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Evaluación del anfitrión
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24 jul 2024
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Detalles
Descripción
This is an alternative educational space for ages 5-12 that promotes experiential education, self-directed learning, global citizenship and travel to put its learners on the path to become the proactive and innovative change makers of tomorrow.
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Proyectos artísticos
Práctica de idiomas
Enseñanza
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento general
Ayuda informática
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Our volunteers will have the opportunity to experience alternative education first hand. They will have the chance to meet a group of amazing educators and children, who are greatly enriched by the various cultures and personalities of our volunteers. In regards to learning about Bulgarian culture, we provide a home base and recommendations for "after hours" exploration of the Sofia and the freedom on weekends to explore the rest of Bulgaria. Our volunteers should realize that as a school it is up to our volunteers to make their own program for evenings and weekends. We have teachers on staff who welcome the chance to have "after hours" cultural exchange, but those relationships must be formed between the volunteers and the teachers.
Proyectos con niños
En este proyecto podría haber niños. Para obtener más información, consulta nuestras directrices y consejos aquí.
Ayuda
Our volunteers will be required to spend 3-5 hours per day working with our students and helping to maintain the school environment. Volunteers will be asked to help keep watch or play with the children during the school's free time. Volunteers can help tend to the school's garden or cook with the children in the kitchen. Volunteers can help give the children the extra personal attention they need to reach academic and personal success. Ultimately we hope that our volunteers will share their personal expertise and experiences as a means of enriching our young learners' worlds. We welcome and encourage our volunteers to propose small group activities with the children, but as a learning center that gives learners the right to choose their activities, we can not make promises as to whether volunteers will lead their own activities or support the general learning environment by being a very needed set of watchful eyes. Please note that due to our severe financial restrictions as of the 2024-2025 school year we will ask that 1-2 of the volunteer hours per day are spent cleaning the school in the evening after the children leave. The specifics of the cleaning can be determined during the initial discussions between us and the volunteer.
Idiomas hablados
Bulgarian: Fluido
Inglés: Fluido
Alojamiento
Our school is located in a beautiful 4 story house in the center of Sofia. Our volunteers will sleep in a private room in the basement with a bathroom. However we are very flexible for volunteers to spend time and sleep in other rooms when the school is not operating which is weekday evenings and weekends. There is a suitable kitchen and washer on the premises for.the volunteer's to use. There is also a lovely balcony which volunteers can use when it is not being used by the teachers for meetings.
Un poco más de información
Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?
Dos
Horas esperadas
Minimum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week to include food stipend (minimum 3 hours per day, 5 days per week without a food stipend)
Número de referencia de anfitrión: 523717448613
Comentarios (30)
22 jun 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Sultan & Aykut)
I would highly recommend Sultan & Aykut (and their children) as volunteers or hosts. They were extremely helpful during their short visit with us and very flexible (which in our dynamic environment is a must). They spent a lot of time before their arrival preparing for their visit and then went above and beyond in cleaning the space after their… read more
(Excelente
)
20 abr 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Sultan & Aykut) para el anfitrión
Our first Workaway experience as a family was truly memorable, thanks to Rachel, the teachers, and the students. During our 4-day stay in April 2024 at the school, Rachel was an excellent host and organizer. Upon our arrival, she shared our schedule and provided us with keys to the school where we stayed. The basement room, suitable for a family… read more
19 feb 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Henry)
Henry is one of the most positive and enthusiastic people I have ever met. He radiates joy and positivity. He created amazing connections with the children, teachers and parents, more so than any other volunteer we have had in the past 7 years. He would be the greatest asset to any host. He goes above and beyond what is asked of him, and always… read more
(Excelente
)
8 feb 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Henry) para el anfitrión
