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Volunteer Teaching Program in Bali
If you are someone who absolutely enjoys the company of kids, then volunteering as a teacher in Bali would be perfect for you, as you’ll get ample scope to spend time with adorable little ones. Volunteers work at a project offering free community classes to children in a small fishing village, Tianyar in Northern Bali
In Tianyar, a small fishing village in Bali's Karangasem regency, you assist local teachers at a community learning center that runs free afternoon English classes for around 200 children aged 6 to 15. Day to day, you plan simple English lessons each morning, run games and craft activities, mark work, and give one-on-one attention to individual children, alongside occasional math, computer, and general knowledge sessions. This program suits volunteers aged 17 and over who enjoy working with children and want a rural, low-key placement rather than a resort town.
Placements run for 1–12 weeks, with a new intake every week (sundays); your next start date is 20 Sep 2026. You live in a volunteer house of bamboo cottages by the beach, sharing a room with three other volunteers, with meals cooked on-site Monday to Friday. Prices start at $719 (deposit included), with a $249 deposit that holds your place. Tianyar sits away from Bali's tourist hubs, so you get an unusually local, quiet base, with Friday to Sunday free to explore the rest of the island.
- Volunteer to teach children in Bali and make a meaningful contribution
- Work at a learning center and assist teachers in their daily schedule
- Work for the local Balinese organizations to provide support and help in educating the little ones at the learning centers in Ubud and Tianyar
- Average age of the children attending these learning centers varies between 6 to 12 years.
- Kids from the underprivileged societies attend these learning centers and there’s a lack of teaching staff, hence the participation and contribution of volunteers will be highly appreciated
Your role on this program
- Assist local teachers in the daily afternoon community classes for village children
- Plan and teach basic English vocabulary and pronunciation lessons each morning
- Teach other subjects such as math, general knowledge, arts, and crafts when needed
- Lead sports, games, singing, and creative activities to keep classes engaging
- Mark students' work and give one-on-one attention to individual children
- Share ideas with local teachers on how to keep students engaged in class
- Help with cleaning at the learning center and join in local ceremonies
- Tell stories and share cultural perspectives to broaden children's knowledge
Exact duties vary with the placement's needs, the season and your experience.
Role boundaries
You assist the local Balinese teachers who run the community school; you are not a replacement for qualified teaching staff and do not set curriculum or run the center alone. Local teachers supervise all classes and activities, and a criminal background check is required because the placement involves regular contact with children; duties may vary with the placement's needs.
A typical day and week
As a volunteer for the Teaching Program in Bali, your general schedule would be:
Day 1 (Sunday) – Arrival and Pick up day
You should aim to arrive at least 1 day before your program start (Sunday). Please ensure you arrive into Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, Bali (DPS). A member of our team will be waiting for you when you get through customs. Please go and wait at the flight information display board after you have exited the last of the duty free shops. Our driver will take you directly to Tianyar.
*You are able to arrive few days earlier however, your pick up day will be still on Sunday. You should find your own accommodation until Sunday by yourself at your own expenses.
Dinner will be provided in Tianyar. Your program orientation will be on either the Sunday afternoon or Monday morning after you arrive in Tianyar.
Day 2-5 (Monday – Thursday) – Volunteering
You will start your volunteering program on this day. Our local staffs are available for your support.
Day 6-8 (Friday – Sunday) – Weekend
Whether you are looking for a relaxing weekend on the beach at the accommodation, or looking to explore everything Bali has to offer – this is your time to do as you please.
The following weeks will follow the same kind of pattern, with volunteering between Monday and Thursday and exploring Bali and the surrounding islands at the weekends. You will find that time will really start to fly by, so it’s important to make the most of your time! Don’t forget, our local teams are there to support you and to answer any questions you may have.
Last day (Saturday)
On your last week, Saturday is your official last day in the program. You will check out from the accommodation and continue your travels in Bali or take flight back home. The coordinators can help you in arranging taxi back to the airport at extra charges.
Timings are the placement's usual pattern; the local team confirms your hours at orientation, and they can change with school terms, clinic rotas, weather and the project's needs.
Who can join and what you need
- Minimum age 17; volunteers under 18 need a signed parental consent form
- No teaching qualification or prior classroom experience required
- A clean criminal background check is required, issued within 12 months of your start date
- Comfortable communicating in English with children who are learning it as a second language
- Travel/medical insurance is compulsory, either your own policy or the one Volunteering Solutions arranges
- Willingness to live simply in a shared volunteer house with basic, rural facilities
- Patience and enthusiasm for working closely with children aged 6 to 15
The placement, its limits and your part in it
The classes in Tianyar are run by a local Balinese organization that offers free community English lessons to village children whose government schooling gives them limited exposure to English. The school sits a minute from the volunteer house and is funded by volunteer program fees, and local staff plan the broader curriculum and extracurricular offerings such as computer class, yoga, and Balinese dance.
