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Hello! This is a Khmer, English, Chinese and Computer School in Kong Pisei, Kampot and Kampong Speu, Cambodia. Our objective is to teach our children and youth and the rest of our community educational skills. At the moment, we count 3 different centers that our family manages with a lot of love and dedication.
Kosal and Kim work and live with their family in Kong Pisei school. They have more than 15 years of experience in education. Our passion is to empower our community and provide them with skills that will help them get better opportunities for their future.
Sites of Activities:
1. Kampot Town
2. Kong Pisei (opened in 2022)
3. Chumkiri district
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Get a glimpse of what a Cambodian family has to offer, learn about our culture, our life and our sense of community. You will get in touch with happy and playful kids that are curious about your life and experiences.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for internship students and engage volunteers that could teach English, Chinese, Computer programs (Office, Adobe Photoshop, etc.), arts, agriculture or other subjects that could enhance our kid's creativity and communication skills.
If you are an open-minded, extroverted and enthusiastic persons that are passionate about teaching others, please don't doubt to contact us! We will be very pleased in hosting you.
Classes normally start from 7:30 am to 11 am, then lunch break until 2 pm, and the day finishes at 7 pm. You will get two days off (Saturday and Sunday most commonly).
The english class is between 5 pm and 7pm.
We are also looking for students that would like to do an internship with us for a couple of months. We will provide a letter for the visa application and to validate the hours you work with us.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Khmer: Fluent
Accommodation
We offer a bed, shared bathroom and 3 meals per day. Smokers are allowed but have to smoke outside of our school for obvious reasons. You will be living directly with our family!
What else ...
From here you can easily reach and explore Phnom Penh, the vibrant capital of Cambodia, and the beautiful town of Kampot and its surroundings, famous for its mountain hikes and beautiful landscapes. Kampot is well know by its colonial buildings, pepper fields, fishing villages around, markets and night markets.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a dedicated office classroom with desks and a very good connection. We already had previous digital nomads in the past.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 332532234461
Feedback (24)
25 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Emilio) for host
This school is a mythical place.
It challenges you, it's very hot, the children have inexhaustible resources, and the accommodation for volunteers is essential.
But one day spent here is enough to rediscover with a vigorous power all the beauty of authentic life.
Among so many other volunteer activities, here you feel you have a concrete and… read more
It challenges you, it's very hot, the children have inexhaustible resources, and the accommodation for volunteers is essential.
But one day spent here is enough to rediscover with a vigorous power all the beauty of authentic life.
Among so many other volunteer activities, here you feel you have a concrete and… read more
19 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (MarcoAndAlina)
Marco and Alina are amazing, you are such wonderful people, you have done great things in Kong Pisey for the people. You made sponsorship program append, and you brought hope to those kids. You work hard, you spent a lot of time with kids, you came up with great idea about the Math worksheet for the kids, you helped out with the kitchen. You were… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (MarcoAndAlina) for host
We volunteered in Kong Pisei. It was an absolute amazing experience, we couldn't wish for more. Kosal and Kim are really amazing persons they do everything for the kids. The Kids are really open and warm welcoming you and want to
spent time with you. So try to make the best out of it, play games, create games, everything you want to do is… read more
spent time with you. So try to make the best out of it, play games, create games, everything you want to do is… read more
19 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas)
Thank you Nico, you are such an amazing person that has a heart to help the children in this community. They learn a lot from you and their lives will change. We enjoy your present, you are very much valuable to the people in this place. Everything you do at this school is very meaningful to the community. Thank you very much.
(Excellent
)
16 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nicolas) for host
I stayed at the school in Kong Pisei for almost 4 weeks in April-May and it was a wonderful experience for me. First of all because Kim, Kosal, their whole family and Khlin are very welcoming. Not to mention the children and students of the school: all of them were so nice and made many efforts to overcome language barrier by playing and joking.… read more
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25 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Emilio) for host
This school is a mythical place.
It challenges you, it's very hot, the children have inexhaustible resources, and the accommodation for volunteers is essential.
But one day spent here is enough to rediscover with a vigorous power all the beauty of authentic life.
Among so many other volunteer activities, here you feel you have a concrete and… read more
It challenges you, it's very hot, the children have inexhaustible resources, and the accommodation for volunteers is essential.
But one day spent here is enough to rediscover with a vigorous power all the beauty of authentic life.
Among so many other volunteer activities, here you feel you have a concrete and… read more
19 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (MarcoAndAlina)
Marco and Alina are amazing, you are such wonderful people, you have done great things in Kong Pisey for the people. You made sponsorship program append, and you brought hope to those kids. You work hard, you spent a lot of time with kids, you came up with great idea about the Math worksheet for the kids, you helped out with the kitchen. You were… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (MarcoAndAlina) for host
We volunteered in Kong Pisei. It was an absolute amazing experience, we couldn't wish for more. Kosal and Kim are really amazing persons they do everything for the kids. The Kids are really open and warm welcoming you and want to
spent time with you. So try to make the best out of it, play games, create games, everything you want to do is… read more
spent time with you. So try to make the best out of it, play games, create games, everything you want to do is… read more
19 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas)
Thank you Nico, you are such an amazing person that has a heart to help the children in this community. They learn a lot from you and their lives will change. We enjoy your present, you are very much valuable to the people in this place. Everything you do at this school is very meaningful to the community. Thank you very much.