This workaway is AMAZING! For someone who wanted to travel around to understand better if teaching is something I wanted to do, this has grown and solidified my passion for teaching kids and set the vision on what type of values I want my work to have. This school is challenging Bulgaria's traditional rigid educational system. They provide these… read more
14 ene 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Larissa)
Thank you Larissa for helping with our youngest students. They enjoyed having you with them :)
(Excelente
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Comentarios
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Precisión del perfil:
(4.9)
Intercambio cultural:
(4.9)
Comunicación:
(5.0)
22 jun 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Sultan & Aykut)
I would highly recommend Sultan & Aykut (and their children) as volunteers or hosts. They were extremely helpful during their short visit with us and very flexible (which in our dynamic environment is a must). They spent a lot of time before their arrival preparing for their visit and then went above and beyond in cleaning the space after their… read more
(Excelente
)
20 abr 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Sultan & Aykut) para el anfitrión
Our first Workaway experience as a family was truly memorable, thanks to Rachel, the teachers, and the students. During our 4-day stay in April 2024 at the school, Rachel was an excellent host and organizer. Upon our arrival, she shared our schedule and provided us with keys to the school where we stayed. The basement room, suitable for a family… read more
19 feb 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Henry)
Henry is one of the most positive and enthusiastic people I have ever met. He radiates joy and positivity. He created amazing connections with the children, teachers and parents, more so than any other volunteer we have had in the past 7 years. He would be the greatest asset to any host. He goes above and beyond what is asked of him, and always… read more
(Excelente
)
8 feb 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Henry) para el anfitrión
This workaway is AMAZING! For someone who wanted to travel around to understand better if teaching is something I wanted to do, this has grown and solidified my passion for teaching kids and set the vision on what type of values I want my work to have. This school is challenging Bulgaria's traditional rigid educational system. They provide these… read more
14 ene 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Larissa)
Thank you Larissa for helping with our youngest students. They enjoyed having you with them :)
(Excelente
)
3 ene 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Yuhui) para el anfitrión
I volunteered at this school for one and a half weeks. Before doing this workaway, I wasn't so confident helping with children due to a lack of experience. However, the kids here were very well-behaved and sweet. They spoke some English (good enough for their age) and the teachers could help translate into Bulgarian for better communication.… read more
12 dic 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Shonagh) para el anfitrión
I had the best time working at this school, the school is one of the best areas in Sofia and the kids are amazing super kind and funny and I was so sad to say goodbye to them all.
Rachel and the other teachers are amazing and give you a lot of trust, and within the first week I was leading classes solo which was a lot of fun and a great… read more
Rachel and the other teachers are amazing and give you a lot of trust, and within the first week I was leading classes solo which was a lot of fun and a great… read more
6 nov 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Amy) para el anfitrión
I had the best time at the school and in Sofia during October/November! Rachel and the other teachers at the school are so welcoming and helpful. It is worthwhile getting to each kid individually, they are just beautiful humans. I never found the language barrier to be a problem, some of my closest connections were with the kids who speak no… read more
28 jul 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Celine) para el anfitrión
I had a wonderful experience volunteering at Patheki. The staff and children at the school were very welcoming and I felt like part of their team ”family”. The Scandinavian Week as a theme I worked with was meaningful and gave me the opportunity to contribute to the children's learning. The tasks at school were varied and interesting. I enjoyed my… read more
17 jul 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Haruka) para el anfitrión
It was a very nice experience. We helped clean out the basement this time. We are flexible on when we can help.
Most of all, I would like to thank our hosts who were very kind and helpful. The children were so nice and cute, like angels.
Since I am from Japan, they also gave me the opportunity to introduce Japanese culture to them. I was very… read more
Most of all, I would like to thank our hosts who were very kind and helpful. The children were so nice and cute, like angels.
