Projekt "Kindergarten"

I didn’t expect a lot before I came to Vietnam. I just knew I am going to be there for 12 weeks and take it how it comes. I didn’t really make up my mind how my trip is going to be like.

However, Vietnam and everything which and who comes with it impressed me. I never ever regretted my decision for one minute. I came to Vietnam, to Ho Chi Minh City to teach English at a local kindergarten and looking back now 12 weeks have been way too less, but time flies when you are having the best time of your life.
I was in this kindergarten project and I loved it every single day of it. The kids age range from 1 to 5 years. Thanks to a former volunteer there has been a very helpful schedule, which basically tells you everything you have to do. You don’t have to be afraid to be alone because there are always the kindergarten teachers during your class. Even though they don’t understand English that well, they support you in any way they can!
The teachers there as well as the principal have been really helpful during my stay. Teaching English at this kindergarten has been one of the best decisions in my life. You are going to miss these children so bad, I guarantee you that! So deciding to teach English has been one great decision, but going to Vietnam, has been the best thing I probably ever did.

The minute I arrived in Ho Chi Minh and at the Green Lion accommodation I felt like being at home. Every single person there has been so welcoming and friendly. From the dinning room and the food there to the dorms and the surrounding area – everything was perfect! And in particular, the people who work for Green Lion.
Probably one of the most caring and genuine people I have ever met so far. I had the best coordinator during my culture week, the most amazing project manager and were always surrounded by so many nice and honest people. The people from Green Lion are always there for you if there’s something you want to talk about (not that there is something to worry about).
In addition, I met so many amazing volunteers and can actually say that I made friends for life. You get to know so many different people from all around the world! Words can’t even describe how much love I have for all those people and how hard it was to say goodbye.
I would recommend everyone to take part in volunteer project in Ho Chi Minh like I did. That is something nobody will ever take away from you.
Thanks to everyone who accompanied me during my journey and special thanks to Green Lion, who made me feel like going back home to my family every single day.