge). The school is also a home for 15 children whose parents are not able to take care of them.
But after everything that has already been achieved, we do not stop dreaming. We want every kid in Nepal to have a chance at a better life. This starts with a good education.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
If you've ever wanted to experience the real side of volunteering, making a change on the children's life, trying out Nepali food, staying at a family's house, experiencing a culture shock, exchanging cultures and more then this is the place you wanna go to!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We need volunteers all year round to support teaching different subjects (English, maths, science, informatics), arts (dance, games), sports (football, martial arts, volleyball, cricket) improving the teaching skills of the staff, creating new material, organizing activities, updating our blog, building new facilities, etc.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Nepali: Fluent
Accommodation
We offer accommodation and food in our house in exchange for your help. We will provide you a room and a shared bathroom. We also host 15 children whose parents are not able to take care of them.
We cook traditional nepali dishes for you everyday during your stay.
Our home is located next to the school.
We ask volunteers to pay a small sum of 5 US dollars a day to stay here. This cost includes three meals (mostly Dal Bhat and mainly vegetarian) boiled/filtered water, cold /hot shower and WiFi. Please note that the served food is basic, however you are able to stock up on extra items at the local stores and small local eateries a short walk from the house.
What else ...
We are located in the neighbourhood of Balaju Heights, which is in the western part of Kathmandu near Swayambhunath (the monkey temple), one of the most famous temples in Kathmandu. The airport is in eastern Kathmandu and we recommend taking a taxi from the airport to our house. We can send a driver to pick you up at the airport with a private vehicle for 10 US Dollars. Other volunteers have really enjoyed this option as the Kathmandu airport and streets can be busy and confusing.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 171224512872
Feedback (26)
13 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I had a great experience at the boarding school with Rabin, his family and all the kids. It was my first workaway and I stayed for one week. As I was the only volunteer, I had a room by myself which was really comfortable.
Three times a day, I got a very delicious and filling vegetarian meal (cooked by Sunita).
I taught the kids only 2 days (from… read more
Three times a day, I got a very delicious and filling vegetarian meal (cooked by Sunita).
I taught the kids only 2 days (from… read more
28 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jens) for host
Rabin’s school was my first Workaway experience, and it was a very positive one. Rabin and his family are doing some really amazing work helping children from underprivileged backgrounds get a good education, and are continuing this work in the face of some huge challenges. Their old school was damaged in the 2015 earthquake, so they are now… read more
28 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Taé) for host
I only stayed a few days with Rabin and his family at the school, but overall I had a great experience. The only downside for me was that my bed was infested with bedbugs, which made me leave a lot earlier than planned. This is absolutely not Rabin's fault and he totally understood when I told him I didn't want to stay because of that.
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13 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I had a great experience at the boarding school with Rabin, his family and all the kids. It was my first workaway and I stayed for one week. As I was the only volunteer, I had a room by myself which was really comfortable.
Three times a day, I got a very delicious and filling vegetarian meal (cooked by Sunita).
I taught the kids only 2 days (from… read more
Three times a day, I got a very delicious and filling vegetarian meal (cooked by Sunita).
I taught the kids only 2 days (from… read more
28 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jens) for host
Rabin’s school was my first Workaway experience, and it was a very positive one. Rabin and his family are doing some really amazing work helping children from underprivileged backgrounds get a good education, and are continuing this work in the face of some huge challenges. Their old school was damaged in the 2015 earthquake, so they are now… read more
28 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Taé) for host
I only stayed a few days with Rabin and his family at the school, but overall I had a great experience. The only downside for me was that my bed was infested with bedbugs, which made me leave a lot earlier than planned. This is absolutely not Rabin's fault and he totally understood when I told him I didn't want to stay because of that.
During… read more
During… read more
24 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (William) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and am I very happy I chose this one, I stayed for about a week. Initially it was a lot to take in as I didn't know a lot about the Nepali culture but Rabin and the kids made me feel very welcome. I was the only Workaway person there at the time and I had my own room. There are shops nearby that you’re able to… read more
10 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Samantha) for host
I spent three weeks with Rabin and the kids. It was the first step of my trip and my first workaway and it could not have been a better start. I was the only workawayer during the majority of my stay so I had my own bedroom. The children, Rabin and his wife made me feel included from the start ; sharing meals, songs and prayers in the evening.… read more
22 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mairead) for host
I spent 5 wonderful days with Rabin, his family and the kids. I played sports with the kids, although equipment and space was limited the kids seemed to enjoy it. Rabin kindly brought another workawayer and I to a wedding him and his family had been invited to which was a great experience. Rabin's wife cooks lovely food and the chicken party on… read more
7 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Philip)
Philip is a really helpful guy, always asking to do more and more to help us, and the kids. All the children loved him because he was very funny. A really good experience here with him. All the best for the future !
(Very good)
17 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Philip) for host
Robin and his family.
Are truly wonderful people. They are very friendly, positive, happy, diligent, fun and caring. Robin was really helpful collecting me from the bus. I was made very welcome as soon as I arrived. Shortly after we all ate together with 9 kids who board.