Since I am from Japan, they also gave me the opportunity to introduce Japanese culture to them. I was very… read more
15 may 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Agnieszka Julia) para el anfitrión
I thoroughly enjoyed my nearly three-week stay at the school. Both the children and the staff were super friendly and open-minded making me feel welcome from day one. As the majority of my time was spent with the younger children, my duties encompassed playing with them either in the park or at the school and supporting them whilst completing more… read more
14 abr 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Aine)
Aine was an amazing volunteer. Whatever we needed she was able to do. She led English classes for the older and younger children, music classes and Irish dancing. We are a very dynamic environment and she had no problem going with the flow :). We would highly recommend her for any volunteer experience.
(Excelente
)
25 ene 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Aine) para el anfitrión
I stayed for two weeks at the school and had a great time on my first workaway. Communication with the hosts was good and the staff at the school were relaxed and welcoming. My 'work' was teaching and supervising the kids. The kids are lovely and curious and the language barrier wasn't really an issue. The living space has everything you need and… read more
22 dic 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Agathe)
Agathe was a wonderful volunteer at our school. Always ready to help in whichever planned or unplanned way we needed. She is always with a positive attitude and I recommend her highly.
(Excelente
)
19 dic 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Agathe) para el anfitrión
I stayed for a month and had a wonderful time at this school. The kids were endearing, teachers welcoming and nice, and I just loved the atmosphere there. Saskia the other volunteer was also super sweet, I very much enjoyed her company. As a teacher myself I found this workaway experience really interesting and rewarding, there is so much to learn… read more
7 nov 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Angus) para el anfitrión
Amazing Workaway, I had the time of my life! Rachel and the other teachers were so welcoming. The “work” was very relaxed, and did not feel like work at all. The kids were so much fun to be around, I did not find the language barrier too much of an issue at all- some of the kids who I had the greatest connection with didn’t speak any English at… read more
26 sept 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Denise) para el anfitrión
I only spent one week at the school, but my time there was great. The kids are lovely, I was surprised about that most of them speak English, or if not, still try to communicate.
Everybody was very welcoming, and the school is in a nice area where you can easily go around Sofia.
I would recommend this workaway experience and Sofia is a beautiful… read more
Everybody was very welcoming, and the school is in a nice area where you can easily go around Sofia.
I would recommend this workaway experience and Sofia is a beautiful… read more
17 jun 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Anne) para el anfitrión
I stayed 2 and a half weeks at the School in Sofia. It was an amazing time.. To summarize: We played Hide and Seek in the big park, ate mud-Sushi with Leave-rolls, very tasty by the way,- don't miss it out. I could also recommend the water flower soup or stone(baked) Pizza. We opened "the Smash Shop" and had interesting talks about big topics.… read more
23 mar 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Travis & Ebony)
Ebony and Travis are AMAZING volunteers. We even had them extend their stay with us. We are a very dynamic school and they were so wonderfully flexible. During their stay with us, they were not just volunteers keeping an eye on the kids during their free time, but they were often called upon to be teachers. They led english classes, hip hop and… read more
(Excelente
)
13 mar 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Fatima & Dylan)
Tema was a volunteer with us, in our free school for two weeks. We were very happy to have her in our educational establishment! She is not only a hard worker but also someone with a light and happy personality. She made great contact with the kids and also with the teachers.
She able to adjust very quickly to what was necessary and to perform… read more
She able to adjust very quickly to what was necessary and to perform… read more
(Excelente
)
26 ago 2021
Dejado por el workawayer (Beth) para el anfitrión
I had a really amazing time at the summer Camp here. It was such a short trip of only 11 days but it was really so enjoyable! From 12:30-5:30pm I was with the kids outdoors, in the park, playing games, and anytime outside of that i was free to explore Sofia! The kids were so amazing and so loveable and welcoming to anyone too! They'll hug you for… read more
7 ago 2021
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Andrés)
I highly recommend Andres as a volunteer and if I had to be frank we, at our school actually envy whomever he'll be joining :)
Andres is smart and lovely person, very social and open. He is very helpful in any ways possible not only about the concrete job requirements.
What shines bright about him is his proactivity and also his natural talant to… read more
Andres is smart and lovely person, very social and open. He is very helpful in any ways possible not only about the concrete job requirements.
