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Working with Kids—Volunteer in Costa Rica!

by: MAXIMO NIVEL

9.38 (95)Verified

Costa Rica has a high population of orphans, street kids, and other at-risk children who are in constant need of love, care, and support. Help respond to their needs by taking part in a range of volunteer projects, including working in orphanages, rural schools, and community centers, and street children programs. Projects focus on providing boys and girls with shelter, food, and education to ...

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Program Highlights

Experience the Spanish way of life and culture while staying in San Jose for one week or longer.

Improve your Spanish by taking our language classes and practicing with locals.

Enjoy trips and excursions around the city in your free time.

Choose from our special programs: Surf School, Scuba Certification, Yoga Certification, and more!

Have the opportunity to earn university credits and the President’s Volunteer Service Award (US citizens).

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 2025GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - Language SchoolTop Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadPeople’s Choice Award 2023 FinalistTop Rated Language School 2022Notable Mention 2021 - Gap YearTop Rated Organization 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.38

Total Reviews

95

Working with kids & there teachers

February 04, 2026by: Trevor Owens - United Kingdom

Program: Working with Kids—Volunteer in Costa Rica!

10

I’ve had an amazing experience with Maximo Nivel. They’ve been a real God send, the reasurance they give you from the start is wonderful & calms any nerves or doubts. The experience of volunteering itself has been an utter delight & a real privilege. In the time you volunteer you are offered many day outings to many wonderful places to break up your volunteering time & also for Marlon, Rina, Mckensie & all the incredibly dedicated staff to show how much they appreciate you volunteering your time. The whole experience has been one I will remember very fondly for the rest of my life. I hope to be back volunteering again with Maximo Nivel again very soon. Thankyou so much to such an amazing organisation!

One girl and 2 man in the office

Pura Vida

November 01, 2025by: Anne-Lie Boom - Netherlands

Program: Working with Kids—Volunteer in Costa Rica!

8

I had a very good experience with Maximo Nivel and the Childcare Pollitos. They were kind and I had the feeling that I could do something for them because they need helping hands and every helping hand is welcome.

Absolutely Incredible Experience!!

October 18, 2025by: Paula Provost - United States

Program: Working with Kids—Volunteer in Costa Rica!

10

I had no idea what to expect doing this program. I was technically alone in a foreign country, which could be quite frightening. However, Maximo Nivel provided excellent structure for navigating all of the aspects of doing this program. I highly recommend Maximo Nivel for any volunteer abroad program. This was a once in a lifetime experience - perhaps? I am excited to do something similar again!

What an experience engaging with the kids!!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
  • San Jose, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
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Costa Rica has a high population of orphans, street kids, and other at-risk children who are in constant need of love, care, and support. Help respond to their needs by taking part in a range of volunteer projects, including working in orphanages, rural schools, and community centers, and street children programs. Projects focus on providing boys and girls with shelter, food, and education to support their basic needs. As a volunteer, you'll help keep them off the streets as well as provide them with a happy, productive childhood. Depending on individual skills and interests, volunteers act as mentors, help with homework, organize sports and arts and crafts, and teach English. However, your care and support are the most important things for these disadvantaged children. This prog...

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