h) ACCOMMODA TION

(h) ACCOMMODATION

Homestay

Staying in a London home is a very exciting and interesting experience. You can learn a lot about British culture and it is an excellent opportunity to make friends and practise English.

What is Homestay accommodation?

Homestay accommodation is available for students wishing to live with a local family or a single person in their home. It is suitable if you want a more supportive environment and to improve your English language skills. There are two types of Homestay accommodation – half board or bed & breakfast.

What does ‘homestay’ mean?

You will live in an English speaking home, sharing with your host and sometimes with other students. It is an opportunity to experience home life in England and importantly, to practise your English language skills. You will be expected to live as part of the family, sharing meal times and taking part in home life.

What facilities are provided in homestay accommodation?

▪ A private bedroom with a bed, study desk and clothes storage space. ▪ You will have access to the house bathroom. ▪ Wi-Fi

There is normally one bathroom in the house, used by all those living there. You should use the bathroom at reasonable times of day and leave it in a clean condition afterwards.

What will my homestay be like?

Many homestay families have years of experience welcoming students into their home. When you arrive, your homestay host will discuss any house rules to help avoid misunderstandings and you may receive your own set of keys. Some typical rules may be about not smoking in the house or the time you need to be home at night. There may be other students living in the homestay, but our school tries not to put students of the same nationality or language together.

Students staying in their own accommodation

For immigration purposes and for your welfare we must have up-to-date contact details for all of our students (this means your address in London, phone number, email address and emergency contact details). Please make sure you complete your first day contact details form and return it to reception on your first day. If your details change during your studies, please notify reception or our student services team.