DECLARATION
I acknowledge that the above information is true and correct that I have read and understood the Terms and Conditions of Homestay as outlined in the Sample enclosed in this package.
I accept that Stay Cool Limited reserves the right to decline any Homestay or student application.
I accept that Stay Cool Limited is not required to give reasons for declining the application.
I agree that information gathered may be shared with the other education providers.
I accept that if accepted as student for a Homestay accommodation that Stay Cool will communicate with you by email: this may include ayment information, Homestay details, Newsletters and more.
I have an obligation to advise Stay Cool Homestay if any of the personal information I have provided changes.

Outline student guide for living with a Homestay Family:
When looking to live with another family overseas you need to be adaptable and flexible to live and respect the Hosting family rules.
Even being paying for a service, you must recognize the generosity and hospitality of your homestay family in welcoming you to their home.
You have some simple rules to follow, like:
  • Keep your room tidy and clean. It includes making your bed every morning before leaving to school or going out, put your clothes away, etc.
  • Do your own washing. You should ask the family when is the more convenient time to do it.
  • After meals you should take care of your dishes. Ask the family how to do it (wash dishes, use dishwasher, etc)
  • Always advise your hosts if you are going to be away for meals before 4pm.
  • Talk about your plans for vacations and for the weekend in advance.
  • Ask if its ok to invite your friends over to the house. Ask what are rules about this matter.
  • Enquiry about the internet access. Some families may charge an extra fee for this service and some families may have it for free.
  • Please take showers no longer than 10 minutes.
  • Keep your house keys and alarm code safe and do not share it with anyone.
  • Be polite and respectful always, specially when around young children.
  • Speak English when in the house, specially if you have friends visiting.
  • To make the most of your experience you should spend time with your host family, be friendly and sociable, adapt to the lifestyle and be open for dialogue.
  • NO SMOKING IS ALLOWED IN THE PROPERTY.
  • Any misbehaviour of possible criminal nature will result in suspension of your homestay and tuition while the relevant authorities investigation occur.
  • Changing of homestay will have to be discuss with the homestay coordinator. At least 2 weeks notice will be required before the student can be moved to a new family.
  • Please let the homestay coordinator know of any disagreement between the family and student, any disrespect and miss conduct of the family members or student, any medical conditions and issues of other natures. Your homestay coordinator can communicate by phone calls, emails and personally.
  • YOU MUST GIVE 2 WEEKS NOTICE BEFORE YOU CHANGE HOMESTAYS, END OR EXTEND YOUR STAY.
I acknowledge that the above information is true and correct that I have read and understood the Terms and Conditions of Homestay as outlined in the Sample enclosed in this package.
I accept that Stay Cool Limited reserves the right to decline any Homestay application.
I accept that Stay Cool Limited is not required to give reasons for declining the application.
I agree to nominate two referees who can provide information of our suitability to care for an international student.
I agree that information gathered may be shared with the other education providers.
I agree to undergo a NZ Police check on all people over the age of 18 residing in our home at any time before any students from Stay Cool Ltd commence living at my home.
I accept that Stay Cool will review the information supplied by the Police Vetting Service and will advise if the application has been successful.
I understand that the material supplied by the NZ Police Vetting service, once reviewed, will be destroyed within 14 days of Stay Cool decision.
I accept that if approved as a Homestay Family that Stay Cool will communicate with you by email: this may include payment information, new student information, Homestay Newsletters and more.
I have an obligation to advise Stay Cool Homestay if any of the personal information I have provided changes.

WHY BE A HOST FAMILY
FOR AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT?

Making the decision to be a host family and provide accommodation for an international student means that you are opening your home to a new family member and you will provide a caring, nurturing environment. You and your family will benefit from a cultural exchange and relationships that can last a lifetime.

The experience is enriching and rewarding for both students and hosts alike. Students benefit immeasurably from conversing in English in a relaxed, natural situation, such as after school or over dinner. As hosts you can rest assured that students are selected with great care and are expected to abide by your own customs and have reasonable expectations. You will also receive payment on a regular basis for hosting an international student.

You, your kids and your community can learn so much from this experience. It may also help your family with an extra income and no fees are charged to register on our website.

We are looking for Host Families in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown.

In Australia we are looking for Homestay Families in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.



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What to expect from a Homestay Experience

It can be quite a culture shock arriving in a new family and not knowing what to expect. The food, weather and people are all very different and the local accent can be hard to understand! The best thing about staying with a local family is that it is a great way to get used to this new culture and experience local life and most importantly, it helps you improve your English language skills.

All families who offer Homestay accommodation have been approved as Homestay providers. police checked, and passed on our rigorous selection process, also inspected and visit every 3 months by our Homestay Coordinator. Each family is interviewed and their accommodation is inspected to ensure international students are provided with a safe and caring environment where they can learn about and experience the country culture.


HOMESTAY FAMILIES in Australia and New Zealand

Australian and New Zealanders families may be different from the family you have been used to in your home country. Both countries are a modern, multicultural society and your host parents may be from any ethnic background. But they are still Australians and Kiwis!

At this side of the world, people who care for each other and live together in one house may be considered to be a family, so an Australian and New Zealander family may be:
• A couple with no children
• A single person
• A couple with children
• A single person with children
• An older couple whose family has grown and moved away


What you should expect living with a Host Family
Every home stay experience is just as different as the families who host. Regardless of if you're living with a family with three young toddlers in Auckland, or a single mom and her daughter in Brisbane, there are a few things you can expect from just about every home stay experience. While living with a host family, you should expect:

1. Your family may or may not have hosted other students before.
2. Your family has been thoroughly evaluated and interviewed. Carefully inspected and instructed about Homestay services and rules.
3. To eat the same food that the rest of the family is eating.
4. To be respectful of their house rules.
5. To learn the language much faster


What you should NOT expect when living with a Host Family

• To be cuddled
• To have a live-in maid
• To treat your house like a hotel
• To come and go as you please without being respectful of your host parents
• To have your friends come and stay with you
• To have food made to you specially, to please your taste and preferences