"Working at Chiba during the summer of 2025 was my first experience teaching children, as well as my first time in Asia and my first time living abroad. While the prospect of so many new experiences was very exciting, it could easily have felt overwhelming. However, thanks to the warm welcome from the host families and the supportive atmosphere in Chiba, I was able to settle in comfortably. During my first few weeks, I observed lessons and assisted with teaching, which helped me understand how the school operated. As a result, I quickly gained confidence and was able to teach my own lessons soon after arriving. By spending time with three different host families, I was able to experience so much of what southern Taiwan has to offer. By spending time with three different host families, I was able to experience so much of what southern Taiwan has to offer. In the evenings, I would talk with them in a mix of English and Chinese and learn about their lives in Taiwan. Not only did this improve my Chinese language skills, but it also gave me valuable insight into daily life in Taiwan."

— Mr. George University of St. Andrews (UK)