Helping out in the center for bilingual children

Svizzera

5

Alex and all the teachers at the school are simply amazing. They put love and care into every single activity, and they made sure that I always felt at home and welcomed despite the language barrier. I was taken on as a graphic designer, but I also helped with a wide range of different tasks, from creating content to painting, and it was really inspiring and fun for me. At the moment, the accommodation isn't ideal, since it is 40 minutes away from the kids' center in Hannover. However I can only thank everyone for letting me live this short but lovely experience.

3 giorni fa

Australia

5

I had a great time volunteering at the school! Alexandra and Dana were really welcoming and always made sure I had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. At the school, I supported a wide array of tasks from after-school care and cooking with the children, to parent handoff and end-of-day clean-up. I also got to assist with the Music Camp over the holidays, which was a great way to immerse myself in the teaching profession and learn from local staff. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to get a hands-on experience of the field and grow their Russian vocabulary.

2 mesi fa

Brasile

5

My experience was short but I really enjoyed it! Alex and Dana are super nice, I was able to work in my field and exchange ideas with other people. The workflow was very smooth, and you have a lot of autonomy while working. I wish I had gotten to know more about the school environment and the classes, but it was the school vacations. You are amazing, and the project is beautiful!

circa 1 anno fa

Stati Uniti

5

Although Alex was out-of-town working during most of my stay, she still sent me clear instructions everyday on what to do. Some of the things I did was make a sensory board for the kids, bike around town delivering fliers to businesses, and use the public transportation to go put posters throughout the city. This helped me explore a lot of Hannover which is a beautiful place! Just be prepared to spend a lot of the days working by yourself. Dana is really nice, and a great cook! I also loved playing with Mr. Cat :) and already miss him. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to volunteer at MK!

più di 1 anno fa

Russia

5

It was a great pleasure to take part in the school daily life! My tasks included promoting bilingual school with posters across the city, which helped a lot in exploring the town, helping with cleaning and some school preparation processes, and most valuable - taking part in the organization of the event for children. It was a diverse and educational experience and I am grateful for the opportunity to explore the non-profit school system and meet many great people. Alexandra and Dana were extremely welcoming and really nice, Dana's cooking was just amazing and I had a great time overall!

più di 1 anno fa

Russia

5

I am willing to express my gratitude for the exceptional experience I had at the school. I met some volunteers from other countries, the staff, and Alexandra on the project and all of them became my family. They all were supportive and friendly, so the volunteering went smoothly with joy. If I have the opportunity, I would definitely come back again. Thank you.

più di 1 anno fa

Polonia

5

I had an amazing time in Hannover, as my work mostly consisted of exploring places all over the city. Alexandra instructed me very well on every task, leaving no space for being lost in the meantime. Everything was clear, enjoyable and chill. I think especially people, who like creative tasks, will find it interesting. Everyone was very nice and understanding, especially the hosts. Dana - thank you for your kindness and time. Thank you very much for the opportunity!

più di 1 anno fa

Alexandra ha risposto

We were glad to have you around. Have a nice journey and always welcome back!

Stati Uniti

5

It was a wonderful experience! I started learning from Day 1 about the unique culture of Germany and from the Eastern European staff and students in the school. Talking to the Russian kids was a worthwhile challenge. Moreover, each task was unique including one that involved exploring Hannover. My favorite part was the unexpected adventures each day. Tasks lasted 4-5 hours per day, leaving the rest of the day to explore, meet locals, and eat. My every need was met, often before I even asked. Alex and Dana were always extremely friendly and hospitable, even ensuring I was OK when I was sick.

quasi 2 anni fa

Alexandra ha risposto

Thank you Daniel, it was a pleasure to meet you. Such a pity you got sick during the last days so that in general we have had even less time and chance for informal communication. Hope you are already at home feeling better. Kids are saying hi.

Cile

5

Alexandra y Dana fueron muy buenas anfitrionas, siempre fueron muy amables al igual que las personas que trabajan en la escuela. Al principio costó adaptarme ya que la barrera del idioma es un tema a considerar pero de todas formas los niños y niñas son muy pacientes y nos pudimos dar a entender, además también hay otras labores en las que se puede contribuir.

quasi 2 anni fa

India

5

This was my first volunteer experience and it was fantastic! The kids were lovely , even though I couldn't speak Russian we tried to communicate through gestures and it was fun playing with them. I went during Christmas time, there were a lot of Christmas events for kids so my task involved preparing stuff for those events and looking after the kids. The house is very comfy and everything you need is there. Alex and her partner Dana were very nice, we had good chat almost everyday during breakfast and dinner. Special thank you to Dana for making delicious meals! Thank you for pleasant stay!!

quasi 2 anni fa

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