Local teachers direct and supervise the classes; volunteers work alongside them rather than independently, and a background check is required before you can work with the children. Your contribution is supplementary: extra hands for small-group and one-on-one attention, fresh activities and games, and practice speaking with a native or fluent English speaker, not a guarantee of specific learning outcomes for any child.
Our standards
- Responsible volunteer travel policyHow we choose, run and review every project
- Safeguarding policyBackground checks, supervision and our code of conduct with children
- Child & vulnerable adult protectionThe rules every volunteer follows on placement
- Certified B CorporationSocial and environmental performance verified by B Lab
- How we volunteer responsibly in BaliCountry-level partner context and standards
Start dates
Weekly start dates, year-round — pick any week across the next two years.
Program fees by duration
Prices include your $249 booking deposit — which is deducted from your total program fee. Your deposit stays valid for one year, during which you may enroll in multiple programs. A 5% international banking fee applies to credit-card payments in USD or AUD.
| Duration | Total price | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week | $719 | |
| 2 weeks | $824 | |
| 3 weeks | $999 | |
| 4 weeks | $1,144 | |
| 5 weeks | $1,349 | |
| 6 weeks | $1,499 | |
| 7 weeks | $1,649 | |
| 8 weeks | $1,824 | |
| Each additional week | +$175 / week |
Indicative conversion — your booking is charged in the currency you choose at checkout.
✓ What you're paying for
- Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
- Airport Pickup
- Orientation
- Meals from Mon – Fri
- Accommodation in Tianyar
- 24 hrs Assistance and support from Local Staff
- Transfer from Airport to Tianyar
- Certificate of Participation (On Request)
Not included
- Airfare
- Return Trip to Airport (Can be arranged at extra cost)
- Flights
- Visa Fees
- Vaccinations
Accommodation & meals
Airport Transfer
All volunteers will have to reach Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar (DPS), on Sunday. The local team will arrange your transfer from the airport and a designated driver shall be there to pick you up. We provide pick-up each Sunday for volunteers until 5pm. It is strongly advised that you arrange a flight which allows you to arrive at the airport before 5pm on Sunday.
If you wish to arrive in Bali a few days earlier, we can pick you up from your hotel on Sunday instead. If you do this, we recommend that you book your hotel in ‘Kuta’ or ‘Sanur’, both comfortable touristic areas for you to spend your first few days in Bali which are not too far from the airport.
Accommodation
In Tianyar, accommodation is in a volunteer house, which is a cluster of beautiful cottages. The traditional bamboo-built shelters are located right next to the beach and offer some great views.To make it environment-friendly, each cluster has a separate bathroom and toilet, also made of bamboo and canes. Each cottage has a sit out area and fans are installed. There is Wifi within the accommodation but it can be intermittent.There are common areas where volunteers can have meals or can sit and chat. There is a kitchen where meals are freshly prepared for the volunteers by the cooks. Volunteers need to bring their own towels and toiletries.The accommodation also offers some great facilities for the volunteers such as hammocks and volleyball pitch. At a short distance from the accommodation, amenities such as ATM, department stores are available.
Your accommodations will be simple yet cozy, allowing you to connect with the local environment and bond with fellow volunteers. The spacious communal outdoor dining area is ideal for sharing stories over tasty meals. Nearby, you’ll find essential amenities like supermarkets, ATMs, and a laundromat within a short walking distance.
You will share a room with three other volunteers and have access to a shared indoor bathroom equipped with a western-style toilet and cold showers. Each room is fitted with a ceiling fan, and all bed linens are provided.
You’ll have easy access to explore the island from Friday to Sunday. Taxis and other transport options are available, allowing you to reach all parts of Bali quickly and affordably. Whether you want to scuba dive at the famous Tulamben sites (20 minutes away), explore the city of Ubud (2 hours away), or party in Kuta on the south coast (3 hours away), our local team can assist with your plans.
