Become a WSE Host Family: Make a Difference and Earn Extra Income from Your Spare Room
Make a difference in a student’s life while discovering new cultures and earning extra income – all from the comfort of your home.
At Wimbledon School of English (WSE), we welcome students from all over the world who come to London to improve their English, experience British culture, and create lifelong memories.
Our host families are at the heart of this experience. For many students, it is their first time living away from home, and a kind, supportive household helps them settle in, feel safe, and truly enjoy their time in London.
Being a WSE host family is about much more than offering accommodation. It means sharing everyday life, providing warmth and guidance, and creating a welcoming environment where students can relax, practise their English, and feel part of British life. You might chat over breakfast, help them find their way around Wimbledon, or share a meal together at the end of the day.
In return, our hosts gain just as much as their students. Hosting brings friendship, cultural understanding, and the satisfaction of knowing you’ve made a difference to someone’s life. It is also a valuable way to earn additional income, which can make good use of a spare room while supporting education and international exchange.
Whether you are a family, a couple, or an individual living alone, you can play an important role in helping international students feel at home — while enjoying an enriching, flexible, and rewarding experience.
Why Host a Student
Becoming a WSE host family offers a unique combination of personal fulfilment, cultural connection, and practical benefits.
- Experience genuine cultural exchange
Meet people from across the world and discover new traditions, ideas, and perspectives — all without leaving home. - Support a student’s learning journey
Give students the opportunity to practise English naturally in daily life, helping them grow in confidence and independence. - Earn additional income
Receive from £980 per student per month for a single room, and up to £2,520 per month for a twin room. Hosting is flexible, so you can choose when and how often you welcome students. - Create lasting friendships
Many hosts stay in touch with their students for years and often visit them abroad or welcome them back to London for a second stay.
Hosting allows you to turn a spare room into something meaningful — a chance to support someone’s education, connect with other cultures, and bring extra income into your home.
What We Expect from Our Hosts
We want hosting with WSE to be an enjoyable, positive experience for everyone involved. Our dedicated Accommodation Team offers full support before, during, and after each placement.
We ask our hosts to provide:
- A comfortable, private bedroom
- A friendly and welcoming home environment
- Meals, depending on the chosen arrangement (usually breakfast and dinner)
- Opportunities for students to practise English naturally through conversation and daily routines
You do not need teaching experience — just an open, friendly attitude and a genuine interest in welcoming others.
We are especially looking for hosts based in Wimbledon, Raynes Park, Southfields, Colliers Wood, Merton Park, Putney, Fulham, Wandsworth, Mitcham, and nearby areas.
How Hosting Works
Hosting with WSE is simple, flexible, and well supported:
- Apply online – Complete our short form to register your interest.
- Home visit – Our Accommodation Manager, Bridie Moulds, will arrange a friendly visit to answer questions and make sure everything is suitable.
- Matching process – We carefully select a student whose needs, preferences, and schedule fit your household.
- Start hosting – Welcome your student and enjoy a rewarding experience that’s both cultural and practical.
“Hosting is one of the most rewarding parts of my job,” says Bridie Moulds, Accommodation Manager at WSE.
“Our hosts play such an important role in helping students feel comfortable, confident, and part of our London community.”
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need teaching experience?
No. You simply need to provide a friendly, supportive home environment. - How long do students stay?
Stays vary from one week to several months. You can let us know what suits you best. - What age are the students?
We host students aged 12 and above in school groups, and adults aged 16 and over on our English language courses. - Can I host more than one student?
Yes. You can host up to four students at a time, depending on your available space and preferences.
Make a Difference – Join Our Hosting Community
Becoming a host family with Wimbledon School of English is about opening your home to the world. You will provide comfort, friendship, and cultural exchange — and in return, you’ll gain meaningful experiences, new perspectives, and valuable additional income.
If you have a spare room and a welcoming nature, we would love to hear from you. Join our trusted community of WSE host families and help us continue to make London a home from home for students from around the world.
Ready to Become a WSE Host Family? Our Accommodation Team would love to hear from you.
📧 bridie@wimbledon-school.ac.uk | 📞 +44 (0)20 8947 1921