(Excellent)
16 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nicolas) for host
I stayed at the school in Kong Pisei for almost 4 weeks in April-May and it was a wonderful experience for me. First of all because Kim, Kosal, their whole family and Khlin are very welcoming. Not to mention the children and students of the school: all of them were so nice and made many efforts to overcome language barrier by playing and joking.… read more
22 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Martina) for host
wow a experience! thanks to Kim and Kosal, around one undred children can have a property education and go to school, you're gonna be a part of this project and that was already amazing for me! the kids are the sweetest I ever met, so excited to see you everyday! I taught 30' in the morning in a kindergarten class and 2 hours of English class in… read more
16 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Luděk)
Thank you Luy, you are such an amazing person. You help a lot with teaching, spent time with kids, they really enjoyed your companionship, you made them smile, you helped create videos for the school. You made the different in the life of the kids in this community. Thank you so, we hope to see you again.
Kosal
Kosal
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Luděk) for host
I volunteered for almost two weeks in Kong Pisei. It was one of the most enjoyable times for me in Cambodia.
The kids are amazing and open to any game you suggest. You will never feel alone and you can always play some game with them. The learning system they have at the school works very well and any ideas you have can be discussed and then… read more
The kids are amazing and open to any game you suggest. You will never feel alone and you can always play some game with them. The learning system they have at the school works very well and any ideas you have can be discussed and then… read more
13 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Katharina) for host
The last werks volunteering at the School have been such an unforgettable experience! Kosal offered me to choose between their location in the city Kampot and the village Kong Pisei and I was really happy to have chosen Kong Pisei. The atmosphere in the school and the village, the community with other volunteers and Kim and Kosal welcoming you in… read more
9 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Clement & Eloise ) for host
Éloïse and I just spent 2 weeks with Kosal and Kim family at the School in Kong Pisei. It was an amazing experience that we will never forget.
We were hosted as family. Kim, Kosal and their children speak really good English and we had very nice and interesting discussion.
We teached English class, played with the kids and helped with the… read more
We were hosted as family. Kim, Kosal and their children speak really good English and we had very nice and interesting discussion.
We teached English class, played with the kids and helped with the… read more
7 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Agathe & Jean) for host
We are a French couple and stayed for 15 days at Kong Pisei with Kim, Kosal, and their kids Kevin and Nana. When we first arrived, we were a little bit scared at the beginning because we couldn’t speak the language (kids talks to you as if you’re fluent in khmer). But Kim and Kosal speak very well English and are very helpful and we were able to… read more
4 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Aisling)
We would like to express our thankful to our beautiful volunteer is Aisling for a wonderful help to our school. You helped us a lot even teaching and the order works. You’re so helpful and kind. Last but not least, We would like to wish you all the best in your life and your journey. May good luck in the world go to you. Hope see you next time.
(Very good)
22 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Aisling) for host
I have just had the privilege to volunteer and stay at school in Kampot, Cambodia. This past week has been such an amazing experience, being immersed in the Cambodian culture, along with meeting the most amazing people. The children were such an honour to teach, and Yari was an amazing host!
The only negative thing I could say was the room and… read more
The only negative thing I could say was the room and… read more
22 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Leonie) for host
I really enjoyed my two weeks in Kong Pisey with Kim, Kosal, Kevin and Nana. This family is sooo loving and caring. We had so much fun together and they treated me as a family member.
They give everything to provide education for the kids and give them a better future.
The teaching was great and I fell in love with the kids. they were so open… read more
They give everything to provide education for the kids and give them a better future.
The teaching was great and I fell in love with the kids. they were so open… read more
24 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Flavio Darci) for host
I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend the volunteering experience at the school, under the excellent leadership of Kosal. My time there was truly life-changing, and I highly encourage others to join this impactful endeavor.
Kosal's dedication to improving lives in Cambodia is evident in the positive and nurturing environment he has created at… read more
Kosal's dedication to improving lives in Cambodia is evident in the positive and nurturing environment he has created at… read more
15 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Marta) for host
Absolutely a wonderful experience! I stayed for two weeks at the school in Kampot and it was my first experience as a support teacher, when I had to leave I was literally crying. Yary, Saoudi and Kosal have been n.1 hosts, children studying there are incredibly nice and funny. It is among my plans to come back! Thank you for the great time lovely… read more
14 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (João Paulo ) for host
EN / PT-BR
It was my first workaway experience. I was afraid. Teach kids and help a school seemed crazy to me in the beginning but IT WAS ONE OF THE BEST EXPERIENCES IN MY WHOLE TRIP UNTIL NOW. I have lived a lot of amazing things in these 6 months travelling. Kosal, Kim, Falina, Kevin and the students made me feel at home all the time. Even… read more
It was my first workaway experience. I was afraid. Teach kids and help a school seemed crazy to me in the beginning but IT WAS ONE OF THE BEST EXPERIENCES IN MY WHOLE TRIP UNTIL NOW. I have lived a lot of amazing things in these 6 months travelling. Kosal, Kim, Falina, Kevin and the students made me feel at home all the time. Even… read more
22 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Loris)
Loris is a good man, during his stay, he always look for ways and Idea to help the school. He has helped with fundraise to complete the classrooms of the school. We enjoyed your companionship very much. Best wish.
