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Students are often intrigued by the idea of homestay but can be apprehensive about doing it in reality. This session is hosted by both a BlueSky staff member who explains the homestay process as well as with a real life homestay family who will give students an insight into daily life in that country, show them around their homes and generally give an unprecedented cultural insight into what they could expect if they travelled to that country. There’s no better opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of life in another country than to experience it through the eyes of a local family.

Students are often intrigued by the idea of homestay but can be apprehensive about doing it in reality. This session is hosted by both a BlueSky staff member who ...

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

Students will have the opportunity to interact with native speakers from around the world, develop their confidence and improve their English speaking skills.
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NEW CULTURES
Experience a new culture without leaving the country - learn about traditions, food, home life and daily experiences from local families around the world.
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NATIVE SPEAKERS
Practice English with native speakers as well as develop and improve oral English skills
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SMALL GROUP SIZES
Small class size allows for more personal interaction between participating students and host family.
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PREPARING STUDENTS
Helps prepare students for visiting the country in the future and gives them a taste of life in a different country. Open minds and inter-cultural connections are paramount in today’s world.

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Duration

Age range

10 - 24 years old

Class size

Minimum 10 per class

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1 - 2 hours
10 - 24 years old
Minimum 10 per class

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SAMPLE SCHEDULE FOR 1 HOUR VIRTUAL HOST FAMILY EXPERIENCE

Timing Activity Evening activity

10 minutes

Introductions from host family and students

15 minutes

Show & Tell with a meaningful object to the individual

10 minutes

House Tour

15 minutes

Cultural Activity (eg. cooking)

10 minutes

Free Conversation and Q & A

WHAT ARE OUR STUDENTS SAYING?

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WHAT ARE OUR STUDENTS SAYING?

“I always wanted to go to Australia so it was fun to learn about it from a local family. I learned that although they eat different things they are not so different to my family. It was nice.”

Linh | Student, Vietnam
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WHAT ARE OUR STUDENTS SAYING?

“The host had a lot of windows in her house so I could see outside and see the Australian weather and temperature so I felt like I really understood what it feels like to live in Australia”

Shion | Student, Japan
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WHAT ARE OUR STUDENTS SAYING?

“I really like the house tour best because it is so interesting to see a house in a different country and the host family is really friendly. I learn a lot.”

Tatiana | Student, Romania
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WHAT ARE OUR STUDENTS SAYING?

“It was a very fun experience and the host Salam, she was very friendly and nice and her english was very easy to understand. Her australian life was wonderful and I feel like I was in Sydney with her.”

Yutori | Student, Japan
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WHAT ARE OUR STUDENTS SAYING?

“It was a good experience for me and the things that I really like is the cooking because her cooking is so dynamic and also the host is easy to understand for me.”

Anna | Student, Japan

    Student Gallery

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    Cooking Class with Australian Host
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    House Tour with host family
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    Show & tell with a Japanese student
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    Trying local food with the host family
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    Learning about aboriginal painting in Australia
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    Happy student
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    More Than Just Student from Japan taking part in session Books
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    FAQs

    Yes, it is compulsory. Our terms and conditions require you/ students buy comprehensive travel insurance covering overseas medical expenses and contents. We will ask for proof of such insurance policies from you for all students prior to accepting them to our camp.

    Students should pack clothes appropriate for the weather in the destination city during the holiday camps. Note that London could be chilly all year round, so always bring something warm, just in case. Students should also pack at least one set of formal wear/shoes for the Finale Night. Students are recommended to bring a hoodie or light jacket as classrooms are often air-conditioned and sometimes students may feel cold. Students are also recommended to bring comfortable walking shoes as students will do a lot of walking in destination cities. In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint we also ask students to bring refillable water bottles that they can carry with them on excursions. Our destination countries may have differently shaped power outlets and voltages than your home country. Students should bring a power adapter along with whatever other chargers or electronic devices they may need. We also recommend students to pack props which they may want to use in their Talent Show.

    Our students have a full programme of classes and activities, and as such we know where they are. At night time, we will also have checking procedure to make sure all students are in their rooms.

