Helensvale State High School International Students are accommodated in a range of homes that are in close proximity to the school. Student accommodation is managed by our International Coordinator, Megan Wengel. Each family is personally visited and the home inspected to ensure that cleanliness, appropriate furnishings and facilities are in place. At this time the family is also assessed as to their caring and friendly nature.
Becoming an International Homestay family can be a very rewarding cultural exchange experience. International Students choose to live with an Australian host family as they wish to become part of an Australian family to experience how we live in our culture, to improve their English skills and be a valued member within your family unit.
If you are interested in joining our homestay program you can find further information below:
To apply please complete the application form and submit to our International Coordinator Megan Wengel;mfmar0@eq.edu.au Megan will then arrange a suitable time to meet with you, inspect your home and discuss this rewarding opportunity with you.
Homestay Program for International Students
Living with an Australian host family during your stay at Helensvale State High School is a great way to experience the Australian lifestyle and culture. Living with an Australian family allows you to enhance your English skills and make lifelong friendships and connections forever.
The welfare of our International students at Helensvale State High School is of vital importance, along with ensuring our International students have a wonderful and memorable experience during their stay with us. This is why all homestay providers of students under 18 are required to hold a Blue Card External linkissued by the Queensland Government.
Helensvale State High School has developed long standing contacts with the community who are committed to providing a caring and supportive home for our international students. Our International Coordinator will place you in one of Helensvale State High School's host families which may be close to our school or nearby in one of the surrounding suburbs. Long term students have their own private rooms. These rooms have a bed, wardrobe and desk. Students may be required to share rooms on short term study tours.