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Considering 100 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, featuring well-organized programs and unforgettable adventures abroad. Customers frequently praise the supportive team leaders and staff members who consistently ensure a safe, welcoming, and deeply enriching journey for everyone involved. Participants also discuss the incredible teaching placements, rewarding classroom experiences, and wonderfully immersive cultural activities that significantly help build personal confidence. Travelers truly enjoy exploring gorgeous new countries, tasting traditional local meals, and making lifelong friendships with fellow participants throughout the trip. Many consumers strongly recommend these unique opportunities to anyone looking for an amazing summer adventure outside their comfort zone.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There are so many amazing things about the course I completed. I spent 6 months in Kerala, India. We lived at the school we taught in alongside the online TEFL course you compete. We were located in r... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with Gotoco in China was amazing! I had so much fun with all the other English teachers there and made so many new friends and the culture of China was so different but amazing to se... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

my experience on the China programme was incredible. you meet so many interesting people from all over and get to share the experience together. it's not just about teaching but completely immersing y... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend Gotoco! I have just returned from a 2-week placement in Thailand, and have gained so many new skills and experiences such as resilience, leadership, and learning about a new culture... See more


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  1. Educational institution
  2. Association or organisation
  3. Cultural tours provider
  4. Recreational and vacation camps
  5. Travel agent

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Gotoco organises summer TEFL placements to promote global student mobility and cultural exchange. We also offer a small number of longer term TEFL fellowship career programmes. Since 2011 we enabled more than 2,000 university students to undertake summer placements across 100 locations all around China. In 2022, we have expanded to cover destinations around the world - primarily Europe, Colombia and Thailand. We care about accessibility - global adventures should be open to all, and so we minimise fees and give out as many 100% fee-free spots as we can fund. We are called Gotoco because we aspire to be the 'go-to; for anyone wishing to 'go to' global TEFL adventures! The dictionary defines "go-to" as "someone or something that is regularly or repeatedly chosen or employed for reliably good results" In our first decade of operations, we focussed on projects in China, we chose to offer TEFL adventures there because it is both a fascinating and nuanced culture, but also it sits at the centre of world news and is a powerhouse behind the global economy. Gotoco is a social enterprise with a presence in the UK, China and Hong Kong. We are rated highly by 2000+ participants that have taken part in programmes since 2011, for our work we have been shortlisted for the following awards: For our efforts in building a community of young China watchers and offering support to educational institutions across China, we were finalists in the 2019 China Social Impact Awards - an award organised by the British Chamber of Commerce in China in partnership with the United Nations: For our TEFL and China education initiatives, we were finalists for best educational product with the British Youth Travel Awards. For provision of summer internships in China to students from Oxford University we were granted gold star host status. For more info, check out our site (www.goto.co)


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thailand Rural Schools Program is a must-do

I went on the Thailand Rural Schools program over the summer. I had a great experience with great support from the coordinators of the program and the TEFL support I received was out of this world.

Whilst on the 6 week placement I had great support through issues faced such as illness, and injury. The coordinators had great communication with my host ensuring I got the best quality healthcare and making sure I was ok. I felt like the priority to gotoco with my wellness being the most important thing to the coordinators.

I had many opportunities to travel during the weekends, I was lucky with four holidays falling on Mondays and Fridays allowing me to have a long weekend travelling. Going to see Chiang Mai, Bangkok (probably too many times), and Pattaya.

Overall I would recommend the program to anyone wanting to pursue a job in education whether in the UK or abroad. My reasoning to on the program was to gain school experience to help with my PGCE application, however after completing this program I hope to work in an international school in Thailand after completing my PGCE in the UK.

11 July 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic company

Gotoco is a fantastic company that facilitates meaningful cultural exchange! Teaching at a school in rural Thailand was such a rewarding experience which I am so grateful for. The coordinators were always friendly, helpful and supportive. I definitely recommend this experience!

7 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Teaching in Vietnam

I spent two months volunteering with Go-to.co, teaching in Vietnam, and it was an incredible experience. I got to stay with the loveliest host family, gain teaching experience, and travel the country on my days off. The orientation, placement and end-of-programme trip were all amazing.

However, the application process was very long, and communication during application was very slow and frustrating at times. Information on the website was not always clear.

Overall though, I had an amazing time on the programme.

25 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great teaching experience

I found the experience very interesting, and very helpful in terms of my career progression. It has allowed me to make connections with individuals abroad to allow me to continue my teaching journey in Asia. Gotoco gave me a good opportunity to build on my teaching skills as well as building a foundation to teach abroad in the future

22 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommend Gotoco!

