Students
HOMESTAY REQUEST
Important notes for homestay request students: Please read the information and click on the link at the bottom of te page to apply.
- The non-refundable Homestay Placement fee of AUD 190 (includes GST) must be paid to Perth Student Accommodation upon arrival. For PIBT and CIC students the placement fee is AUD 175 (GST included).
- Students, agents or their parents must advise us as soon as possible if they plan to cancel or alter arrival details.
- Upon arrival students must pay 4 weeks rent in advance to the homestay family.
- Perth Student Accommodation acts as a facilitator only, the agreement is between the student and the home stay family.
- Students applying independently (no agent) are required to pay a 50%deposit on the placement fee.
GIVING NOTICE
If either party wishes to terminate the homestay agreement then the following shall apply:
If the student elects to terminate his/her agreement with the homestay family then the student must give a minimum of two (2) weeks' notice. Rent shall be paid to the homestay family to cover the period up to and including the date of leaving. If this leaving date is in the first four weeks of the student's stay with the family the student will forfeit the balance of the four (4) weeks' advance payment
If the homestay family wishes to terminate the agreement then the homestay family must give a minimum of two (2) weeks' notice. The homestay family will receive rent to cover the period to the date of leaving. Any surplus rent will be refunded to the student. In this scenario the family will forfeit the right to retain a maximum of four (4) weeks' rent. If the homestay family wishes to terminate the agreement without notice then the family will refund to the student, on a pro rata basis, any monies paid in advance. In this scenario the family will forfeit the right to retain a maximum of four (4) weeks' rent.
PROBLEMS
Students experiencing problems with homestay should contact Perth Student Accommodation or the Student Advisor to discuss them.
Calling home to speak with parents or agents about a problem is fine, but not always advisable. The reason for this is that it causes unnecessary anxiety for parents and the problem students are experiencing could perhaps be solved more rapidly if they simply contact the Student Advisor at the College.
Host families contact the Homestay Officer. If necessary, problems will be directed to the Student Advisor.
STUDENT'S ROOM
Remember to leave furniture and fittings the same as how they were found. Students who want to move things or redecorate, should communicate with their host first.
WATER
When living in a family home please be careful not to waste water. Water restrictions apply in Perth and house owners are reqired to pay for excess use.
TELEPHONE/INTERNET
Use of the telephone and Internet is NOT included in the accommodation fee. Please talk to the host family regarding use of the telephone and/or Internet access. Internet connection is the student's responsibilty. It is strongly advised to arrange mobile internet.
Students must be aware of phone etiquette, asking family and friends not to ring before 7:30 am or after 9 pm and avoid ringing friends late at night. Students should try not to talk on the phone for over 10 minutes, as a family member might be waiting for a call. Finally, if a call comes in for a homestay family member when they are not at home, students should offer to take a message.
If a student would like a phone line installed for phone or Internet use, then they must request permission from the homestay family and all costs associated with the installation are the student's responsibility (even if they move out at a later date). Installing a phone line can be extremely expensive, and students are asked to make a decision only after careful consideration.
The College has Computer Labs for students to use if they need to use the Internet, so if a family does not have Internet access it is not as serious a problem as it may initially seem.
FRIENDS
Check with the host family before bringing friends to visit, especially if the invitation includes a meal. Many families have house rules, and students should be aware of them from the start. Not sure about something? Just ask.
MEALS AND FOOD
Homestay with meals usually means breakfast and dinner 7 days. Full board means meals three meals a day (students can possibly prepare their own breakfast and lunch). Full board does not include continuous snacks throughout the day. If students are not getting enough food, they should communicate with their Homestay family.
If students will not be home for a meal they should advise the host family in advance.
MANNERS
If a student is going out or coming home late they should let the host family know. Cooperation and communication will ensure a student enjoys their homestay accommodation.
LAUNDRY
Students are responsible for their own laundry, including washing and ironing. Check with your host to find out how to use the washing machine and dryer properly and also the arrangement regarding use of laundry detergent. Some homestay parents may prefer to do the laundry for the student boarding with them, but this is not the standard.
SMOKING
Unless otherwise agreed between the homestay family and the homestay student, you should assume that you are living in a Smoke Free Environment. Students wishing to smoke should consult the homestay family as to the appropriate area in which to do so.
TIPS FOR ARRIVAL
If you have booked the airport pick up service, please be patient if you cannot see the driver immediately. Airports are usually busy and you might not be the only student the driver needs to collect.
The driver should have your name on a list and will also have the Homestay name, address and contact number. If you have a friend or family member with you, we must be notified in advance. If you've arranged for your family member or friend to stay with you at the homestay, we should definitely be made aware of it before you leave so we can tell the driver to take both of you (and confirm if this is alright with the homestay provider!). If a family member is traveling to a hotel, the driver will charge them for the trip and we should also be told in advance.
You should now complete the homestay request form.
Please come back to these guideline or print them out from the printable forms menu as a future aid.
To agree to the terms above and make an application - click here
