Services

Guardianship and Homestay in Canterbury

Home from Home Canterbury provides safe, structured, and high-quality guardianship and homestay services for students living away from home. This is not just accommodation. It is a carefully managed, safeguarding-led environment designed to support students both practically and emotionally while they study in the UK.

Breakfast table prepared for students at Home From Home Canterbury

Homestay Accommodation

Students are placed in a calm, supportive home environment where their wellbeing is prioritised.

This includes:

  • A safe and comfortable living space 
  • Meals and day-to-day care 
  • Clear structure, routines, and boundaries 
  • Ongoing support and supervision 

Placements are intentionally kept small to ensure each student receives individual attention and care.

Available for:

  • Term time stays 
  • Holidays and half-terms 
  • Exeats 
  • Short-term placements 

Guardianship Support

Home from Home Canterbury acts as a trusted local point of contact for students, parents, and schools.

 This includes:

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    Communication with schools and pastoral teams
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    Monitoring student welfare
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    Acting in emergencies
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    Supporting with arrangements and transitions

This provides reassurance for parents and consistency for students.

The King's School Canterbury grounds near Home From Home Canterbury
Preparing the kitchen for students at Home From Home Canterbury

Day Pupil and Flexible Living

For some families, a full boarding environment is not the right fit. 

Home from Home Canterbury offers a structured home setting for students attending school as day pupils.

This provides:

  • A calmer, more personal environment 
  • Consistent adult support 
  • Clear routines and boundaries 
  • A balance between independence and supervision 

Suitable for students attending schools in Canterbury and surrounding areas, with access via local transport links.

Short-Term and Emergency Placements

Support is available for short-notice or unexpected situations, including:

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    School closures
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    Travel disruption
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    Illness or welfare concerns
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    Last-minute accommodation needs

Where possible, continuity is prioritised, and alternative arrangements are made safely and quickly.

Student bedroom for short-term and emergency homestay in Canterbury
Becky Stone walking through Canterbury – Home From Home Canterbury

Who This Service Is For

This service is designed for:

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    International students studying in Canterbury and Kent
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    Families seeking a higher level of support
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    Students who benefit from structure and emotional awareness
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    Parents looking for a safe and trusted alternative to boarding

Local Schools

Home from Home Canterbury supports students connected with schools across Canterbury and the wider Kent area, including:

  • The King’s School, Canterbury
  • Kent College 
  • St Edmund’s School Canterbury 
  • Ashford School 
  • Dover College 
  • Duke of York’s Royal Military School
  • King’s Rochester
  • Folkestone School for Girls 

 Transport links from Canterbury East and Canterbury West allow access to a wider network of schools.

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How It Works

Step 1

Initial conversation to understand the student’s needs

Step 2

Placement arranged and agreed with parents and/or school

Step 3

Ongoing support, communication, and monitoring throughout the stay

Fees and Arrangements

Guardianship fees are clearly structured, with three levels of support available depending on the needs of the student and their family. Homestay accommodation is charged separately, with the cost depending on the length and type of stay.

Before any arrangement is confirmed, I will talk everything through with you so you know exactly what is included and what the costs will be.

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    Full-time homestay
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    Short-term or holiday stays
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    Day pupil accommodation
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    Additional support or emergency arrangements

All fees and expectations are clearly agreed in advance, with full transparency for parents and schools.

Breakfast prepared for a homestay student at Home From Home Canterbury
Becky preparing the kitchen at Home From Home Canterbury student homestay

A High-Quality, Structured Service

Home from Home Canterbury is intentionally positioned as a high-quality, safeguarding-led service.

This means:

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    A small number of students
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    Individual attention and care
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    Clear communication
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    Consistent, structured support

The focus is always on providing a safe, stable and well-managed environment, rather than high-volume placements.

A Different Standard of Care

Home from Home Canterbury is built around a safeguarding-first approach, combined with a professional understanding of emotional wellbeing.

More than accommodation — structured, emotionally aware support.

Becky at Home From Home Canterbury student homestay

Enquiries

If you are a parent, school, or agent looking for a safe, structured and high-quality hosting or guardianship option in Canterbury, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

  • 07585 473046
  • becky@homefromhomecanterbury.co.uk