Some important points to remember about the accommodations –
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All bed linen is provided
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Please bring your own towel and toiletries. Nearby laundry service (approximately IDR 7,000 per kilo)
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The journey to the airport takes around 3 hours
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Nearest shops are just a 5-minute walk. Wi-Fi is available but can be intermittent
Orientation
The in-country team in Tianyar will conduct the Orientation Session for the volunteers.You will be provided with all the details about the project, about the work that you’ll have to do, as well as information about the place. If you have any questions regarding safety issues, traveling and project, the local team will be there to assist you always.
Meals
You’ll enjoy three freshly prepared meals each day, cooked on-site from Monday to Friday. While most volunteers explore on weekends, meals are available from Saturday to Sunday for a small additional fee if you choose to stay at the camp.
Most of the meals feature traditional Indonesian cuisine, with rice as a staple accompanied by fish or chicken. Here’s a taste of what you can expect:
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Breakfast usually comprises pancakes, toast, fruit, tea, and coffee
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Lunch includes Rice, fried noodles, pasta, rendang, gado-gado, soto, chicken, and soup
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Dinner usually comprises Rice, chicken, fish, noodles, pasta, rendang, gado-gado, and soto
Vegetarian options are consistently available, and we can accommodate vegan requests upon advance notice. Our team will strive to meet any dietary needs, but please note that there may be times when you’ll need to purchase alternative ingredients at your own expense.
During Free Time
During your time in Bali, you will be based in Tianyar, a small fishing village located in the Northern part of the island. The region is much quieter in comparison to other touristic parts of the island.During your extended weekend from Friday to Sunday, you can travel and explore other parts of Bali such as Ubud or head down south to Seminyak or Kuta. Taxis and other modes of transport are easily available for traveling within the island. The local team would always be available to assist in your weekend plans.
Life on the program
Getting there and who looks after you in Bali
Airport pickup
You are met at Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) at the flight information board after duty free, with pickup available each Sunday until 5pm. A driver takes you directly to Tianyar, a journey of about three hours; if you arrive earlier, the team can instead collect you from a hotel in Kuta or Sanur on the Sunday.
First night
Dinner is provided once you arrive in Tianyar on your first day.
Orientation
The local in-country team runs your orientation on Sunday afternoon or Monday morning, covering the project, your day-to-day work, safety, and practical information about the area.
First volunteering day
You begin the program on Monday, joining the afternoon community classes with local staff on hand for support throughout your placement.
Weekends
From Friday to Sunday you are free to relax at the accommodation or travel elsewhere in Bali, and the local team can help with weekend plans.
From volunteers in Bali
Frequently asked questions
What will I actually do as a volunteer?
You assist local teachers in free afternoon English classes for village children, planning simple lessons, running games and craft activities, marking work, and giving one-on-one attention, with occasional math, computer, or general knowledge sessions.
Do I need teaching experience or qualifications?
No teaching qualification or prior classroom experience is required; you work alongside local teachers who direct the classes.
What does a typical day or week look like?
Classes run in the afternoons from Monday to Thursday, with mornings used to plan lessons; Friday to Sunday is free time to rest or explore Bali.
How long can I volunteer and when do programs start?
Placements run for 1–12 weeks, with a new intake every week (sundays); the next start date is 20 Sep 2026.
What does the program cost, and what is included?
Prices start at $719, deposit included; the fee covers airport pickup, orientation, accommodation, meals from Monday to Friday, and 24-hour local support. The $249 deposit counts toward your total and is refunded if no placement can be offered.
Where will I live and what are the meals like?
You stay in a volunteer house of bamboo cottages near the beach, sharing a room with three other volunteers and a shared indoor bathroom with cold showers. Three meals a day are cooked on-site Monday to Friday, mostly traditional Indonesian dishes, with vegetarian options and vegan available on advance notice.
How does airport pickup and arrival work?
You fly into Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) and are met at the flight information board, with pickup running each Sunday until 5pm for the three-hour drive to Tianyar; early arrivals can be collected from a hotel in Kuta or Sanur instead.
What safety and support is available?
Local Balinese staff are based at the site, give you an orientation on arrival, and remain available throughout your stay, including a 24-hour emergency contact.
Do I need a visa or vaccinations?
The source material does not specify visa or vaccination requirements for this teaching program; any guidance is sent to you before departure, and visa fees and vaccinations are not included in the program cost.
Who is this program best suited for?
It suits volunteers aged 17 and over who enjoy spending time with children and want a quiet, rural placement away from Bali's tourist areas.
Is a background check required?
Yes, because the placement involves regular contact with children, a clean criminal background check issued within 12 months of your start date is required.
What age are the children I will be working with?
The community school in Tianyar teaches children aged 6 to 15.
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