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TEFL TESOL Course Thailand - Ban Phe

The Thai Ministry of Education trusts
"TEFL International"
to Train 1,000 Thai Teachers for the MOE

Ban Phe is a friendly fishing village approximately 150km south of Bangkok. Perfectly situated along the beautiful beaches of the Gulf of Thailand, Ban Phe is the main gateway to the incredible island of Samet and offers an ideal location for your training course.

The beautiful island of Samet is just a short ferry ride from Ban Phe and has something for everyone. Your free days can be spent soaking up the sun on fun-filled beaches and your evenings listening to live music or enjoying a relaxed meal in one of the many Thai and seafood restaurants on the island.

If relaxed tranquillity is not for you then the exciting resort of Pattaya, packed with open markets, shopping centres, go-go bars and night clubs, is only an hour's bus ride away! When you have job interviews to attend, or want to start flat hunting, Bangkok is in easy reaching distance and makes a great destination for an action-packed weekend!

Our Ban Phe courses are held in our own training facility situated just 100 meters from the world famous Suan Son Beach. Your accommodation is in our 20-room hotel and offers you easy access (direct bus) from Bangkok, onsite internet access to keep in touch with home, onsite laundry service, roof gardens, lounges, and study rooms. You also have a wide choice of affordable Thai and Western food, as well as easy access to Koh Samet and other beautiful Thailand locations.

Where

• A beachside location - time for play as well as work
• Easy access to Bangkok & Koh Samet - no long journeys from the airport
• Easy access public transport options throughout the country
• A small town feel with a dynamic cultural twist - experience the 'real' Thailand

What

• An internationally recognised qualification meeting or exceeding industry standards
• Course administered by highly trained staff with extensive local knowledge
• Organized classes and a curriculum that has been proven successful and effective
• Low student to teacher ratio

Why

• Live in one of the most paradisiacal locations in the world
• Free island boat trip to Koh Samet
• Optional activities include "Survival Thai", PADI Scuba Certificate & Buddhist Meditation

Who

• This course is ideal for Gapyear students and people wanting a change of life or moving abroad
• Your fellow students come from different countries and various continents
• Your teacher trainers are some of the most experienced and well-trained in the industry
• Your support staff will assist you with whatever you need
• The locals are peaceful, friendly people who generally like spending time with foreigners

Country Costs

It is possible to survive on a budget of £10 per day in Thailand and this is of course one of the reasons for its popularity amongst tourists and travellers. Thai food and drink is cheap and basic accommodation is abundant. Costs will rise if you want to eat Western food and stay in more expensive resorts and hotels. It is possible to find worthwhile entertainment to meet even the most stringent of budgets.

Visa Requirements

Visitors to Thailand are required to have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival. Student entry is permitted on a Tourist Visa allowing you to stay for a maximum of sixty days. This can be extended for an additional thirty days at the discretion of the Thai Immigration Office. Holders of Tourist Visas are required to enter the country within ninety days of the visa being issued.

On entering Thailand you may be asked to prove that you are in possession of a ticket for return or onward travel. In addition, you may be asked to prove that you have sufficient funds to cover the cost of your stay. Please note that you are required to pay a departure tax before you are able to leave Thailand.

Health & Safety

The standard of health care is surprisingly high in Thailand especially in areas with a high tourist population. Whilst vaccinations are not strictly necessary for entry into Thailand it is advisable to consult your doctor regarding anti-malaria medications well in advance of your departure.

The risk of violent crime in Thailand is one of the lowest in South East Asia although petty theft and street crime does occur in many areas. Visitors to the country are advised to take out insurance coverage and to exercise common sense and caution with personal possessions.