The few days I spent there were repairing school desks and chairs. Which… read more
Are truly wonderful people. They are very friendly, positive, happy, diligent, fun and caring. Robin was really helpful collecting me from the bus. I was made very welcome as soon as I arrived. Shortly after we all ate together with 9 kids who board.
The few days I spent there were repairing school desks and chairs. Which… read more
19 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Katie & Konrad)
Katie and Konrad have made their wonderful work to be remembererd; they are gracious and full of compassion during their short day staying with us. The work of their hands are verity which stand fast forever and ever.
We give big thanks to them for their goodness and wonderful words to school and children.
We give big thanks to them for their goodness and wonderful words to school and children.
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Katie & Konrad) for host
We spent a wonderful week at the school and were really sad to not be staying longer. Rabin and his family were very welcoming and made us feel at home. The accommodation is comfortable and plenty of food is provided (liking daal baat is a must as it served for both breakfast and dinner). The working hours are very clear and communication with… read more
27 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lucía) for host
My experience was super good, I really felt at home even though I was thousands of kilometers from my house. Robin cares a lot about the volunteers and always look for the best for you, while I was at their house it was my birthday and they even bought me a cake 😊 Also I was sick two times and he offered to take me to the doctor. Highly… read more
25 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jay) for host
Rabin and his family work tirelessly for the benefit of the school and the children. Such warm, welcoming people. The children are a pleasure to teach and can really benefit from any teaching resources/stationary that you may be able to bring. A wonderful experience overall.
14 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
Unfortunately my experience was cut short, due to personal reasons, so I only spent a week here. I went as a solo female traveller and felt safe and cared for. The family are wonderful and they go above and beyond to make sure you have three amazing meals a day.
As for the children that live at the house - I have never met such polite, humble,… read more
As for the children that live at the house - I have never met such polite, humble,… read more
20 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Cornelia) for host
I spent three unforgettable, precious weeks with Rabin, Sunita and their "big family". I was teaching in the school, taught the students dance steps of the "Jerusalema song" ...( It was so much fun and they were highly motivated :-)!)
Above all, I was touched by the big heart and foresight with which Rabin and Sunita care for all the children.… read more
Above all, I was touched by the big heart and foresight with which Rabin and Sunita care for all the children.… read more
18 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alissa) for host
I've spent 2 months with Rabin, Sunita and the kids.
It was an amazing experience. From the very first minute Rabin wanted me to feel comfortable and during my stay he was very understanding and always trying to make me feel welcome. The workawayers have 1 shared room, some of the workawayers had to sleep in the office or in a tent as there were… read more
It was an amazing experience. From the very first minute Rabin wanted me to feel comfortable and during my stay he was very understanding and always trying to make me feel welcome. The workawayers have 1 shared room, some of the workawayers had to sleep in the office or in a tent as there were… read more
3 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (vdurman) for host
Staying with Rabin, his family and the 17 kids he takes care of was a wonderful experience. His wife Sunita was welcoming, she prepared meals for us every day. Rabin is very open so if you have any questions about the kids, way of life, schooling, Kathmandu - anything at all, he will give you the answers. It's a great cultural experience as they… read more
20 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (TRAN NHU THUY) for host
I spent 3 weeks with them and It's amazing experience!
I feel like at home. The children are adorable. They also teached me Nepali dance. I visited beautiful Rabin's village - Jiri and we hiked to cow farm and Cheese factory. Rabin and his family took care me very well. I learn many things from him especially unconditional love and not giving… read more
I feel like at home. The children are adorable. They also teached me Nepali dance. I visited beautiful Rabin's village - Jiri and we hiked to cow farm and Cheese factory. Rabin and his family took care me very well. I learn many things from him especially unconditional love and not giving… read more
19 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jokin) for host
I spent 2 weeks with them and the experience was very good. The children are lovely and the family looked after me in everything I needed. The house is simple but comfortable, and I really felt that I was living with a "real" nepali family.
Appart from that, it was very enriching the time in the school. At the beginning I felt tired because the… read more
Appart from that, it was very enriching the time in the school. At the beginning I felt tired because the… read more
29 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Felix) for host
I have spent almost 5 weeks in the school and leaved a beautiful memory in my mind. Thank for Rabin, talented chef Sunita and all kids, we’ve spent a really good time with each other.
Here’s one of my Nepal travel story.(Part)
Sitting on Rabin's motorcycle, passing through the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu, being lived here for more than a… read more
Here’s one of my Nepal travel story.(Part)
Sitting on Rabin's motorcycle, passing through the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu, being lived here for more than a… read more
9 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Felix)
Felix is a very happy and funny man, so humilde and sensible person. He wanted to learn about our nepalese family and stay close. He did a very satisfy work with us and in the school.
(Excellent)
21 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host
Staying with Robin, his family and all the household children was a really great experience. Since I was the only volunteer, I had my private bedroom and bathroom. The cooking was delicious! The children at home were adorable, I helped them with homework, played with them,...
