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(Speaks 5 languages: Arabic, English, Japanese, German, Mandarin)
Welcome!
We are happy to welcome you and meet people from all over the world. We invite you to share your time, culture, and knowledge with our enthusiastic and passionate students. We are an Islamic boarding school — more commonly known in Indonesia as a Pondok Pesantren Modern. Located in West Java, we offer you a meaningful cultural experience deeply rooted in Islamic values, education, and local traditions.
Here, you won’t just teach — you’ll also learn. Learn how students live, how we shape strong character and discipline through education, and how Islamic values are practiced in everyday life. You will be warmly welcomed into our close-knit school community consisting of students, teachers, and staff.
Don’t just come to Indonesia for Bali — there is so much more to explore! Java offers rich culture, spiritual depth, and a unique way of life. Make your trip to Indonesia even more meaningful by visiting us and becoming part of our journey.
Volunteer Activities
Volunteers are welcome to support us in a variety of areas, such as teaching, language practice, art projects, gardening, eco-friendly initiatives, light maintenance, IT support, hospitality, and even helping with cooking or school media. These activities are flexible and based on your interests and strengths. If you have any ideas or would like to propose your own project, we’re happy to hear and support it!
What You’ll Get:
✔ 3 delicious buffet meals per day
✔ Free on-campus accommodation
✔ 1 day off per week
✔ Deep cultural and religious immersion
✔ Friendly and respectful students
✔ Guided access to local waterfalls, volcanoes, or hiking trails — we’d be happy to accompany you!
✔ Experience living in a peaceful area where foreigners are rarely seen — locals will greet you with curiosity and genuine warmth
✔ Unmatched hospitality and friendship
Location
We are located in Kabupaten Sukabumi, West Java. You can easily find us on Google Maps . The school is approximately 3–4 hours inland from Jakarta by bus or train. The weather here is mostly cool and fresh year-round, with very little pollution and no tourist crowds.
Once you arrive in Jakarta, our team will guide you step-by-step until you reach the school safely.
How long can I stay?
We recommend a minimum stay of 2–3 weeks to allow you to build deeper connections with students and the school. Longer stays are most welcome!
A few things to keep in mind:
🕌 We maintain a respectful, faith-based environment. Modest clothing is appreciated.
🚭 No smoking, alcohol, or inappropriate behavior on campus.
🕰️ Daily prayer times are part of the rhythm of life here, and volunteers are encouraged to be mindful of them.
🗣️ English & Arabic are widely used among teachers and senior students, but feel free to learn some Bahasa Indonesia — we’ll help you!
Want a tour of the campus?
We’d love to show you around! Video tours of the school are available upon request.
Find us on the web:
Feel free to ask us for links to our website, social media, or student videos.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Come and taste incredible homemade daily buffets featuring all-you-can-eat traditional Indonesian food made by the best local chefs (3 meals a day provided). This is a real cultural immersion into the daily lives of 480 students and over 80 teachers. Meet and interact with locals and be immersed in their culture and religion. Everything will be provided for you. Sometimes we take trips to local waterfalls. The school is located in a beautiful forest with nearby hiking and rivers. Transportation is cheap, so on your days off, it's fun and easy to explore the local wonders.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We welcome teachers from many different language backgrounds, including Mandarin, English, Arabic, German, and more. No experience is required. Please come and have conversations with our students. They are more than happy to meet you and welcome you to our city in Sukabumi. Play games and have basic conversations. Our students are just learning these languages, so if you know any of them, you will be a huge help to our students!
Languages
Languages spoken
Arabic: Fluent
English: Fluent
Indonesian: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Japanese: Beginner
Chinese (Mandarin): BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We teach German, Indonesian, Arabic, Japanese, English — and now also Chinese (Mandarin)! We welcome fluent speakers who can help our students improve their pronunciation, gain confidence in speaking, and practice real-life conversations. You don’t need to be a professional teacher — just someone who enjoys sharing language, culture, and positivity. Our goal is to expose students to authentic language use in a fun, relaxed setting. You can play games, lead simple dialogues, share stories, or just chat casually with the students. Professional teachers are absolutely welcome, but so are travelers and language lovers who are patient and kind-hearted. Let’s laugh, learn together, and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime cultural exchange in the peaceful heart of West Java!
Accommodation
Free dorm accommodation is provided. It's likely you'll stay with other volunteers. The weather is nice and cool most days. Sometimes it's hot, but a fan can be provided. The beds are soft and comfy. Towels and clean sheets will be prepared for you. Three incredible all-you-can-eat meals are provided.
What else ...
Come and play sports with the students. The school offers archery, guitar, chess, badminton, soccer, basketball, ping pong, and more.
Visit the local volcanoes and mountains. See the local attractions:
- Mount Gede
- Mount Salak
- Many nearby waterfalls
- Local caves
- The beach is a couple of hours away
- Local cities
- Lake Waduk Cirata near Cianjur
- Numerous hiking trails through local villages
- We are eager to meet you! Thank you for coming to visit us!
(Note:
Please dress modestly. Girls and guys, please do not wear shorts above the knees. Girls, please no cleavage or stomach showing. Please do not wear tight clothing. Sorry for the inconvenience. We are a modern Islamic boarding school and have some basic clothing rules.)
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Working time is no more than 4 to 5 hours a day, usually in the morning, and often less than 4 hours. You will have plenty of time to work on a separate job or project. The internet is strong, fast, and stable. For the best internet, I recommend a Telkomsel SIM card, which offers a perfect internet solution. The data plan is cheap and works 99% of the time.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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It was a very good experience.
The teachers were very welcoming and always caring.
The three weeks I spent here were so fulfilling and comfortable that they flew by.
I'm grateful to everyone. Thank you.
