Madeleine Keown Gap Year in Ghana
A gap year is simply a year, or even less, taken out of formal education.
The year you choose to do this may occur during the transition from secondary school to tertiary education, or even after completing all formal education but before entering the workforce. Regardless of when it occurs, there are many options for gap years that include travel, work or volunteering.
Below you will find some of the more well known organisations, who present at St Oran's College or hold Information Evenings and I have added some words from their own websites to give you an indication of what they offer.
Have a look! You can work in a boarding school or as an activity assistant in a camp. All paid work!
AFS NZ provides a wraparound service, before, during and after exchanges.
A one stop shop for student exchanges, overseas volunteer experiences (Go Kiwi Go), international students, (Study Your Way) teacher exchanges (Educational Advantage) and the Ministry of Education Language Immersion Awards (LIA).
With no application fees, excellent pre-departure and return orientation, and a focus on intercultural learning, AFS provides life changing travel opportunities in a safe, supported environment.
STS Education is one of the world's leading organisations for language training and international youth exchange. They are proud of their unique, worldwide network of staff. Long experience and sensitivity to each customer's needs and preferences are the main reasons behind their success. Quality has always been one of STS's core values. They also have a helpful page covering 12 Tips on how to get the most out of your exchange. This information has been compiled by students who have used STS. Look here for Scholarships and discounts.
Flexible working holidays, summer camps and overseas internships for 18-30 somethings.