Hosting is about much more than providing accommodation. You’ll be giving a student a welcoming environment where they can feel safe, supported and part of everyday life while studying away from home.
Many of our Host Providers tell us they’ve made lifelong friendships, experienced new cultures and found hosting to be one of the most rewarding things they’ve done.
Whether you host an international student or a Rugby Academy student, you’ll be helping someone make the most of their time with Chichester College Group while receiving competitive weekly payments and support from our dedicated team.
We offer flexible hosting opportunities depending on the student’s programme.
We’ll discuss the most suitable option with you during the application process.
Half-board accommodation including:
Accommodation typically includes:
Rugby 4 Nights – £112/ Rugby 5 Nights – £140
As a Host Provider, you’ll provide a welcoming home where students can relax, study and feel part of everyday life. We’ll support you throughout the placement, making the experience straightforward and rewarding.
Hear directly from our people who have done it before and see what it means to become a Host Provider, the support you’ll receive, and the positive difference you can make to a student’s experience at Chichester College Group. In just a few minutes, you’ll learn what hosting involves, who you’ll be supporting and how to register your interest.
Anyone with a suitable spare bedroom and a welcoming home may be able to become a Host Provider. We welcome enquiries from individuals, couples and families across the local area. During the application process, we’ll visit your home to ensure it meets the required standards and guide you through each step
Our Host Providers accommodate a range of students studying with Chichester College Group, including international students and students attending the Worthing College Rugby Academy. These students have travelled to the UK to study, develop their skills and experience life in a new community.
Placements vary depending on the student’s course. Some students stay for just a few weeks during summer programmes, while others stay for an entire academic year. We’ll discuss the most suitable hosting options with you before any placement is agreed.
Yes. Our Accommodation Services Team provides ongoing support throughout the placement. We’ll help you through the onboarding process, match students to suitable hosts, carry out regular visits and are available if you ever need advice or assistance. We also contact new hosts shortly after a student arrives to make sure everything is going smoothly
To help ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students, all adults (18+) living in the property will need to complete an Enhanced DBS check. We’ll also ask for two character references, a valid Gas Safety Certificate (where applicable) and completion of our online safeguarding training before hosting begins.
