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About The TEFL Academy

The TEFL Academy is one of the major organizations offering teaching English as a foreign language courses online and in classrooms all around the world.

We were the world’s first TEFL course provider to have received official recognition from government-regulated awarding bodies both in the US and the UK. The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course lead to accredited qualifications awarded by Qualifi (a UK government-recognised awarding body) and are regulated by Ofqual (UK government department). The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course are also DEAC (U.S. Department of Education recognised) approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. AQC is a quality assurance scheme that guarantees our courses have been peer-reviewed and meet strict standards and requirements.

The 2025 TEFL World Factbook has been published to give teachers an overview of income potential, degree requirements, typical student profiles, and average teaching hours in each country.

The TEFL Academy provides industry-leading TEFL certification and education to keep up with the demands of EFL/ESL employers abroad. Their business phone line operates 24/7 7 days a week. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact them via the phone number +44 (0) 1273 806 380/+1 347 434 9694 or send them a message via the inquiry button or on our website.

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The TEFL Academy Reviews

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Kpk Kavindi SandakiriniSri Lanka · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

I learnt lot of theoretical and practical knowledge related to English Language Teaching

Completing the Level 5 TEFL Diploma was a rewarding experience. The course enhanced my teaching skills, strengthened my understanding of ESL methodologies, and equipped me with practical strategies to create engaging, effective, and learner-centred English lessons.

Response from provider

Thank you for choosing to take a course with TTA.

Reuben StrydomSouth Africa · October 2026
From: Online Level 3 TEFL Course

My Journey to Becoming an English Teacher

Completing my TEFL course was a great experience that helped me prepare for teaching English abroad. During the course, I learned about lesson planning, classroom management, teaching grammar, and how to make lessons interesting and enjoyable for students. The course gave me a better understanding of how to teach English to students with different levels of English ability. I found the experience valuable because it helped me build my confidence and gave me useful skills that I can apply in a real classroom. It also opened up new opportunities for me to work internationally and experience different cultures. Thanks to my TEFL qualification, I am now preparing to take the next step in my journey by teaching English in Vietnam. I would recommend the course to anyone who wants to teach English abroad and explore new opportunities.

Response from provider

Reuben, thank you for your review. We wish you the best of luck with your teaching career in Vietnam!

Zosha EllestonUnited Kingdom · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

An amazing experience

This TEFL course was easy to follow, and the material was really interesting. I learned about how to explain grammar and run a classroom. The platform was smooth and stress-free. If you're thinking about doing it, just go for it!

Response from provider

Zosha, thank you for the great feedback!

Thet Myat NoeMyanmar · October 2026
From: Online Level 3 TEFL Course

A Valuable and Rewarding Learning Experience

This program was very positive and rewarding. The course was well structured, informative, and easy to follow. It provided me with valuable knowledge, practical skills, and a better understanding of the subject. I particularly appreciated the flexibility of the learning process, which allowed me to study at my own pace. The learning materials were useful and helped me develop greater confidence in my abilities. Overall, this program was a meaningful learning experience that contributed to my personal and professional development.

Response from provider

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you have finished the course feeling more confident in your abilities.

Mohamed Nawas Fathima RiznaSri Lanka · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

My experience with The TEFL Academy has been very good. I learned useful teaching methods and gained valuable knowledge about teaching English. The course has helped me prepare for my future career as an online English teacher.

I am happy with my experience at The TEFL Academy. The course was helpful and informative, and I appreciate the opportunity to develop my teaching skills. I would recommend TTA to anyone who wants to start a career in teaching English.

Response from provider

Thanks for the review and best of luck with your TEFL career.

Zo GilbertUnited Kingdom · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

I have loved this course and the content has been really useful to help me get my dream job

I had some ESOL experience but this course has given me a brilliant insight into teaching English a second language. I am looking forward to using these new skills in future employment. I would highly recommend this course.

Response from provider

Thanks for the recommendation!