    Yes, we will provide 24/7 emergency number to your camp escorting teachers/ adults and students.

    All students and their activities are covered under our public liability insurance. At the same time, all students attending BlueSky camp are required to buy comprehensive travel insurance which cover overseas medical expenses, personal content etc…

    Students will be attended at all time by your own escorting teachers/ adults, as well as our camp managers and facilitators. Our hostels are typically equipped with surveillance system and guards. Students are not allowed to be out after 10:00pm.

    Yes, all of our meal providers are able to meet any dietary needs. Please fill in the health information form attached in our student registration form.

    Boys and girls will be placed in separate rooms. They could be on different floors or on the same floor. Typically escorting teachers/adults may stay on the same floor as students for easy group control, and on-site staff regularly check to make sure students are safe and in their rooms.

    Depending on the allocation of hostels and classrooms, classes and hostels may be at the same university or school, or otherwise.

    Our Camp Facilitators are trained to run fun-filled team-building activities. Debriefing after the activities will help students to understand main leadership & team-building learning points.

    We have a carefully selected list of attractions at destination cities to give students a chance to get to know the city, as well as to visit educational centres, historical monuments and museums. Visits to famous universities and college campuses have also inspired our students to strive for academic excellence.

    Check out our photo galleries to see our participants in action, and see our detailed schedule for the full course details.

    Yes, Blue Sky staff operate according to Child Safeguarding laws and best practice. Students will be supervised at all times with staff staying in the same accommodation as our students. Additionally, group leaders accompanying students will also stay in the same accommodation to ensure appropriate cover.

    All courses will offer a minimum of 12 hours of cultural workshop lessons or Leadership and Public Speaking classes per week.

    Maximum class-size is 25 students in Singapore and Sydney camps, and 20 students in London camps.

    Our students generally come from all over the world. Naturally, for Singapore and Australia camps, more students from the Asia Pacific region are expected due to their geographical locations.

    Yes, students will receive a certificate of completion if their attendance is at least 90% of classes. We require students to attend all classes, except due to health reasons.

    It's not unusual for children, especially younger ones away from home for the first time, to feel homesick the first few days. Most get over it quickly and go on to have a wonderful time. We provide structure and keep campers busy from the moment they arrive, which helps to shift their focus away from home to new friends and having fun. By the end of the first week, the routine is familiar and the homesickness has passed for the majority of campers.

    Yes, they are allowed to call parents during the evening before bed and if there is an emergency. We encourage both parents and students to not be in constant contact throughout the day as it is distracting from their lessons and activities.

    In all our years of running programmes, we have never suffered a major incident. In the course of outdoor activities, our staff are trained in first aid and will always try to prevent accidents like knee scrapes and falls.

    BlueSky is insured by public liability insurance but for individual students they should purchase their own travel and medical insurance. A detailed policy schedule is available at https://www.bluesky-education.com/policy.html.

    At every camp we will have at least one trained first aider who will be present on site and during all activities and excursions. In the dormitories, our staff conduct regular checks throughout the day and night, with a roll count in the morning and before lights out.

    Our participants range from 7 to 18 years old, and we will pair them up by similar age and gender.

    Participants should be able to communicate in basic English and are able to move around easily within the campus. Note that some campuses are not wheelchair friendly. They should also have individual travel documents with at least 6 months validity, and possess the relevant visas for entry into the respective countries. Please see the country pages for more information.

    If you are keen to sign up for a programme, you are encouraged to do so online at the course page. All courses are priced in USD.

    You will be issued a receipt upon signup, and we will contact you within 24 hours to verify your registration and answer any queries you may have. If you haven’t received any emails or calls from us, please let us know at support@blueskyeducation.com

    We regret that we are only able to accept payment by Visa, Mastercard, American Express or telegraphic transfers. Please contact us if you wish to make a telegraphic transfer.

    If you are withdrawing from a programme 90 days before its commencement, you can get a full refund minus the administrative fees charged by the credit card company/bank. You will be allowed a refund of 50% for cancellations within 90 days, and no refunds will be allowed within 2 weeks from commencement.

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