Immersive Volunteering: Early Childhood Development
by: Nourish
Since 2016, we’ve been supporting the most vulnerable children, many from broken families, by providing three meals a day and sensory-based play learning. In 2025, we care for 62 children (from a few months old to 5/6 years old) who benefit from this essential early education. As a volunteer, you’ll assist with classroom tasks, create play-based learning activities, and support developmental lear...
Since 2016, we’ve been supporting the most vulnerable children, many from broken families, by providing three meals a day and sensory-based play learning. In 2025, we care for 62 children (from a few months old to 5/6 years old) who benefit from this essential early education. As a volunteer, you’ll assist with classroom tasks, create play-based learning activities, and support developmental learning. You’ll have the chance to learn directly from our team while contributing to the children’s growth in a meaningful way. On some days, you’ll also accompany the Rise Creche Coordinator on outreach visits to other preschools we support. Stay on-site at Shik Shack Backpackers Gain hands-on teaching and childcare experience Make a real impact in a local community Our Core Programs: Green Kidz ...
Program Highlights
Make a Lasting Difference – Impact the lives of young children by supporting early childhood development through play-based learning
Hands-On Learning – Gain invaluable experience working directly with children, helping them develop essential skills through fun, engaging, and educational activities.
Cultural Immersion – Learn from a completely different cultural perspective, gaining new insights and expanding your worldview while working alongside locals and global volunteers.
Authentic South African Experience – Immerse yourself in South African culture, food, and traditions, sharing unforgettable moments with staff, locals, and fellow volunteers from around the world!
Explore our Amazing Area – visit the Kruger National Park, where you might spot the elusive leopard, gentle elephants, and other stunning animals in their natural habitat.
Quick Details
- Hoedspruit, South Africa
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- 7-12 Months
- Childcare & Children
- Education
- English Teaching
- Teaching
- All Nationalities
Program Reviews
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Total Reviews
Overall Review - Australian 2024
February 07, 2024by: Ellen Tracey - AustraliaProgram: Immersive Volunteering: Early Childhood DevelopmentAs an Australian, coming to South Africa was a bit of an outlandish idea. I came to South Africa on exchange during school and ever since wanted to come back for another trip to volunteer more. I did my research and found a few places to volunteer at around Africa but Nourish stood out to me. From the first phone call with Loren to being greeted on arrival by all the staff, I felt very welcomed and safe. My experience at Nourish will be one I can never forget and am extremely grateful for all the staff at Nourish for making this opportunity come true for me. Highly recommend volunteering at Nourish, it was awesome!
I’m coming back!!
January 28, 2024by: Charlotte Brown - AustraliaProgram: Immersive Volunteering: Early Childhood DevelopmentFantastic experience - travelling from Australia to South Africa was well worth it purely for Nourish. Staff were great - professional and fun. Shout out Donald, the volunteer supervisor - our time would not have been the same without you. Meeting volunteers from diverse backgrounds was awesome, and the activities Nourish provided/organised (such as horse ride safari, weekly town trips, and a weekend at Kruger) were unforgettable (and stress free!). Our volunteering time was spent with the green kids afterschool program, on-site crèche, local outreach, and harvesting/planting chilies on the farm. Our stay at Shik Shack (Nourish backpackers) was wayyy too short - will be back in the future and hopefully for a longer time :)
Program Details
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Locations
- Hoedspruit, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Childcare & Children
- Education
- English Teaching
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Disciplinary Clearance Form
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
Ready to Learn More?
Since 2016, we’ve been supporting the most vulnerable children, many from broken families, by providing three meals a day and sensory-based play learning. In 2025, we care for 62 children (from a few months old to 5/6 years old) who benefit from this essential early education. As a volunteer, you’ll assist with classroom tasks, create play-based learning activities, and support developmental learning. You’ll have the chance to learn directly from our team while contributing to the children’s growth in a meaningful way. On some days, you’ll also accompany the Rise Creche Coordinator on outreach visits to other preschools we support. Stay on-site at Shik Shack Backpackers Gain hands-on teaching and childcare experience Make a real impact in a local community Our Core Programs: Green Kidz ...
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Ready to Learn More?
Since 2016, we’ve been supporting the most vulnerable children, many from broken families, by providing three meals a day and sensory-based play learning. In 2025, we care for 62 children (from a few months old to 5/6 years old) who benefit from this essential early education. As a volunteer, you’ll assist with classroom tasks, create play-based learning activities, and support developmental learning. You’ll have the chance to learn directly from our team while contributing to the children’s growth in a meaningful way. On some days, you’ll also accompany the Rise Creche Coordinator on outreach visits to other preschools we support. Stay on-site at Shik Shack Backpackers Gain hands-on teaching and childcare experience Make a real impact in a local community Our Core Programs: Green Kidz ...
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