Shaazia HassimSouth Africa · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

I had tge time of my life using my pdf tefl certificate to teach online abroad

A few shirts weeks afte tefel I begun to teach online abroad all the lessons that I learned to relevant to what we teach online and the assignments for relevant to things that we actually have to do as EFL tutors online all the lessons and TEFL with fun interactive relevant and easy to understand. Furthermore or the TEFL tutors were also easy to converse with and very helpful assignment feedback was thorough detailed and show those exactly where to go if we were wrong or we failed the assignments steps with given how to fix it instead of letting us figured out ourselves so good response time is amazing and all of the devil quizzes and little active activities during the course made it it's so incredible and fun. I will be the first two admit that when I was told to study TEFL I was incredibly afraid because I didn't know if I could do another qualification I just come out of a four-year degree I was overwhelmed and scared but I chose the title Academy and I am so grateful that I chose the different kind of need to do whatever through fast easy convenience and most incredibly helpful I didn't struggle at all with any of the content but I felt supported to throughout the process.

Response from provider

Thanks for the feedback!

Fabio SpampanatoEngland · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

Great course

The course is truly useful and incredibly clear. The tutors and staff at the Tefl academy are also always so helpful and available. I think sometimes this can be overlooked but I must say, they were an integral part of my course

Response from provider

Thanks for the review, Fabio. It is great to hear that you found our support staff so helpful.

Esther OUnited Kingdom · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

More than satisfied

I was able to complete the course much within the required time allocated of six months. The resources were clear and I liked that there were examples of classes to demonstrate how to do the work with a class. The lesson template and online resources were really helpful. I was able to complete the quizzes by going through the course material. I felt the course was good value and feedback was prompt and clear. I managed to complete most of the assessments without needing to resubmit and it was helpful to have online videos explaining what I needed to do. I was very much satisfied with the course.

Response from provider

Thanks for the review, and congratulations on completing your course.

Daniesha AlvarezUnited States · October 2026
From: Online Level 3 TEFL Course

Quickest and easiest yet challenging experience

Honestly, I thought this was gonna be something that would be hard to follow and I also thought that it was gonna take a lot longer but as usual that would be getting in my own head. This was an awesome experience and I was able to complete my program within 2 1/2 weeks. I’ll definitely recommend especially because now I get the chance to travel the world.

Response from provider

Thanks for the feedback, and congratulations on completing your course in record speed!

Rohini TakharUnited Kingdom · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

Life changing course

I did the level 5 course and the tutor support was the best ive ever experienced and ive done many courses. The course guides you to then support you in your assignments and yes its tough but you learn so much. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend this to anyone.

Response from provider

Thanks for the recommendation! We love to hear how supported you felt throughout.

Zeralys CorreaUnited States · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

Best Decision I've Ever Made!

My experience with The TEFL Academy has been incredibly rewarding! As someone with a background in education, I wanted to expand my teaching skills while opening doors to new opportunities abroad. The course was informative, flexible, and allowed me to learn at my own pace while balancing my full-time job and personal responsibilities. The assignments were challenging at times, but they helped me grow as an educator and gain a better understanding of teaching English to learners of different ages, backgrounds, and proficiency levels. Although I would have appreciated more assignment examples, the overall experience was fantastic! Completing my certification has given me more confidence in my abilities and made my dream of teaching abroad feel much more achievable. I am genuinely excited about what comes next, and I would absolutely recommend The TEFL Academy to anyone looking to grow professionally, travel, and experience new cultures. This has truly been one of the best decisions I've ever made!

Response from provider

Zeralys, thank you for the fantastic review! We are pleased to hear that you found the course rewarding as an experienced teacher, and we wish you the best in your future career in TEFL.

Zoe GilbertUnited Kingdom · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

Excellent course, very clear how to complete assignments

I really enjoyed the course. The content was extremely in-depth and I would recommend this course to new teachers. It gives great opportunities and the tutors were very responsive to my needs during the course.

