CCG Homestay Agreement

CCG HomeStay Agreement

Homestay Agreement detailing the terms and conditions for students staying with host families under the Chichester College Group.

Key points include:

Respect and Behavior:

• Students must treat the host's home respectfully, tidy their bedrooms, and comply with house guidelines.
• Students must notify their hosts of their whereabouts and expected return times.
• No speaking native languages if sharing with a student of the same nationality.

Financial Obligations:

• Students must provide their own toiletries and pay for any damages or lost keys.
• Full payment is required to secure the room, and cancellations within 10 working days of arrival incur a £100 charge.
• Full weekly rent is payable even if the student goes away during their stay.

Board Options:

• Half Board:  Includes breakfast, dinner, and a light lunch on weekends. Cooking in the host's kitchen is not allowed.
• Self-Catering: Students provide all their food and can use the host's kitchen and washing machine.

Internet Usage:

Restrictions on connecting routers and file sharing. Hosts can limit or restrict internet access.

Travel and Safety:

• Guidelines on using bicycles, safe routes to college, and curfew times for students under 18 (10 PM on weekdays, 11 PM on weekends).
• Written parental permission is required for overnight stays away from the host's home.

Health and Conduct:

• No alcohol or drugs are allowed, and the college nurse performs health checks upon arrival.
• Emergency contacts and mobile numbers must be provided.

Parental Consent:

A consent form for parents of under 18 students, covering supervision, transport, off-site trips, and emergency medical treatment.

Signatures:

This agreement requires signatures from the student and, if under 18, their parent or guardian.

This agreement emphasises safety, respect, and adherence to rules to ensure a positive experience for students and host families. Please download the agreement below.