What shines bright about him is his proactivity and also his natural talant to… read more
(Excelente
)
29 jul 2021
Dejado por el workawayer (Andrés) para el anfitrión
I stayed and volunteered at this school for 3 weeks and a half during July, and I must say this has been a wonderful experience that I recommend to anyone.
The school offers all the facilities you might need for a longer or shorter stay, and it's located in the very centre of the city. The staff will make you feel like at home, helping you with… read more
The school offers all the facilities you might need for a longer or shorter stay, and it's located in the very centre of the city. The staff will make you feel like at home, helping you with… read more
7 ago 2021
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Iryna)
We, at the school were very fortunate to have Irina as a volunteer. She was very engaging for the kids, very helpful and her passion for sport was easily passed to the children.
She was also really easy to communicate with and immediately become part of the team.
As a person she is very sweet, quiet and nice. Irina left the place were she was… read more
She was also really easy to communicate with and immediately become part of the team.
As a person she is very sweet, quiet and nice. Irina left the place were she was… read more
(Excelente
)
28 jul 2021
Dejado por el workawayer (Iryna) para el anfitrión
That was an incredible Workaway experience!!! I've stayed a little more than a week in the school in July, but I would definitely stay more if I had a chance. The kids are lovely and friendly, and entertaining them doesn't feel like working - you fully enjoy their company and they love sharing. The conditions are very good, basically apart from… read more
31 may 2021
Dejado por el workawayer (Facundo & Victoria) para el anfitrión
Beautiful experience! Rachel and all the teachers received us very well, we were very comfortable during our stay, the school is very nice and welcoming! The kids are great, between 5 and 12 years old, even though some don't speak English there was always way to communicate and play with them, it was a lot of fun and we totally recommend this… read more
8 dic 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Felicitas) para el anfitrión
Finally, in these extraordinary times of Covid, I had my first workaway experience at Pateki in Sofia. Thanks to Rachel who was communicating with me beforehand and even inviting me to their Zoom online classes, I felt well-prepared.
During the 3 weeks that I was there, the volunteers spent most of the time with the kids in the nearby park each… read more
During the 3 weeks that I was there, the volunteers spent most of the time with the kids in the nearby park each… read more
21 feb 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Aymeric) para el anfitrión
A so niece experience in this school! As a animator for kids, it is a perfect place for discovering an alternative way of education and pedagogy for kids, a big. part of the project is about find a good space that can give a mutual space for childrens and adults, I could helped for french class and I could proposed recipe from my country that… read more
6 dic 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Karen)
Karen brought with her a positive energy and enthusiasm that we have never felt before from a volunteer. She is the most outgoing and appreciative of people. We had children literally crying when she left us. Anyone who has the opportunity to have Karen as a volunteer must take advantage of her participation. Karen has a permanent place to stay in… read more
(Excelente
)
19 nov 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Karen) para el anfitrión
I have just completed 3 weeks at the school.I had a wonderful time!! Rachel and Galia,are dedicated,amazing educators who make you feel instantly welcome.All the teachers are so kind and patient,they all keep the children engaged in their activities,and you can tell it’s more than “just a job” to them!! The children themselves are vibrant,clever… read more
1 oct 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Sheetal) para el anfitrión
Thanks Rachel and all oraganiser, teachers and kids... Was truly blessed to be there, and loved by all. It was not easy to leave the school but I am sure I ll be connected. They all seems super busy as that time school just starts. but really appriciate their hardwork and detailing to give right way of education /learning. Love the way they treat… read more
13 jul 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Fredrangel) para el anfitrión
My experience at Pateki was great! Very nice and friendly people, lots of fun with the kids and stuff, I felt at home there and they made a very good impression of Bulgaria. I really recommend this place.
Tks Galia, Raquel and all the stuff
Ps:asterisk_symbol: Tks again Raquel to help me to find another host in Bulgaria.