Response from provider

Zoe, we are glad to hear that you enjoyed the course and felt supported by our tutor support team.

HR GrowGreenVietnam · October 2026
From: Online Level 3 TEFL Course

A Great Foundation for Teaching English Abroad

The TEFL Academy course provides an excellent foundation for aspiring English teachers who want to build a rewarding career abroad. Through this course, many of the teachers we have recruited at GrowGreen English Center have developed the essential knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to begin their teaching journeys in Vietnam. We have been fortunate to recruit many high-quality teachers who completed this course and demonstrated strong teaching potential, enthusiasm, and a genuine commitment to helping students learn. We particularly value the way the course prepares teachers for the classroom by equipping them with a solid understanding of teaching methodologies, lesson planning, classroom management, and student engagement. These skills are especially important when working with young learners and students with different levels of English proficiency. From our recruitment experience, graduates of The TEFL Academy have provided us with a strong pool of candidates who are well-prepared to adapt to new teaching environments and grow professionally. We appreciate the role the course plays in helping aspiring teachers develop the foundation they need to succeed in international teaching opportunities, particularly in Vietnam.

Response from provider

Thank you for taking the time to leave a great review. We are delighted to hear that you have been able to offer roles to some of our amazing newly qualified teachers.

Jessica DearbornUnited States · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

Great Course

I enjoyed the coursework. I felt it was well worth my time. I did see a lot of editing mistakes in the material, which I think needs to be addressed as this is a course for teaching English. There also wasn’t any real guidance on job seeking. I feel like I have been thrown to the wolves, so to speak.

Response from provider

Jessica, thank you for leaving a review. Our Student Service team would be happy to offer you advice on job seeking. Please email them at [email protected].

Talenta MnisiSouth Africa · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

My Experience as a Passionate and Dedicated English Educator

My teaching experience has been rewarding and has helped me develop strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management, curriculum delivery, and learner assessment. As a passionate multilingual educator with a PGCE and TEFL training, I enjoy creating engaging, inclusive, and learner-centred lessons that support learners with different abilities and learning needs. I strive to build positive relationships, encourage active participation, and help learners develop confidence in using English. Teaching has strengthened my communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills while allowing me to contribute to learners' academic growth and personal development.

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Response from provider

Talenta, thank you for choosing to take a course with TTA!

Katie GroebeUnited States · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

Ready

I took the Level 5 TEFL course in advance of travel plans so that I could get acclimated to teaching English as a 2nd language first. I completed the course in 2 months and found it to be enlightening and well organized. The reference material is generous and I look forward to applying what I learned soon.

Response from provider

Thank you, Katie. We wish you the best of luck with your travel and teaching plans!

Ali CemmedoEngland · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

A Great Learning Experience

I really enjoyed completing my Level 5 TEFL course. The course was informative, well-structured, and gave me a much better understanding of teaching English as a foreign language. I learned a lot of useful skills and techniques that I can apply in a real classroom, and the course has helped me feel more confident about starting my teaching journey. Although some parts were challenging, I found the experience rewarding and appreciated the opportunity to develop my knowledge and skills. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to gain a TEFL qualification and begin a career in teaching English.

Response from provider

Thank you for the recommendation, Ali. We are delighted to hear that you finished the course feeling more confident.

Evelyn ChronicleUnited Kingdom · October 2026
From: Online Level 3 TEFL Course

Outstanding Student Support

I could not have successfully completed this course without the flexibility, understanding and timeliness of the student support team. The course was informative and well structured as well. Loved the bonus courses as well!

Response from provider

Congratulations on completing your course, Evelyn. We love to hear of your positive experience with our support teams.

Benson MugoKenya · October 2026
From: Online Level 5 TEFL Course

I had an excellent experience

The classes were well explained and the videos exceptional. The assignments were marked on time allowing me to complete the course very fast. I loved how the instructors used simple English with full of knowledge and vocabulary to explain the tasks. Would easily recommend the course to a person interested in it.

