when will I host students?

Bright World Guardianships only offers guardianship to students who are full boarders. They need hosting during some exeat weekends, half terms and sometimes for the occasional day at the beginning and end of the term. Sometimes we need host families for the longer holidays and occasionally we need people to take care of students for one or two nights if they are asked to leave school for any reason.

what do I have to provide for my students?

You will need to offer them a comfortable bedroom, either on their own or, if the room is large enough to share with one other student. They should have a space to study at a desk either in their room or in the house. They should have access to a bathroom and you will be asked to do a reasonable amount of laundry for them. Three meals a day should be provided as well.

how will the student get to my house?

An important part of the host family role is to pick up and drop off their students from school. We will pay you a mileage for this of 55p per mile.

do I need to take the student out sightseeing?

No, the student will be living at your house and should be treated like one of the family. If you are going out then you can take them with you but no special excursions need to be arranged.

what is the process to enrol to become a host family for Bright World?

First of all you need to complete the Enquiry Form linked below. Then we will send you a full application form and Host Family Handbook so you can see what the role involves. Once you complete that, we will fix a time to come and visit you and start the process of DBS for your family members.

do I need a DBS check from Bright World if I already have one?

The answer is Yes. Bright World will need to do our own enhanced DBS check on every member of the family who is over 16 years of age. We use a very easy and efficient online system and this is at no expense to you. You will also be registered for the update service and will be able to use your update ID reference with other employers.

how much will I get paid for hosting students?

We currently pay you £45 per day.

what are the benefits of becoming a host family for Bright World?

The experience of offering a home from home to an international student can be very rewarding. Our students often cannot make the long journey home for the short holidays and coming to a welcoming host family away from their boarding school environment can give them great comfort. Your own children will also learn a lot about different cultures and nationalities.

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