The EVC Magazine Spring 2025 - Flipbook - Page 19
homestays and exchanges
Angela Willerton is an Educational
Visits Adviser at EVOLVE Advice
FIVE TOP TIPS FOR HOMESTAYS
sure that the host families are aware of their
1 Make
responsibilities and the supervision requirements.
the host families of any restrictions on activities:
2 Inform
e.g. horse riding, swimming in the sea, drinking alcohol,
time spent on electronic devices, smoking and pets.
Actively monitor students throughout the stay using in3 person
visits and check-in calls. Agree a safe word that
the young person can use if they feel unable to ask for
help in front of their hosts.
sure that the students and host families know
4 Make
how to contact the visit team staff 24/7 if they have
concerns.
the host families on the correct procedure for the
5 Brief
disclosure of a safeguarding concern by the student in
their care.
For specif ic advice on your visits,
refer to your employer’s policy
and speak to your Educational
Visits Adviser.
NATIONAL GUIDANCE
7.1f Exchanges and Homestays
7.1r Overseas Visits
7.1s Hosting a Homestay
8.4 Homestay Information Forms (various)
3.3g Checklist – Overseas Visit
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