Response from provider

Thanks for the great review, Benson.

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Jessica Morris

Jessica Morris

Interviewed in 2019

Staff

Jessica Morris is part of the Student Services Team at The TEFL Academy. She deals with everything from enrolling to certificates, and helps existing,...

I love to travel and learn new things! I also love to help people further themselves in whatever way possible! Teaching is also something I really enjoy and hope to do in the future. Joining an organisation with a core value to helping others through teaching across the world was a no brainer!

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Maria Lorena Morales

Maria Lorena Morales

Interviewed in 2019

Staff

Maria Lorena Morales is originally from Argentina. She has been living in Ireland for the past 11 years. She loves to travel in her spare time, experi...

What inspired me the most was being able to help people achieve their dreams of travelling and teaching English in other countries around the world. Some people are in the middle of switching careers after many years and seeing them follow their dreams just as I did at some point in my life and take such a big step, is admiring and gratifying.

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Rachel Dempsey

Rachel Dempsey

Interviewed in 2019

Staff

Rachel Dempsey is a native of Dublin, Ireland, who loves to travel and meet new people.

I have worked in educational/travel industries for over two and a half years now. I love to work with people who are looking to broaden their horizons and experience new things. Our students will go out into the world and teach others the very valuable skill of the English language. It is great to be part of the process. It is great to assist people in reaching their goals of becoming a certified TEFL teacher.

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Rebecca Walsh

Rebecca Walsh

Interviewed in 2019

Staff

Rebecca is a screenwriting graduate living in Dublin, Ireland. She is currently making her own plans to go teach EFL in South Korea with her partner next year.

I love helping with people’s journeys, especially in such an educational field. There's something very lovely about knowing that your job helps people experience the world in a new way and opens new doors for adventure and learning!

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Sabrina Moris

Sabrina Moris

Interviewed in 2019

Staff

Sabrina is an adventurous soul with a love for teaching and helping others. She believes everyone should have the opportunity to travel and enjoys hel...

I was thrilled to start working at The TEFL Academy, because they offer a product I believe in.  A TEFL certificate to the key to new adventures and I was excited to help others open new doors.

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Simon O’Toole

Simon O’Toole

Interviewed in 2019

Staff

Simon O’Toole is a member of the marketing team at The TEFL Academy. Part of his job is to spread the good word of TEFL far and wide.

The world of TEFL is always something that has interested me. I really believe in the power of teaching English in the general sense as well as the benefits that TEFL teachers can gain personally, economically, and professionally. The chance, therefore, to work for a company that provides people with the opportunity to experience this wonderful world of TEFL was something that I grasped with both hands.

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Jessica Murray

Jessica Murray

Participated in 2018

Alumni

Jessica Murray is a 26-year-old ESL teacher from Ireland. Before teaching ESL, she worked as a sales administrator and receptionist. Her boyfriend, Ga...

It snowed in Ireland at the beginning of March, so bad that we were snowed in and were off our usual 9-5 jobs. I've always wanted to teach and my boyfriend always wanted to teach ESL. That's how this all began.

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Thomas Gibbons

Thomas Gibbons

Interviewed in 2019

Staff

Thomas Gibbons is a friendly Londoner who lives in Dublin. He has traveled the world once over and would love to do it again. He is the Marketing Dire...

The opportunity to use my skill set to help people teach around the world is very rewarding and a huge reason why I decided to take up a role at The TEFL Academy.

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The TEFL Academy is one of the major organizations offering teaching English as a foreign language courses online and in classrooms all around the world. We were the world’s first TEFL course provider to have received official recognition from government-regulated awarding bodies both in the US and the UK. The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course lead to accredited qualifications awarded by Qualifi (a UK government-recognised awarding body) and are regulated by Ofqual (UK government department). The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course are also DEAC (U.S. Department of Education recognised) approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. AQC is a quality assurance scheme that guarantees our courses have been peer-reviewed and meet str...

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