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FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Music and Language School?
We are in Phrae City, Thailand between Chiang Mai and Bangkok, see map at the end of this page
How can I help?
You could help us in teaching basic English like numbers from 1 to 10 for kindergarten kids or bigger numbers for kindergarten 2 and 3.
How long can I stay?
You can stay as long as you want but we kindly ask you to stay at least for 2 weeks as the introduction period is already 1 or 2 days.
Requirements to volunteer
We do not have any real requirements but you should be able to speak some English
Will I be teaching alone all the students in a classroom?
No, you will not. We will always have a Thai teacher with you in the classroom and you will teach together with other volunteers.
Will I get a volunteer certificate?
​We will issue a volunteer recommendation letter which has a higher value then a volunteer certificate as we are including your tasks and will mention your motivation and learned skills.
How long do I have to volunteer per day?
Wednesdays, Thursday and Fridays from 15:00 until 18:00 o'clock
Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 until 16:00 o'clock
You have off on Mondays and Tuesdays
How can I contact you?
Either use the "Contact us" menu option or send us an email to peter@parada.ac.th.
You can also contact us via whatsapp +66 86 814 5929 or via Wechat.
I do not have a teacher qualification
For volunteering, a teacher qualification is not needed but you are able to obtain an International English Teachers Qualification (TEFL/TESOL) during your stay with us. The Music and Language School is part of the International Teachers Association and the TEFL FOR ME teacher institution and they offer an International English Teacher course, online.
Make your dream come true and travel around the world, teaching English.
How do I get to my apartment when I arrive?
We will pick you up from the train in Denchai or bus station in Phrae and drive you to your apartment.
What age group will I be teaching?
You will be mainly teaching Kindergarten kids from 3 to 5 years and sometimes primary kids from 6 to 11 and secondary kids from 11 to 15.
I do not speak Thai.
Good, because we want you to teach English. The kids will understand basic English and we encourage you to speak English to them and not Thai. They need to learn English and get used to English sounds (sounds are different in English compared to Thai)
Do you have a washing machine or laundry service at the apartment?
We do not have a washing machine or laundry service at the apartment but they are available close by, approx. 300 meters from the apartment.
What volunteers should pack?
Here are some items you should pack or not.
Items you should pack:
1. Sun protection cream is expensive in Thailand and therefore you should buy it in your country.
2. You should buy an eSIM card as this is cheaper than buying it in Thailand.
3. You need sunglasses and a cap (headware) as the sun is always shining.
4. You need shoes for outdoor activities (trainers are acceptable). Your shoes will get wet and dirty, during our trips.
5. We have a dress code at our school. Please read our volunteer presentation.
Items you should not pack.
1. Do not buy mosquito repellents in your country as it may not be working in Thailand. Buy it in Thailand and it is very cheap.
Is Thailand Safe?
Thailand is one of the safest countries.
Please read why, on our special created page about the safety in Thailand.
LINK
I have a question, not mentioned on this FAQ webpage?
Please contact us via email, peter@parada.ac.th. We want to make sure you are happy to come to us and that your questions are answered.
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Bangkok to Phrae (570 km)
Chiang Mai to Phrae (270 km)
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