We have specific requirements that our families must meet before they are invited to host our international students. We require that the families live within a reasonable distance from the school, have ample living space for the student, and live in a clean, safe and comfortable environment. We also work with families who enjoy hosting international students.
The family will treat you as a guest and you will be expected to obey some basic house rules, you will have access to all living areas in the house. Experience has shown us that living with a family is the most interesting and effective way to become fully immersed in your host country’s language and culture.
Your host family will always do their best to engage you in daily conversation while making you feel as though you are in a "home away from home". Remember your host family will have different customs and habits than perhaps you are accustomed to, and meals will be prepared according to local custom.
Normally you will eat the same food as the family. Unless you have indicated special diet restrictions on your application form, you should not expect your family to make you special meals. If you can't live without your favorite type of food, we recommend you buy it in a local supermarket.
Homestay does not always mean a traditional married couple with a child/children. Above all we look for someone who is sociable, likes to meet new people and can give a warm welcome to our students.
A few things to consider when staying with a family
:: Private or double rooms may be available depending on your destination
:: Most families include breakfast and dinner daily (some locations also include lunch).
:: In most cases; students will be expected to share the bathroom with the family
:: Families are usually located within:
5 - 20 minutes from the school by public transport in "smaller towns"
5 - 50 minutes from the school by public transport in "large cities"
:: Each student will be given a key to their accommodation and will be able to come and go as they wish.
:: Please bring towels with you bed linens and pillows will be provided
:: You will be expected to do your own laundry unless your host family offers and in this case they may charge you a small amount. Alternatively, you can take your laundry to a launderette or dry-cleaner.
:: It is recommended, as a courtesy, to inform your family of any visitors that you might have. Under no circumstances are you allowed to have overnight guests.
:: APARTMENTS (SELF CATERING)
:: Each apartment varies in location, size and number of bedrooms, but expect to share with other students studying at the school.
:: Private or double rooms may be available depending on your destination
:: Apartments are self catering so no meals are provided
:: Apartments include a well equipped kitchen (including cooking utensils)
:: In most cases; several students will be expected to share a bathroom
:: Apartments are usually located within:
5 - 15 minutes from the school by public transport in "smaller towns"
5 - 30 minutes from the school by public transport in "large cities"
:: Each student will be given a key to the apartments and will be able to come and go as they wish. ( a refundable key deposit is normally required at time of check in)
:: Please bring towels with you bed linens and pillows will be provided
:: You will be expected to do your own laundry.
:: Under no circumstances are you allowed to have overnight guests.
:: STUDIO APARTMENTS (SELF CATERING)
:: If you are looking for total privacy this is the best option.
:: One bedroom only
:: Apartments are self catering so no meals are provided
:: Apartments include a well equipped kitchen (including cooking utensils)
:: Studio apartments are usually located within:
5 - 15 minutes from the school by public transport in "smaller towns"
5 - 30 minutes from the school by public transport in "large cities"
:: Each student will be given a key to the apartment and will be able to come and go as they wish. ( a refundable key deposit is normally required at time of check in)
:: Please bring towels with you bed linens and pillows will be provided
:: RESIDENCE
:: Each residence varies in location, size and number of bedrooms, but expect to share with other students studying at the school.
:: Private or double rooms may be available depending on your destination
:: Residence's self catering so no meals are provided and most residences do not provide a kitchen so meals will be taken out or in the residence cafeteria
:: In some cases; several students will be expected to share a bathroom
:: Residences are usually located within:
5 - 15 minutes from the school by public transport in "smaller towns"
5 - 30 minutes from the school by public transport in "large cities"
:: Each student will be given a key to the residence and will be able to come and go as they wish. ( a refundable key deposit is normally required at time of check in)
:: Please bring towels with you bed linens and pillows will be provided
:: You will be expected to do your own laundry.
:: Under no circumstances are you allowed to have overnight guests.
