Care for children with learning difficulties in Kerala, India

General Info

The school helps to help educate over 70 children and young people with special needs in the Fort Kochi area. The school aims to give the children a better chance at independence by teaching them basic life skills.

Your role as volunteer will be focused on keeping the children happy, healthy and learning. Working between 9:30am and 3:30pm you will spend your days singing songs, telling stories, teaching Basic English, arts and crafts and caring for the children. There are also plenty of opportunities to arrange your own activities so if you have a special skill you’d like to share you’ll find the team very grateful!

What's Included

Accommodation:Shared room in guesthouse.
Food:All meals
Airport Pickup:Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you're arriving early!
Training:In-country orientation
Support:Pre-departure helpdesk, local in-country team and 24 hour emergency support

What's not included

Flights, Insurance, Visas, Return Airport transfer, Local Transport

Benefits:

Trip prices vary depending on activity and duration. Our volunteer projects start from £499, Adventures start from £699 and Tours start from £599. All trips include accommodation, most meals, an airport pickup, in-country orientation, support in-country and 24 hour emergency support. Our expert advisers will guide you through everything you need right up until your departure and are always available to help once you are away!

Requirements:

No specific requirements or qualifications are necessary, just a sense of adventure, a desire to make a difference and a responsible attitude towards the destinations you visit.