Student Information
Requirements of a student in Homestay:
- Participate in the life of your family. Engage in conversation.
- Be tidy throughout the house, especially your room.
- Refer to your hosts and or institution if you are unhappy about something.
- One weeks’ notice is required if you wish to leave your homestay.
- SAS will pay your host the homestay fees. An invoice will be sent to your parents and or agent monthly and your host will be paid fortnightly.
Laundry use – most homestays find it easier to do the washing and the ironing. You may want some other arrangement. Negotiate.
Bathroom use – respect other family members use and given climate change keep showers to a minimum.
Meals – inform your host of your likes and dislikes.
Telephone – it is not fair to increase your host’s phone bills. Please use a phone card or your mobile.
Heating – it is not fair to increase your host’s fuel bills unnecessarily. Negotiate and wear clothes suitable for Melbourne’s climate.
Abide by the school/institute requirements regarding participation, attendance, punctuality and uniform.
Internet will be available in the home and is included in the homestay fee.
Smoking – most Homestay families prefer non-smoking students. Where a Homestay family is prepared to accept a student who smokes, the general rule is they must smoke outside.
Toiletries – the student should provide his/her own toothpaste, deodorant and personal items.
Duty of care – you are part of a new family. Respect their rules. Provide them with your mobile phone number so that you can be contacted. Inform them when you are coming home late etc.
Time management – use your time effectively so that you can stay healthy and succeed in your studies while still enjoying the company of your Homestay and the delights of Melbourne.