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GUARDIANSHIP & HOMESTAY SERVICES
Trusted Guardianship & Homestay Support for International Students in Canterbury
At Home From Home Canterbury, we understand that choosing a guardian is about far more than meeting a school requirement.
Parents want reassurance that their child has a trusted local adult available should they need support, guidance or emergency assistance whilst studying away from home.
Founded by Becky Stone, Home From Home Canterbury offers a warm, personal and family-centred approach to guardianship and homestay accommodation, providing both peace of mind for parents and a genuine home-from-home experience for students.
Guardianship Packages
Essential
Guardianship
£395 per term
Suitable for students who board full-time and require a trusted local guardian and emergency contact.
Includes:
- Named local guardian
- School emergency contact
- Parent liaison when required
- Emergency support and coordination
- Student welfare support if required
- Availability throughout the academic term
Ideal for independent students whose parents require reassurance that support is available should it ever be needed.
Enhanced Guardianship
(most popular)
£595 per term
Everything included within Essential Guardianship, plus:
- Monthly wellbeing check-in with the student
- Scheduled parent update each term
- Additional school liaison where appropriate
- Settling-in support and pastoral guidance
- Priority communication with parents
- A more personal level of support throughout the student's stay
Ideal for families who value regular communication, reassurance and the comfort of knowing somebody is genuinely checking in on how their child is settling into life in the UK.
Home from Home Premium
£895 per term
Everything included within Enhanced Guardianship, plus:
- More regular wellbeing support
- Priority emergency response
- School meeting attendance where appropriate
- Greater involvement in student welfare planning and support
- Direct access for parents throughout the term
- Tailored support based on the individual needs of the student
Ideal for families seeking a highly personalised guardianship experience with a greater level of involvement and ongoing support.
Homestay Accommodation
Small Room
£85 per night
Includes:
- Comfortable private bedroom
- Breakfast, lunch and evening meal
- Wi-Fi access
- Laundry facilities
- Family environment
- Pastoral support
Large Room
£105 per night
Includes:
- Spacious private bedroom
- Breakfast, lunch and evening meal
- Wi-Fi access
- Laundry facilities
- Family environment
- Pastoral support
Meals and Dietary Requirements
Meals are provided within a normal family setting and typically include breakfast, lunch and an evening meal.
We are happy to discuss dietary preferences and requirements prior to arrival.
Please note that specialist diets, medically required dietary arrangements, significant food allergies, or specific nutritional requirements may incur an additional charge depending on the level of provision required.
Additional Services
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers can be arranged through trusted, fully insured and DBS-checked transport providers.
Prices available upon request.
Additional Welfare Support
Additional appointments, meetings, transport arrangements and bespoke support can be discussed and quoted individually depending on the needs of the student and family.
Bespoke Arrangements
Every student and family is unique.
We are happy to discuss:
- One-term guardianship arrangements
- Short-term guardianship
- Holiday accommodation
- Emergency accommodation
- Additional welfare support
- Transport arrangements
- Tailored family requirements
- Please contact us to discuss your circumstances and receive a personalised recommendation.
Why Families Choose Home from Home Canterbury
- Home From Home Canterbury is built around genuine relationships, personal care and trusted local support.
- Students are not simply assigned a guardian. They have a named local adult who takes the time to get to know them, checks how they are settling in, and provides parents with reassurance that someone nearby genuinely cares about their wellbeing.
- For many families, this personal connection offers a level of comfort and trust that larger guardianship organisations are unable to provide.
- At Home From Home Canterbury, every student is treated as an individual and welcomed as part of the family.