Teaching at school was a little bit challenging, but the smiles and the… read more
Teaching at school was a little bit challenging, but the smiles and the… read more
10 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Richard & Caroline)
It was real pleasure to have Caroline and Rechard who stayed with us from 6 to 21 feb 2019.Rechard helped us in renovation work which was necessary for kids and Caroline helped teaching English which had been so effective and inspiring.
In addition to teaching,they were able to manage well organized girls and boys room whom we are providing… read more
In addition to teaching,they were able to manage well organized girls and boys room whom we are providing… read more
(Excellent)
6 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
I stayed with Rabin, his wife Sunita, son Suraj and their wonderful family (13 kids under their guardianship) for 2 fantastic weeks!
The vision of providing a sustainable and progressive education to the children in the local area is one to be admired and goes back nearly 25 years. The 2015 earthquake has not dimmed this vision and the school is… read more
The vision of providing a sustainable and progressive education to the children in the local area is one to be admired and goes back nearly 25 years. The 2015 earthquake has not dimmed this vision and the school is… read more
25 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Akvile) for host
I stayed with Rabin and his family including 15 orphan kids for a little less than a week and it was an amazing experience. I wish I could have stayed longer as they really need a lot of help and of you show initiative there’s so much one can do!
During my stay children at school had exams so I was sitting exams and at spare time helping with… read more
During my stay children at school had exams so I was sitting exams and at spare time helping with… read more
31 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Pau) for host
Staying here was an authentic experience. Robin and his wife were great hosts and we felt as part of their family. We stayed in a private room sharing with other workawayers, and we ate all together in the living room with the kids. The kids staying in school are so energetic, fun and always willing to play with you.
Teaching was very positive… read more
Teaching was very positive… read more
7 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Thaomi)
Thaomi is an amazing person with full of love,care,emotion and big heart .she has been able to deliver her excellent volunteering service at our school and she made our sherter children learn,enjoy,sing,dance and laugh.Even today our children remember her.our school is thankful and grateful for her amazing contribution and time during her a week… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (wonghuiliang)
Agnes and her sister were lovely,caring and highly academic excellence who helped teaching our school chidren and my computer work during their memorable stay with us. we are all grateful for their great help and would love to have back again.
(Excellent)
29 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (wonghuiliang) for host
Catherine and I went here for a week and we enjoyed our time with the kids. Rabin and his Sunita took care of us very well. We happened to be there during their annual picnic and we had great fun with the students. I miss them already.
16 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Selina) for host
I stayed one week with Rabin, Sunita and the kids. It was a very nice experience. Rabin and Sunita are kind-hearted people with a positive way of thinking. I liked how they are caring for the kids very much! They try to make all the children happy and to give to them the biggest possible support.
The work with the children at school was… read more
The work with the children at school was… read more
7 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lorenzo) for host
Nice experience with Rabin and his family. About ten children live with them, all of whom are students at his school. They are really fun.
The work in the school is nice but maybe it should be organized a little better...but you can work, the children are really too lively. Their house is located in the central district of Kathmandu called Balaju… read more
The work in the school is nice but maybe it should be organized a little better...but you can work, the children are really too lively. Their house is located in the central district of Kathmandu called Balaju… read more
12 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Valeria) for host
Rabin was a really great host, he showed us around and was always looking out that we felt confortable. We had a private room for the three of us and 3 meals a day. Sunita and their son were extremely nice and the children at home are incredible!! The kids at the school are so loving, and we had an amazing time teaching. It was a unique experience… read more
9 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Valeria)
Valeria is a very nice and well organize girl, extremely efficient. She develop many good improvements for the school and was very helpful and loving to the children.
She came with her friends, Rocio and Camila, and all together made a wonderful team for the school. So far she has been the most outstanding of all our workawayers.
She came with her friends, Rocio and Camila, and all together made a wonderful team for the school. So far she has been the most outstanding of all our workawayers.
(Excellent)
9 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Bronte)
Bronte is an extremely caring and loving girl, she was very kind with all the childrens of the school. We could see and experience her generous side with all the help she manage to give us.
(Excellent)
9 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristian)
Kristian is an honest and reliable young guy, excellent with his duties and very efficient on all of his tasks. He love to spend time with the kids playing and teaching also.
(Excellent)
9 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Melany)
Melany is a wonderful girl, always with a happy smile and a kind personality. I was a 100% satisfy with her work at the school and speacially with the children, she was very passionate about the teaching. We had a memorable time with her, and hope to see her soon.
(Excellent)
21 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Melany) for host
I spent one week with Rabin and his family and it was a great experience !
I had my own bedroom, that I shared with another workawayer, and a private bathroom. Rabin's wife is a great host, she cooked and cleaned our room everyday for us. Rabin's son and all the children that live here (about 14 when I was there) are adorable. Everybody made me… read more
I had my own bedroom, that I shared with another workawayer, and a private bathroom. Rabin's wife is a great host, she cooked and cleaned our room everyday for us. Rabin's son and all the children that live here (about 14 when I was there) are adorable. Everybody made me… read more
