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English is the official language of Ghana and it is very important for young children to learn the language. A good ability to read and write in English can mean securing seats in good universities and later good jobs. Although the local standard of English quite good in Ghana, the poor who have to learn the language in schools, since English isn’t native language, often find it hard to grasp the language. To make the matter worst, these schools the children of poor families attend are resource poor and can’t afford to hire well trained and experience teachers. Hence, our volunteers will help the children to improve their English skills. You’ll hold debates and discussions and also teach according to official curricular to make the children confident and capable of believing in them.
Ghana has three academic semesters a year:
1st Term:
January 10 to April 12
School Holiday : April 13 to May 1
2nd Term:
May 2 to August 4
School Holiday : August 5 to September 12
3rd Term:
September 13 to December 15
School Holiday : December 16 to January 1
Dates of academic semesters can change and these provided dates are approximate.
What difference does this project make?
By teaching English and other subjects if the volunteers want, you’ll be helping the children build their careers. Many students have benefits from volunteer teachers and many of them have gone on to get good grades and study in good universities. The contribution from volunteers is for all to see.
Highlights of the program
Learn about the country by taking language classes and orientation and live with a host family to learn about the local culture and traditions. Teach English or other subjects, take part in extra-curricular activities and enjoy their company as well as the hospitalities of local people. In your free time, you can museums and national parks.
Project location
The project is based in Accra, Ghana. Accra is the capital and the largest city in Ghana. Accra experiences tropical savanna climate with wet and dry seasons. You can find lots of banks, restaurants, and cafes in the city, and during your free time explore National Museum, National Theatre, Independence Square, Jamestown and Makola Market. |
