Homestay: Be part of a British family
At Kings, we have a fantastic selection of local hosts at each of our colleges — many of which have been providing host accommodation to our students for years.
Our hosts are all carefully selected and vetted by the Accommodation Officer at each College.
Staying with a local host, our students can:
- Learn about British culture first-hand
- Benefit from extra support throughout their time in the UK
- Enjoy home-cooked food every evening
Homestay accommodation also allows for regular contact with the student’s parents on request.
What's included:
- Single room (twin available in summer season)
- Bed linen
- Internet access
- Weekly clothes wash
- Standard meal plan: half-board
Full-board meal plan is available for additional supplement (lunch at College Monday to Friday and at weekends either at homestay or packed lunch provided for excursions)
Homestay Extra (Bournemouth)
As Homestay half-board, with additional benefits:
- Large, single, well-furnished bedroom with double bed
- Private bathroom/shower room
Stay in a student residence
For those students who are looking for more independence, our
residences can be a great choice.
Offering modern, purpose-built facilities and a live-in warden for
peace of mind, they allow students to live alongside their
classmates and peers.
Our residences provide high-quality single or twin en-suite
rooms and shared kitchen/recreational areas. In some locations,
private studios are also available.
The residences provide communal areas, laundry facilities, free
wifi throughout with self-catering, half-board and breakfast
options, depending on the location.
What's included:
- Single or twin room
- Bed linen: duvet, bedsheets and pillow provided (changed
- weekly)
- Internet access
- Access to washing facilities
- Activities within residence
