Devon Educational Holidays – Devon Educational Holidays is offering safe, comforting accommodation and inspiring educational programmes to young people who want to study in the UK.

Now recruiting Host Families for our (3-4) night international student mini stays for 2026

Welcoming Overseas Students to Experience Life In The South West

Devon Host Families provides safe and welcoming host family accommodations and inspiring educational programs for young people visiting the UK. We are a small, compassionate team, widely trusted by schools, colleges, and communities in Exeter and around the world..

What We Do

Whether on behalf of a parent, school or agent, caring for and supporting students is our top priority.

If you can offer a friendly and comfortable home to international students, apply below.

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Where We Do It

Exeter, surrounded by the beautiful Devon countryside, is a vibrant university city rich in history. You can explore the underground passages, the stunning cathedral, and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum. Stroll along the quayside to discover the canal lock gates, charming cycle paths, and inviting cafes.

**What’s Nearby?**

Just a few miles from Exeter is the medieval town of Topsham, worth a visit. Further along the coast, you can enjoy Exmouth and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, known for its natural beauty and relaxing beaches. In the opposite direction, Dartmoor offers unique landscapes and great walking trails, while the English Riviera in Torbay is a popular holiday destination.

**A Great Place to Be**

Exeter has a vibrant sports scene, with the Exeter City Football Club and Exeter Chiefs Rugby playing significant roles in the community. It’s a safe and welcoming city, attracting international students with its excellent institutions, including Exeter College and Exeter University, part of the prestigious Russell Group.

Exeter

The capital city of Devon and home to The University of Exeter, Exeter College and internationally famous amenities.

Plymouth

Plymouth serves as the gateway between Devon and Cornwall. It is home to Plymouth University and offers world-class entertainment.

Torquay

Torquay, often called The English Riviera, is the crown jewel of Torbay.

Exmouth

It features one of the longest stretches of golden sand in Devon, and recent modernisation has introduced world-class facilities.

Dartmoor

World-renowned for its ancient natural beauty and the House of the Baskervilles, which was written in Plymouth.

What Agents and Parents Say About Us

We booked a mini stay group with Devon Homestay in Exeter and Newton Abbot based on a recommendation to accommodate our large group from France for a 3-4 day educational trip. The stay included morning lessons and activities, and everything was well-organized, helpful, and professional. We had a fantastic experience and immediately booked again for future visits to Exeter upon our return.

I truly appreciate your service; it has given us immense peace of mind knowing our son is well taken care of while studying in the UK, far from home. We were recommended Devon Homestay by a colleague in Saudi Arabia, and we are so glad we followed the advice. Our son remains in touch with the host family and was thoroughly cared for during his course.

Devon Homestay has been one of our trusted UK partners for several years, helping us collaborate and organize our small yet unique junior summer school. Our children consistently give 100% positive feedback and always enjoy an authentic British cultural experience with confidence-building and challenging activities. Truly a 5-star and above experience.

Our agency travels to the UK annually with groups of students for educational mini stays. The Devon Homestay Team is always welcoming and organized during our visits to Exeter and Newton Abbot. We highly recommend booking a group stay in the Exeter or Newton Abbot areas in Devon—you won’t be disappointed!

We were searching for a local place for our daughter to stay during her Exeter College course and came across Devon Homestay. The team matched our daughter's needs with a compatible host family carer, and as parents, we felt completely confident that she was safe, happy, and well cared for. Our daughter was welcomed as part of the family by the host parent. A 5-star experience—highly recommend!

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