Homestay

Stay with a London family while you study. We have our own carefully selected network of friendly, caring families who look after our international students in North London. This type of accommodation is managed by the school, and we get regular feedback from students staying with our host families. Many of our host families have worked with us for years, and students often keep in touch with their London family long after finishing their studies.

What to expect from a homestay in North London

Living with a host family gives students the chance to practise English outside of school and to experience British culture and daily life in a real London family home, with the comforts of home such as Wi-Fi, TV and a comfortable place to relax. All our homestay options are located close to school, either within walking distance or a few minutes by bus or metro (a maximum of 4 stops).

Three types of homestay

Half-Board: includes breakfast and evening meals.

Self-Catering (no meals): access to the kitchen for drinks and simple food.

Arrivals and departures: check-in on Sundays (noon to 8 pm), check-out on Sundays (before 10 am).

Prices

Prices, terms and conditions are available in our price list.

Accommodation placement fee: £55

Half board (breakfast & evening meal) - 7 nights a week

Students under 18: weekly supplement £20. Extra night charged at £49.

Self-catering (no meals) - 7 nights a week

For students over 18 only. Extra nights charged at £46.

• Half-Board - Single room £250 per week per person
• Half-Board - Shared room £220 per week per person
• Self-Catering - Single room (18+) £220 per week per person
• Self-Catering - Shared room (18+) £200 per week per person

Shared rooms are only available to students arriving and departing at the same time.

• Food supplement of £38 per week for special dietary requirements (e.g. Halal and Kosher meat, Vegan and others) - does not apply to vegetarians.
• Superior single room: weekly supplement £40.
• En-suite rooms (limited, on request): extra £60 per week; upgrade confirmed once flight details are received.
• Christmas (25th & 26th December): extra £35 and full board provided.
• Summer supplement: £38 per week (21st June 2026 – 23rd August 2026).

Arrivals & departures. Check-in: Sundays (noon to 9pm). Check-out: Sundays (before 10am). Students normally arrive and depart on Sundays (7 nights’ stay per week).

Please read our full Conditions of Enrolment.