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──── BECOME A HOST FAMILY
Share Your Home. Create Lasting Memories.
Welcome students from around the world, earn a regular payment and make friendships that last, with a local A&O team supporting you every step of the way.
A home away
from home
──── WHY HOST WITH A&O HOMESTAYS
Rewarding in more ways than one
Financial reward
Receive a payment for every student you host, with rates explained clearly before you start.
Cultural exchange
Learn about new countries, languages and food without leaving your kitchen table.
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Flexible schedules
Choose short group visits, longer stays, or both, around your family’s commitments.
Full local support
A named coordinator, host training and a 24/7 emergency line whenever a student is with you.
──── WHAT HOSTING INVOLVES & WHAT WE EXPECT
A warm welcome and a few simple standards
You do not need a large house or hosting experience. You do need a clean spare room, time for a student and a genuine interest in other cultures.
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Personal coordination
✓ Own bedroom with a proper bed
✓ Wi-Fi access
A welcoming atmosphere
✓ Include students in family life
✓ Help with routes to school
✓ Speak English at home
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Meals
✓ Breakfast and an evening meal
✓ Packed lunches where agreed
✓ Ability to meet agreed dietary needs
DBS & safeguarding readiness
✓ Enhanced DBS for adults 16+
✓ Complete host safeguarding training
✓ Follow the Host Code of Conduct
──── STEP-BY-STEP APPLICATION
From application to your first student
01
Apply online
Complete the four-step form below. It takes around ten minutes.
02
Home visit & chat
A coordinator visits your home, meets your household and answers questions.
03
Vetting & DBS
References, Enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding training.
04
Welcome your first student
We match you carefully and support you from day one.
──── HOST APPLICATION
Apply to become an A&O host
You can move back and forth between steps before you submit. Have a few photos of your spare room ready for step four.
✓ Takes around ten minutes
✓ Upload room photos and documents securely
✓ No obligation until your home visit
✓ Our team replies personally
──── HOSTING FAQS
Questions from future hosts
Can’t find your answer? Our team is happy to talk it through.