(Excellent)
7 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Loris) for host
This was my first workaway experience. I didn't know what to expect. I got the opportunity to spend two weeks in the school in Kampot and 2 weeks in the rural village. April May 2023. They are very different experiences. In Kampot you are in the city and you can easily walk everywhere before or after work. In the village you are surrounded by… read more
22 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Julie)
Hi Julie, thank you for volunteering with us. It was a great time being with you, you are such a nice person, the kids, Falina and Kevin enjoyed very much your companionship. We enjoyed playing and learning Uno. The kids enjoyed play the toys that you gave them.
By now there are more kids enrolled and we are preparing to build 2 more classrooms.
By now there are more kids enrolled and we are preparing to build 2 more classrooms.
(Excellent)
21 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Julie) for host
I stayed with Kosal and his family during 2 weeks in march. I was traveling in Asia for 9 months, and now that I'm back home I can honestly say, this stay was one of the best memories of my whole trip.
Kosal and his wife are doing their best to improve children's education, but not only. By staying here, I really had the feeling to help them… read more
Kosal and his wife are doing their best to improve children's education, but not only. By staying here, I really had the feeling to help them… read more
2 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (livandmillie) for host
I spent a wonderful 3 weeks in Kong Pisei teaching English. Kosal and Kim made me feel so at home and I feel so fortunate to have had the privilege of learning from them. All of the children are incredibly bright, funny and kind and I feel so lucky to have been their teacher for such a brief period. Thank you so much for having me! I hope to be… read more
28 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Freia) for host
Our stay at the school in Kampot was nothing short of amazing. We were kindly welcomed on arrival with a room in the school building and help with settling in. The same day we started teaching the evening English classes with kids aged 9 to 20 and the engagement with both the teachers and the students was great. During the daytime we helped with… read more
26 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mariana & Rita) for host
Having planned to stay for a week in the school, we quickly decided that it was not enough. The way Kosal and Kim made us feel at home, the children's smiles and hugs, the quietness of the village, and the feeling of sharing our everyday life with Khmer people, made us realize that we needed them even more than they needed us. We had an amazing… read more
4 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Linda & Bradley) for host
Brad and I had a wonderful time at the school in Kong Pisey! The kids were so sweet & living with Kosal and his family was an experience I will always be grateful for. The food was delicious and even prepared to vegan/vegetarian diet. We wished we had time to stay longer. You'll experience 100 % life on the Cambodian countryside.
We helped with… read more
We helped with… read more
12 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Stefano & Giorgia) for host
We spent 2 weeks in this school in Kampot.
We had a wonderful experience with these children and all the teachers❤.
We reccomend this experience if you want to be in contact with real local life and share special moments.
Thank you so much!
We had a wonderful experience with these children and all the teachers❤.
We reccomend this experience if you want to be in contact with real local life and share special moments.
Thank you so much!
21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefano & Giorgia)
Stefano and Giorgia were very good, they have a lot of idea on teaching children and hardworking. They help the school draw and paint the wall, play ground and school entrant. They left us a memory and also give us a review about the classes which we can use it to improve the class management. Thank you guys.
(Excellent)
18 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Angelika)
Angelika was wonderful and helpful to the school and other teachers and students, as well as an understanding person.
(Excellent)
26 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Angelika) for host
It was my first workaway, Kosal and the teachers welcomed me in Kampot so heartily! They took care for me and it was really great to feel like a part of their family! The classes with children were fun:)
11 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Coraline & Anaelle) for host
These are been the best 3 weeks of my trip. I've been welcomed in Chumkiri District, a beautiful town surrounded by amazing landscapes, by the teachers and trainees who lived in the school. They made me feel like I was part of the family, they are the most loving souls on earth and I couldn't dream of better people to share this… read more
27 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mathieu & Cécile) for host
A great experience with Kosal, Kim and their family!
I learnt a lot during the 2 weeks I stayed in the School, about children, teaching, Cambodian culture, and about myself!
Also, Kampot and around is a nice area to discover.
If you're hesitating, go and volunteer!
I learnt a lot during the 2 weeks I stayed in the School, about children, teaching, Cambodian culture, and about myself!
Also, Kampot and around is a nice area to discover.
If you're hesitating, go and volunteer!
5 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Pablo) for host
Working with Kosal and his family was a very nice experience. I learned a lot about teaching kids and about myself in the short time I spent with them. I would recommend to anyone that likes to work with children and wants to learn about Cambodian family culture!
5 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Pablo)
Pablo is very good and wonderful. he tried his best and the kids love him.
(Excellent)
