The Australian Homestay Network is an approved homestay provider for Boston Institute

The Australian Homestay Network (AHN) offers safe, affordable and comfortable accommodation for international students studying in Australia.

Our welcoming hosts provide the feeling and support of home so you can settle in faster and become familiar with the Aussie culture, climate and lifestyle. Choose from a range of flexible packages inclusive of meals, utilities and internet access as well as 24/7 support, local orientation and homestay insurance.

AHN’s world-class homestay standards include a home inspection, interview and background check for hosts and a unique preference-based matching system to connect you with the best host.

Visit our Sydney pricing page or apply online today.

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About Australian Homestay Network

AHN provides the highest quality homestay experiences in Australia. We are committed to ensuring that each and every homestay placement is an enriching, secure and memorable cultural experience for both guests and hosts. Visit AHN’s Host FAQs page to find out more about our world-class services.

AHN has placed over 100,000 guests from 185 countries in homestays across Australia

We conduct training, in-home interviews and background checks for hosts to ensure guests are in safe hands

Full support for guests, hosts and agents from a local homestay co-ordinator backed by a network of nationwide staff and a 24/7 hotline

Why should you choose homestay?

You will settle faster, be safer and learn about life in Australia and the expectations of students much faster. Your AHN host will also help you with a personalised one-on-one orientation including advice about transport, shopping and banking options as well as mentoring, culturalisation and developing a local network.

Our experience is that better-settled international students get better academic results and mix better with domestic students.

Beginning your adventure with AHN homestay allows students to jump right into their studies without the worries of finding housing, furniture and signing leases all from overseas. AHN hosts will help you to settle in to life in Australia and help you acclimatise to the different cultures, climate and lifestyle you will experience while you study here.

Utilities (gas, electricity, etc.) and accommodation costs are included in your Weekly Fees; food may be included but will depend on which homestay product you choose. You don’t need to budget for multiple bills and unnecessary expenses. Homestay makes budgeting much easier.

Unlike traditional accommodation options, AHN does not require a bond or long-term contract.

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What our students say

Our homestay hosts and students have some great things to stay about their experiences. From trying new food, going on adventures with their homestay families, improving their English and feeling safe and comfortable – our hosts and guests are happy to share their experiences.

We have throughly enjoyed having Tuk with us. We are definitely going to miss his presence in our home. He has been an absolute delight to have with us. We are looking forward to future students staying with us 🙂
The Fullerson's
host

I am in contact with many still. My Skype address book is full of their names, and I love getting the holiday email messages from them.
Mei Mei C.
student

Fish has been here since the birth of our 3rd child, she still comes to over to play with the children or babysit them. We ask her to house sit our new home, the cat and the students at present when we go on holiday. We taught her how to drive, welcome her boyfriend into our family and the children call him “ Chips”. She has stayed with my husbands’ family in Europe. Her parents have come to Australia and invited us out for dinner and met up the last 3 years for a Boxing Day leftovers afternoons.
Selena H.
host

We have thoroughly enjoyed our homestay experience. We have learnt a lot from our students. We have made some lifelong friends and have acquired some ‘daughters’ since we became homestay parents.
Brad and Claire R.
host

Yuzi is really lovely. The kids love her already and she seems to be settling in well.
Leonie M.
host

About our hosts

Homestay hosts at AHN are carefully selected to ensure that our students are placed in environments that are not only safe and comfortable but also welcoming. Our hosts come from many cultural backgrounds and are truly interested in enjoying a shared cultural experience with their students. We conduct national background checks, in-home interviews, and complete home inspections. We stay in contact with both the host and the student during the homestay period. We want all visiting students to have the most positive experience possible when beginning their educational journey in Australia.

AHN Homestay Packages

Live in a safe, comfortable environment so you can be successful in your studies. There are different packages available so you can tailor your homestay experience to your needs, preferences and budget. Pricing for homestay packages can be found here.

Matching Fee includes
Selection and training of host
System support during application process
Ensuring that all appropriate authority clearances are in place
Host residence visit and approval process
Placement of student (student – host preference matching)
Follow-up support if required regarding placement
Liaison with education institution and agent as appropriate

Weekly Fee includes
Meals, accommodation and utilities as specified
Homestay host additional support for students
AHN professional 24/7 phone support
Best-in-class homestay insurance for both students and hosts
Ongoing monitoring of host suitability
Local AHN supervisor support
System access for agents, institution, students and hosts

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