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British Language Academy: Chat with students after class

The British Language Academy is a language center in Casablanca and Berrechid, Morocco, offering English courses to students of various ages, including minors. Volunteers join informal after-class conversation sessions with students, always under the supervision of our staff members, who remain present throughout each session.

In exchange, we provide free shared accommodation in an apartment with fellow volunteers and organize group trips such as visits to the Sahara Desert and Chefchaouen. Volunteers must commit to a minimum stay of 3 weeks, follow the academy’s code of conduct, and never meet with students one-on-one or outside supervised sessions.

What category best describes your hosting arrangement?

• School / educational project.

Location

📍 Casablanca and Berrechid, Morocco.

What are you looking for help with?

• Teaching support / language exchange

About your project or hosting place

The British Language Academy is a language centre in Casablanca and Berrechid, Morocco, offering English courses to students of various ages, including minors.

Volunteers join informal after-class conversation sessions with students, always under the supervision of our staff members, who remain present throughout each session. In exchange, we provide free shared accommodation in an apartment with fellow volunteers and organize group trips such as visits to the Sahara Desert and Chefchaouen.

Volunteers must commit to a minimum stay of 3 weeks and follow the academy’s code of conduct.

Volunteers with disabilities

• Yes, we can host volunteers with disabilities.

How many volunteers could you host?

• More than 10 volunteers.

When do you usually need volunteers?

• All year round.

How many hours of help per day?

• 2–3 hours per day.

How many days of help per week?

• 4 days per week.

Are accommodation and food included?

Accommodation is included.

We also provide meals on selected days of the week. On the other days, volunteers cook for themselves in the shared apartment kitchen.

What type of accommodation can you provide?

• Dormitory / shared rooms in an apartment with fellow volunteers.

Diet and nutrition information

We provide meals on select days of the week. On the other days, volunteers cook for themselves in the shared apartment kitchen. We’re happy to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy-related needs on the days we provide meals. Just let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly.

Fee transparency

No fee.

Visa support

We can provide an invitation letter if needed.

What volunteers receive

• Organized trips and excursions to the Sahara Desert and Chefchaouen, the Blue City.
• Visits to the British Language Academy farm, plus other outings along the way.
• A built-in community, living alongside fellow volunteers from different backgrounds.
• Cultural immersion and everyday exposure to Moroccan life, customs and hospitality.
• A meaningful experience and the chance to build real connections with students and see a tangible impact on their English.

What are the available activities during free time?

Volunteers have plenty to fill their free time with.

• Explore Casablanca, including the Hassan II Mosque, the Corniche, Old Medina, cafés and nightlife.
• Visit local markets and Berrechid’s souk for spices, crafts and street food.
• Sports and fitness, including football matches with locals, gyms and nearby outdoor spaces.
• Language exchange and practising Arabic or French with staff.
• Cooking sessions and learning to make Moroccan dishes such as tagine or couscous with staff.
• Day trips to nearby cities such as El Jadida, a coastal city where we have the British Language Academy farm.
• Beach time in El Jadida or Mohammedia.
• Social evenings, including mint tea gatherings, movie nights or game nights with other volunteers.

Languages spoken on site

English.

How to get to your site

From Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Berrechid

• Train, recommended: Take the ONCF train from the airport station to Berrechid via Casa Oasis. The journey takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes in total, including the transfer.
• Taxi: A direct taxi takes about 19 minutes. It is faster but more expensive and can be useful for late-night arrivals or groups.

Between Casablanca city center and Berrechid

• Train: Trains run directly between Casablanca and Berrechid, taking about 22 minutes, with regular departures. Most trains depart from Casablanca Voyageurs station, although some also stop at Casablanca L’Oasis. Check your ticket for the exact departure point.
• Grand taxi / bus: These are also available, but journey times can depend on highway traffic, so the train is generally the most practical choice.

From the city center school to Hay Chrifa

• Bus: Local Casabus lines 39 and 22.
• Petit taxi: A simple option for volunteers. Taxis are metered and available throughout the city. Tell the driver “Hay Chrifa” and the nearby landmark.
• Tram: Depending on your starting point, the tram can also be useful, although a bus or taxi may be more direct for this area.

Is there internet access?

Yes, reliable Wi-Fi.

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