Volunteering in Nepal

Solidarity mission in a Montessori school in Kathmandu

An unforgettable volunteering experience in Nepal

What if you were to go to Nepal and experience an extraordinary human and solidarity adventure?
Helping Hands is offering you the chance to join a voluntary mission in a Montessori school nestling in the heart of the Kathmandu valley. You'll share the day-to-day life of a committed educational team, put your energy into helping underprivileged children, and discover a country of incredible cultural and spiritual richness.

👉 An immersion in solidarity that makes sense, far beyond traditional tourism.

Baal Shiksha Udhyan: a local school, a project with a heart

Baal Shiksha Udhyan is a school founded by Shankar Dahal, a passionate educator who is convinced that every child deserves access to a caring, quality education. Inspired by Montessori principles, the school welcomes children from modest families and offers them a humane learning environment that respects their individual pace.

Despite a limited budget, the school shines thanks to its warm atmosphere, its teaching methods focused on autonomy and creativity, and the determination of the entire team to build a better future for these children.

"Your presence gives the children a chance to open up to the world, and gives us the energy to keep going."
- Shankar Dahal, founder of the school

Why sign up for this voluntary service?

Volunteering with Helping Hands means :

✨ Immerse yourself in Nepalese culture and share an authentic daily life

📚 Take an active part in a meaningful educational project

❤️ Creating genuine links with the children and the teaching team

🌱 Discovering Montessori pedagogy in a local context

🍛 Be welcomed, housed and fed by the school in exchange for your help

You don't come to "give lessons", but to experience an exchange of ideas, listening and solidarity. Each volunteer brings something precious, above all human.

What profile are we looking for?

You don't need a diploma to take part. The most important thing is who you are.

We are looking for :

adults (minimum age 18)
open-minded, caring and independent
interested in education, leadership or alternative pedagogy
able to communicate in English, or willing to learn a few words of Nepali
available for a stay of 3 weeks minimum (longer stays welcome)

Experience with children is a plus, but not essential. What counts is your sincere commitment.

Your on-site reception conditions

The school provides simple but comfortable accommodation, as well as traditional Nepalese meals, often vegetarian. You will be integrated into the life of the school as a full member.

Includes :

🛏️ Accommodation on site or nearby
🍚 Daily meals prepared locally

Not included:

✈️ Airline tickets, vaccinations, insurance
🛺 Local transport
🧭 Logistical support (no on-site support)

👉 This is a autonomous volunteeringnot an organised trip. Initiative, simplicity and adaptability are essential.

How do I apply?

Joining the mission is easy:

1) Send an e-mail to contact@helpinghands.fr

2) Briefly present: your motivations, your dates of availability, a few details about your background (studies, experience, languages, etc.).

We'll be happy to set up a video chat with you to get to know each other and organise your visit.

📅 Departures can take place throughout the yeardepending on the school's needs and your availability.