INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEERS · SUMMER 2027

Bring your energy.
Share your skills.

Help young people in Madagascar build the maths and business skills they need for everyday life and future opportunities.

Volunteer helping Mathagascar students with a classroom exercise
JOIN THE MATHAGASCAR TEAM

A hands-on summer with real purpose.

We’re looking for 3–4 international volunteers to support the next Mathagascar programme in Nosy Be during July and August 2027.

You’ll join a practical, friendly learning programme for teenagers aged 14–18. Rather than teaching maths as abstract theory, we use local examples, interactive exercises and games to make it meaningful.

This is an opportunity to contribute time and enthusiasm while working alongside students and other helpers.

Mathagascar volunteers and students together in the classroom
HOW YOU CAN HELP

Transforming students into entrepreneurs.

01

Lead lessons & support students

Lead the lessons, using our unique learning materials (all provided), and support students of all abilities in our break-out sessions.

02

Run activities

Help set up and deliver trading games, demonstrations and real-world challenges.

03

Encourage confidence

Offer positive feedback, celebrate progress and help create a welcoming learning environment.

A Mathagascar volunteer leading a lively whiteboard quiz with studentsStudents taking part in a practical trading gameStudents and volunteers together at Mathagascar
Mathagascar students enjoying the programme together
WHY IT MATTERS

Small moments. Big progress.

25%→75%

During the 2026 programme, students’ average scores increased from 25% to 75% on assessments with comparable question types and difficulty.

Volunteers can help give students the individual attention and encouragement that makes practical learning possible.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Good French. Great maths. Plenty of enthusiasm.

The course is taught in French, so you’ll need a decent level of French and a very good grasp of maths. You don’t need to be completely fluent: we’ll help you prepare for the mathematical vocabulary and teaching.

All the course materials are written in English and French, and we have extensive training material recorded in French to help with the key mathematical explanations. As a guide, someone with AS- or A-level French in the UK system should manage well.

There’s also a Malagasy translator on hand, so we have several ways to communicate ideas clearly in the classroom.

Above all, we’re looking for people who enjoy working with teenagers, can explain concepts patiently and will bring energy and encouragement to the lessons. Safeguarding arrangements, supervision and any necessary checks will be confirmed before volunteers are appointed.

WHAT’S EXPECTED FROM VOLUNTEERS

Join us for the summer programme.

01 · DATES

22 July – 31 August 2027

Be ready to help teach a five- to six-week programme, timed to align with UK school holidays. Final daily teaching schedules will be confirmed.

02 · YOUR COSTS

Flights

Volunteers will need to pay for their own flights to Nosy Be.

03 · ACCOMMODATION

Provided

Simple self-catering accommodation will be provided for volunteers taking part in the programme.

VOLUNTEER · JULY–AUGUST 2027

Interested in joining us?

3–4 volunteer places anticipated

The planned teaching period is 22 July to 31 August 2027. You will cover your own flights to Nosy Be; simple self-catering accommodation is provided. Please review the commitment and practical arrangements above. The final teaching timetable and volunteer selection process will be confirmed.

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INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEERS · 2027

Volunteer application.

Tell us about yourself and your availability for the planned programme between 22 July and 31 August 2027.

Your application will be emailed privately to the Mathagascar project team and used to respond to your enquiry. Please do not include sensitive information that is not needed for your application.

Help make the next summer count.

Inspire learning and support opportunities for young people in Nosy Be.