16 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! Become a Host Family this Summer Have you ever thought of becoming a host family for foreign students during the summer? If the thought of a little extra income and an introduction to a different culture appeals, then this could be perfect for you. My name is Cecilia Gregory and I run a small summer school in Wimbledon for eight weeks each year from the end of June to mid August. We teach English as a Foreign Language to young students aged 5-16. A few of the students aged 11 and above are placed with host families. Students are mainly European and their English improves dramatically if they can stay with a host family. Every year I need a few more excellent host families in the local area. What is a host family? A host family takes in one or two foreign students into their family for a period of 2-4 weeks. They are part of the family and take part in family activities whether going to the park, shopping, eating or watching television. Host families provide breakfast and dinner at home each day and a packed lunch from Monday to Saturday. Students are out all day from 9am to 4/5pm Monday to Saturday but are with the host family on Sunday. Can I be a host family? Being a host family is ideal for families with young children who may not be back at work or working part time. An adult member of the host family needs to be at home when the students return from school each day. All adults in the host family will be DBS checked before students are placed with them. English needs to be the main language spoken at home. Why be a host family? Many of our host families use the extra income to pay for summer holidays or to pay for activities over the holiday period. It’s also great experience for the host family to get to know children from another country and culture. Many become good friends and ask to return to the same family year after year! Does it matter where we live? As we are dealing with young students, host families need to be close to Wimbledon town centre. We have families in areas such as Wimbledon Park, Southfields, Merton Park and Raynes Park, as long as they are near a bus route or a train/tube station. If you are unsure if your area is suitable please contact me to discuss. How much will I earn? The amount paid will depend on the accommodation provided but will be between £250 and £270 per student per week. You are legally entitled to earn up to £7,500 a year in rental income before you have to start paying any tax. So depending on your circumstances, this could be tax-free income for your family. How do I become a host family? If you are interested then contact me, Cecilia Gregory, at the Summer School of English for a chat. Summer School of English Office: 12 Courthope Road, London SW19 7RD School: 38 St. Georges Road, London SW19 4ED Telephone: 0207 622 2485 info@summerschoolofenglish.co.uk www.summerschoolofenglish.co.uk Host Families for Juniors and Teens this summer.
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