Welcome to Devon Host Families

Now recruiting Host Families for our (3-4) night international student mini stays for 2027

Welcoming Overseas Students to Experience Life In The South West

Devon Host Families provides safe, welcoming and supportive host family accommodation, alongside inspiring educational programmes for young people visiting the UK.

As a small, dedicated and compassionate team, we take pride in offering a personal approach built on care, trust and genuine hospitality. We are proud to be trusted by schools, colleges and communities in Exeter and across the world, creating positive and memorable experiences for every young person we welcome.

What We Do

Whether working directly with parents, schools or educational agents, the care, wellbeing and support of every student is always 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

Discover Exeter and Devon

Surrounded by the beautiful Devon countryside, Exeter is a vibrant and welcoming university city, rich in history, culture and character. There is plenty to explore, from the fascinating Underground Passages and magnificent Exeter Cathedral to the award-winning Royal Albert Memorial Museum.

Take a leisurely stroll along the historic quayside, where you can discover the canal lock gates, picturesque cycle paths and a wonderful selection of independent cafés, restaurants and shops.

What’s Nearby?

Just a few miles from Exeter lies the charming medieval town of Topsham, with its historic buildings, independent shops and riverside atmosphere.

A little further along the coast, you will find Exmouth, with its beautiful sandy beaches and access to the spectacular Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Head inland in the opposite direction and discover the breathtaking landscapes of Dartmoor National Park, famous for its open moorland, dramatic scenery and wonderful walking trails. Alternatively, explore the English Riviera in Torbay, a much-loved coastal destination offering beautiful beaches, picturesque harbours and traditional seaside attractions.

A Great Place to Live, Learn and Explore

Exeter has a thriving sporting and cultural community, with Exeter City Football Club and Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club playing an important part in local life.

Known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming community, Exeter is an excellent place for international students to live, study and experience British life.

The city is also home to outstanding educational institutions, including Exeter College and the University of Exeter, a prestigious Russell Group university with an international reputation for academic excellence.

With its combination of excellent education, rich heritage, beautiful surroundings and welcoming community, Exeter offers young people a wonderful place to study, make friends and create lasting memories.

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

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

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

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

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

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