Tks Galia, Raquel and all the stuff
Ps:asterisk_symbol: Tks again Raquel to help me to find another host in Bulgaria.
24 may 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Silvia Raquel & Ben) para el anfitrión
Rachel and Galia, I just have to say thank you to open the doors of the school to me. I felt like in home ! And i just have good memories from my time in there!
Since the beginning the communication with Rachel and Galia was perfect, they explained from; how to arrive since how works the school.
The house is very good, and i had a very good room… read more
Since the beginning the communication with Rachel and Galia was perfect, they explained from; how to arrive since how works the school.
The house is very good, and i had a very good room… read more
10 abr 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Lea) para el anfitrión
I have been welcomed very well and I was with two other volunteers. The atmosphere was nice, the job was easy, if you come actually with the idea to work and that's all I think it wouldn't be the best place (it's full of humans -from the oldest to the youngest- in there so it's more about contacts than working tasks). They do a lot of different… read more
8 abr 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Hrvoje)
Although Hrvoje was only with us for a few days, he showed himself to be very proactive, helpful and resourceful. He formed good relationships with the teachers, students and other volunteers. Most importantly he shared with our students the beauty of Croatia. He has a place to stay in Sofia anytime!
(Excelente
)
28 mar 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Hrvoje) para el anfitrión
I'd definitely come again! I find the experience valuable and regret I could not stay longer. The atmosphere is as expected educational, stimulating and positive. I felt comfortable with the house, children and other volunteers. As it was my first workaway I have nothing to compare with but it exceeded my expectations. Rachel and other teachers… read more
22 feb 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Andrés & Lucia) para el anfitrión
We stayed at Пътеки for 2 months (December 2018- January 2019) and we had a wonderfull time. The teachers team is amazing, great human beings we had the time to share a lot of experiences and felt part of it from the very beginning. They always took care of us, asking if we needed something and being thankful for our work in the school.
The work… read more
The work… read more
10 dic 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Sushmita) para el anfitrión
I had the most wonderful time volunteering at Pateki. Even though I was only there for a week, I feel like I made a very strong connection with the teachers and the students. The cooking classes were my absolute favourite! I also really enjoyed introducing the students to India in various classes.
I'm very glad a school like Pateki exists… read more
I'm very glad a school like Pateki exists… read more
14 oct 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Ranielli & Camila) para el anfitrión
We had a fabulous time with Pateki team and, of course, the children!
Firts of all, we had had 2 weeks in August - the Summer Acamp; after the vacation we come back in September for the new school year.
They left a brand in our hearts and I think we have done our better helping them...it was a real exchange of experiences, culture and… read more
Firts of all, we had had 2 weeks in August - the Summer Acamp; after the vacation we come back in September for the new school year.
They left a brand in our hearts and I think we have done our better helping them...it was a real exchange of experiences, culture and… read more
5 sept 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Lillian) para el anfitrión
I stayed and volunteered at this school for 3 1/2 weeks during late July and into August. I had a great time! They were during their summer program so it was a bit more relaxed, from what I was told. I only work 5 hours a day during the week, and I had my weekends completely free. I had a lovely room and it was huge! I was also able to use the… read more
20 jul 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Karen)
Karen stayed in our school for 10 days and all of us (children and adults) were very sad when she left. Karen is amazing with children! In her quiet way she manages to engage a multiage group of children in interesting activities.
She was also a very nice and clean guest. If you have the chance to have her as a volunteer consider yourself lucky.
She was also a very nice and clean guest. If you have the chance to have her as a volunteer consider yourself lucky.
(Excelente
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19 jul 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Karen) para el anfitrión
I stayed iand volunteered n their schòol for 2 weeks. It was school holidays so my time was used to help run their holiday programme. All the teachers were very friendly and the children were open minded and curious about new people joining them. My living space was large, light and airy. And the location is perfect for easy access to beautiful… read more
