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Homestay

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What is Homestay?

Varsity College offers homestay for students in Years 9 to 12 who are enrolled through the International Student Program (ISP).

Homestay means that the student is under the welfare of the school and therefore living with an approved homestay provider. Host families are responsible for ensuring the student's welfare, in conjunction with the school's delegated officer, whilst living with them.

Families provide students with a nurturing and secure environment whilst they concentrate on their schooling.
Homestays at Varsity College are extremely beneficial for everyone involved! Our host families, siblings and students get the opportunity to blend cultures and create lifelong friendships.

Hear from some of our homestay families, and learn why you should take the leap and become a host today!
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Homestay is for visiting students who want to experience the real-life Australian lifestyle by living with an Australian host family during their stay. Homestay gives visiting students the best opportunity to practice their English conversation skills in everyday life, while ensuring safe accommodation and a caring home environment.

Visiting students often develop lasting friendships with their Australian host families.
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Varsity College welcomes families to join our homestay program anytime throughout the year. Becoming a homestay family is a wonderful experience for both your family and the visiting student.

Understanding and exchanging cultural differences whilst building life time friendships is just a small part of the study tour experience.
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Want to be a host family?

Applying to be a host family is as easy as contacting the homestay coordinator on 0428 677 251 or email international@varsitycollege.eq.edu.au to receive more information.

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Last reviewed 19 October 2022
Last updated 19 October 2022