This year I took part in the Letz Live gap programme. I got to see the other side of the world and learn skills in which would help me later in life. I was lucky to be able to coach a rugby side which became a highlight of mine. My time in Australia can only be described as incredible. A once in a life-time experience.

I left home for Australia almost a full year ago now, and I’ve never looked back. The year has gone so well for me. I was actually offered a chance to continue my job in Queensland, which I’ve accepted. I’ve had some amazing experiences over the last 12 months. Coming here was one of the biggest and by far the best decisions I’ll ever make in my life. The weather’s great, the people even better, and within half a year I already knew I’d need more time to explore this wonderful corner of the world.

This was a brilliant program, I met great people from around the world and it was a great opportunity to work in an overseas school. If I could do the programme again I would!!!! During my time I travelled to various places around Australia and then went on to New Zealand and Fiji. The program gave me the confidence to travel. The team and the school were great.

Thank you so much for your incredible efforts and that of the Letz Live team over the last few weeks. Your patience and professionalism was remarkable! It is a great program.

“I would recommend Letz Live to anyone who was interested in doing a similar gap year to me because they managed to find me a place in Australia within a few months of application at short notice. The communication between myself and Letz Live was very good. They kept me up to date with what was happening and were able to answer any questions I had quickly. They were exceptional and a lot better than the previous company I had tried to go through as I was kept in almost limbo for about 7 months with no communication.”

When looking to do a gap year you are presented with many different companies all wanting you to choose them. Letz Live helped us with all of the questions we had. All of the staff that I worked with was so helpful. Just before my journey into Australia there was a problem with my insurance policy being accepted by the Immigration department. Not only did Letz Live help my family and I through this ordeal, but they emailed us through the whole process and made sure I was able to fly out on time. Once in Australia the orientation was awesome. I would highly recommend Letz Live to any student who wants an awesome work experience in a different country.

After arriving in Australia on the 17th of July, I have settled into life in Aus very quickly. I think it was hugely beneficial to spend a couple of days in Sydney with Letz Live during our orientation that gave us the chance to acclimatise and meet other young people on the program from around the world! Another reason that I settled quickly is the people. The people have been very welcoming and have gone out of their way to help us settle in.

“I can only describe the last 6 months in Australia as unforgettable, challenging and above all, fun! I have loved every second and have had the opportunity to involve and fully immerse myself in so many new and interesting activities. I never had a reason to worry as Letz Live were totally approachable, informative and professional. The orientation on arrival was amazing! There was no time to feel homesick or jet-lag as we surfed the Gold Coast, explored Surfers Paradise and learnt about our roles as gap assistants. It was great to meet other gappies before moving into our respective schools around Australia.”

“I would most definitely recommend Letz Live to anyone considering doing a Gap Year. They were so helpful throughout the process, which at times was challenging especially with the time difference, but having people who themselves have experienced a gap year means that when you ask questions you know that you are getting truthful answers, something that has proved invaluable. Furthermore their knowledge of things to do and companies to contact when travelling has been fantastic. I cannot fault them and the help and advice they have given me on making this an amazing year.”

Letz Live have provided limitless support and made the process incredibly easy. From beginning to end, Letz Live were there to answer any questions, provide information and just provide a helping hand. I would one hundred percent recommend using Letz Live to organise a gap year to anyone who is thinking about taking one.

My favourite part is definitely sitting in class and spending the day with the Year 2s. I have an absolute passion for early childhood teaching and is something I’d love to do in the near future. This is probably the best way to fully experience what I’ll be potentially studying a degree towards.