Homestay families

Become a host family, share your world, shape a future

Why become a host family?

• For you, it’s a unique experience to become a global family and help a student experience life in NZ. For the student it’s a chance to immerse themselves into another culture and language, achieve academically at school and have an amazing overall experience.

What's involved in hosting?

• Host a student for anytime from two weeks, one term or longer.

When does hosting take place?

• We have new intakes every school term/semester.

Who are the students?

• 12 -18-year-olds from Japan, Korea, Germany, Vietnam, India, France, Italy, Thailand, Hong Kong, China etc.

Many school students want to study in Christchurch and Canterbury (especially short term to get a taste of New Zealand).

Our schools are looking for kind and inclusive families to welcome and support an international student into their home. You are expected to provide a furnished bedroom, food, family experiences and unlimited wifi alongside a nurturing and safe environment.

Homestay families are usually paid weekly and depending on the school in your area between $295 and $350 per week.

Get in touch

If you or anyone you know is interested, please contact your closest school.

School contact details

If your closest or preferred school is not on here, feel free to contact yours directly and look up the international team on our study options page.

Prefer someone over 18? Yes please! Get in touch with our tertiary providers today!