Staying with one of our friendly homestay families gives you the chance to experience the typical life of an Australian family. It’s also a great way to improve your English by speaking with the family. Families are carefully selected for their warmth and genuine interest in the students’ wellbeing.
Single or double bed
A wardrobe
A dressing table or chest of drawers
Adequate lighting and a desk
A desk
Breakfast and dinner
Lunch included at the weekends.
Internet available at extra cost
Bed linen and towels provided
Close to public transport
We have a dedicated Homestay coordinator who ensures that our students are always taken care of. We regularly inspect homes to ensure that the high standards are maintained. We actively collect feedback from all students about their stay with their host family to ensure that they feel comfortable and welcome.
Many host families only accommodate one student but some families welcome 2 or more international students. When that’s the case, we will make sure that there are no other students of the same mother tongue in the household.
At the time of enrolment, we will need to know your homestay requirements before we can arrange the placement. ELC can also organise homestay placements for students with special needs such as specific dietary requirements, executive homestay, or room with private bathroom.
* Extra nights are charged at $70/n (i.e. not weekly pro-rata).
* A $110 surcharge applies for arrivals on Easter Friday, Easter Monday, Christmas day and New Year’s day.
* An internet surcharge of up to $10/w payable directly to the host may apply for internet access.