Exeter Homestay UK

Now recruiting Host Families for 2023

Welcoming Overseas Students to Experience Life In The South West

Run by Carol and her friendly team, Exeter Homestay has been offering safe, comforting accommodation and inspiring educational programmes to young people who want to study away in the UK for over ten years.

We’re a small, caring company – widely trusted by schools, colleges and communities in Exeter and across the world.

What We Do

Whether on behalf of a parent, school or agent, caring for and supporting students is our top priority.

If you can offer a friendly and comfortable home to international students, apply below.

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Where We Do It

Surrounded by beautiful Devon countryside, Exeter is a buzzing vibrant university city with an interesting and inspiring history. There’s plenty to discover, – like the underground passages, fascinating cathedral and famous RAAM museum. Wander along the quayside and you’ll find the great canal lock gates, picturesque cycle paths and welcoming cafes.

What’s Nearby?

The medieval town of Topsham is just a few miles outside Exeter and well worth a visit . Further down the coat you’ll find Exmouth and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site with its large Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and relaxing beaches – are within easy reach of the city. In the other direction lies ancient, magical Dartmoor with its unique landscape and incredible walks; as well as Torbay’s English Riviera – one of the UK’s most popular holiday spots. There’s so much to explore.

A great place to be

A city big on sports, Exeter City Football club and Exeter Chiefs Rugby are a huge part of our local community. Exeter is a safe friendly place that’s become an educational hub for international students over the years with well-renowned Exeter College and Exeter University forming part of the prestigious Russell Group.

Exeter

The capital city of Devon and home to The University of Exeter, Exeter College and internationally famous amenities.

Plymouth

Gateway between Devon and Cornwall, Plymouth is home to Plymouth University and world-class entertainment.

Torquay

Long referred to as The English Riviera, Torquay is the jewel in the Torbay crown.

Exmouth

One of the longest stretches of golden sand in Devon. Recent modernisation has brought world-class facilities.

Dartmoor

World famous for its ancient natural beauty and The House of The Baskervilles which was written in Plymouth.

What Agents and Parents Say About Us

We booked a mini stay group through a recommendation with Exeter Homestay UK in Exeter and Newton Abbot, to take care of our very large group from France for a 3-4 day educational travel trip. We had arranged for morning lessons with activities, we all had a great stay and Carol and her team were organised, helpful and professional. We immediately booked on our return for future visits to Exeter

I really appreciate your business it has helped us so much to have piece of mind for our son studying in the UK so far away from us, I/We were advised to deal with Carol by a colleague in Saudi Arabia and we are so glad we did " Our son is still in contact with the host family and was well cared for and looked after during his course.

Carol has been one of our trusted UK colleagues for several years to collaborate and organise our small, but unique junior summer school, our children always have given 100% positive feedback and always have a british culture experience with confidence buidling and challenging activities. 5* and above

Our Agency travel to the UK every year with coaches of students for educational mini stays, Carol and her team are welcoming and organised during oru visit to Exeter & Newton Abbot. We would highly recommend booking a group stay in Exeter or Newton Abbot areas in Devon! You won't be disppointed!

We were looking for our daughter to stay somewhere local for her Exeter College course and found Exeter Homestay UK whilst searching. Carol and her team matched our daughters needs to that of a similar host family carer, we as parents felt our daughter 100% confident that she was safe, happy and well looked after. Our daughter was treated as part of the family by the host parent. 5* Rating would highly recommend.