Karen and Dalton

Karen and Dalton

Karen and Dalton are hosts in Westbury and have hosted with us since early 2024.

What Prompted You To Start Hosting?

We decided to start hosting as Dalton is homeschooled and it has introduced him to different cultures and languages. It also fits in nicely with my part time job and gives us a bit of extra income.

What's Your Favourite Thing About Hosting?

We’ve had some lovely students over the last few months and Dalton has enjoyed having more children to play with and keep in touch with. It’s been great to learn more about them, their cultures and their countries.

What Were You Most Nervous About Before Hosting?

Before hosting, I was worried about the children being homesick and not being able to communicate. I was also apprehensive that they wouldn’t like our food. But that just wasn’t the case. All of the other hosts are lovely and have provided us with lots of hints and tips. I would definitely recommend hosting students if you have spare space and the time in the mornings and evenings. It slots in perfectly with our routine.