Accommodation for School Groups

‘I think that the best part was talking to our hosts at dinner. It really helped with my confidence while speaking in English. I will miss them.’ (anon Mar 26)

‘The food was excellent. We had traditional British food but Sue was also available to listen to our requests about the meals, especially about the packed lunch, always giving us options.' (anon Mar 26)

‘I really enjoyed talking to my host family during meals and telling them about my day.' (anon Mar 26)

‘Very friendly, patient, open to conversation, present, helpful, kind and generous. They were helpful for our English and gave us good advice.’ (anon Mar 26)

‘I would 100% recommend my homestay to other students because Elena and John make you feel at home and very welcomed in their house and family.’ (anon Mar 26)

Students attending IPC Exeter school group programmes stay with carefully selected homestay situations in Exeter and the surrounding area.

Homestay accommodation is an important part of the learning experience, giving students the opportunity to practise English in a real-life environment and experience British culture first-hand.

All hosts are chosen for their suitability, friendliness and commitment to supporting international students. IPC Exeter works closely with homestay providers to ensure high standards of accommodation and student welfare.

Our hosts aim to provide a warm welcome, a comfortable room and a positive family environment. Students are typically accommodated in shared rooms and receive three meals per day.

IPC Exeter monitors homestay provision and remains in regular contact with hosts during each programme. Support is available at all times should any issues arise.

Safety and Quality

Your safety and wellbeing are our priority. All homestay accommodation is carefully selected, monitored, and regularly reviewed to ensure it meets our required standards.

All hosts are interviewed and approved by our accommodation team

Homes are inspected before students are placed and reviewed on a regular basis

Appropriate background checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where required, are carried out

We match students and hosts carefully to ensure a suitable and supportive placement

Students under 18 are placed with appropriate hosts and receive additional care and supervision in line with our safeguarding procedures

IPC Exeter operates in accordance with UK safeguarding requirements. Further information is available in our Safeguarding Policy.

Check our Homestay Accommodation page for more information