Benefits of hosting

Hosting students with COL is both engaging and rewarding. You have the unique opportunity to welcome a diverse range of students into your home, positively influence their personal and educational journey, and learn about different cultures. For some students, homestay may represent their first time travelling abroad or visiting Scotland, and you will play an active role in shaping their experience of our beautiful country.

Through regular interaction with students, you will directly benefit their English language learning and get to see their confidence and skills build throughout the placement. Involving them in family life, exploring Scottish culture together, and offering guidance and support will help forge bonds of friendship, and provide students with fond and lasting memories of their time in Edinburgh.

Beyond the cultural and interpersonal aspects, there are also practical benefits to hosting student with COL. You will receive an end to end placement and payment handling service, robust support mechanisms, helpful resources and competitive remuneration rates. This removes many of the logistical barriers and time demands inherent with advertising and managing bookings, enabling you to focus on the most important aspect of homestay; the student experience.