Gotoco are an incredible organisation who offered a truly incredible experience in rural Thailand. I learned so much about myself, about Thai culture and about teaching. Gotoco offered support the whole way through my journey, and provided excited trips for me to get involve in to make the most of my short time in Thailand. I would recommend them to anyone.

29 August 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Gotoco Poland

I loved my teaching experience in Poland. Going to a new country felt a bit scary at first, but meeting so many incredible people, both international and local, has made my time very enjoyable and fun. Although the teaching weeks were intense as the schedule was really packed, it was rewarding to see how by the end of every week the Polish kids improved and were more confident with their English. A truly enjoyable and life-changing experience overall.

Regarding the TEFL course, the practical assignments were a bit too long and they took quite a while to reply to the emails if we had queries. But it was straightforward to follow.

27 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with Gotoco was a once in…

My experience with Gotoco was a once in a lifetime experience that everyone should try if given the opportunity. Everything from the friends I made, the places I traveled to and the teaching experience was amazing and truly made my summer a great one and I’d love for the opportunity to do it again.

15 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing TEFL experience

Had an amazing experience at a Summer Camp in Hunan, China. The Gotoco team are always attentive and helpful, and it was an unforgettable time. The training and qualifications for TEFL are great too.

15 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot recommend Gotoco enough!!!

I cannot recommend Gotoco enough! I spend 4 weeks in Poland and am currently working to gain my TEFL certificate.

I particularly loved trying a new Polish food everyday (especially the cakes!). I also visited buildings that have seen hundreds of years of history, and learned so much about them. I loved visting the Uprising and History of Polish Jews museums, I learned so much.

You get the opportunity to live a whole other life for a month. From the cities to the countryside, from the food to the music; I loved Poland. I've made friends for life there.

The process of applying was a lot easier than I was expecting. I know that I can mention this experience during any question in a job interview. I had so much fun and made memories I'll have for the rest of my life.

I feel so much more confident in my abilities. I no longer doubt myself as I know I can withstand pressure and hardwork. I feel a lot better when talking to people I don't know now.

The locations were incredible. The food for vegetarians was great. The organisation was really not great, communication could be greatly improved. All of the children were so happy to be there.

Thanks Gotoco!!!

29 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Experience

If you want to become more independent, appreciative of different cultures and want a head-start into teaching abroad, Gotoco's program is probably the best option I could suggest. It helped me develop in ways I couldn't see initially.

The program also offers the opportunity to meet a lot of interesting and lovely fellow travelling teachers, many of whom you may form long-term friendships with.

Overall, the organisation of the program, the people involved, and the country are all excellent and are worth checking out.

31 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Enriching Experience!

It was overall an incredibly enriching experience, especially because of the independence it fostered. Being responsible for every aspect of my daily life-from lesson planning to navigating a new culture-gave me a deep sense of accomplishment and self-reliance. This autonomy allowed me to grow both personally and professionally, as I had to think on my feet, solve problems creatively, and fully immerse myself in a new environment. The freedom to manage my time and make decisions independently made the experience all the more rewarding, leaving me with lasting memories and valuable life skills.

16 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

GotoCo Was Surreal!

GotoCo was surreal!
I had no expectations going in but knew it was a company I could trust based on all the previous reviews!
Now I'm writing one and can say it was a life changing experience! Making new friends, travelling around the world and life long memories!

My favourite take-away from the trip was gaining Teaching experience in a school with no previous teaching experience or qualifications and it was a great way to discover if you enjoy it!

If you are thinking about it please reach out to the team and ask any questions you have, they are super helpful! ☺️

20 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A truly rewarding experience

The support from Gotoco was exceptional, the local coordinators were extremely friendly, and the work itself was incredibly rewarding. I highly recommend this experience

17 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Once in a lifetime experience

Gotoco provides a fully paid trip to Vietnam where I not only get to explore the unique culture, spectacular landscapes and delicious food but also gain professional experience in teaching which will help my CV stand out in any role. This is an opportunity I can't recommend enough and an excellent way to spend your summer

23 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Teaching in rural vietnam

Great volunteer program for those who want a taste of teaching abroad. Gotoco made my summer very memorable by offering an English teacher placement in Hanoi. The teaching placements are completely random, and you don’t have much say in them, so you have to be open to this, as you could be placed in a rural town in northern Vietnam. The program provides a free trip to Hanoi and an end-of-program trip to Hoi An, which was one of the highlights of the experience. Overall, I recommend Gotoco, but be aware that you can’t choose where you’re placed in Vietnam.

31 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I thought gotoco was truly unforgettable

I thought gotoco was a great way to do teaching abroad and its nice to have a secondary person to talk to about things, it made the whole process a lot less tense for me. I also liked the 3 weeks working and 1 weeks trip as it felt like a nice round off to the month.

29 June 2024
Unprompted review

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