Know what is included
A furnished private bedroom is the starting point. Confirm bathroom arrangements, meals, internet, laundry and any additional costs before agreeing to a placement.
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SHALOM EDUCATION / HOMESTAY
Auckland homestays.
For international students.
Homestay placement and local support for international students and programme participants, from any country.
Find your next step01 / STUDENTS & FAMILIES
Student homestays
Shalom works directly with Auckland host families to review availability and living arrangements. You can apply from any country, yourself or through a parent, school or agent.
Apply for a homestayPlan the everyday journey
We consider your school or programme location and travel options, and help with communication when placement concerns arise during your stay.
Additional requirements apply
Guardian involvement and the school or programme’s accommodation and safety requirements must be reviewed before a placement proceeds.
NZQA learner wellbeing guidance ↗From application to arrival
- 01
Tell us your plans
Share your school or programme, dates, location and living preferences.
- 02
Review a suitable home
We check availability, travel options and any school or programme requirements.
- 03
Confirm the arrangements
Review the room, meals, fees, house rules and change or cancellation terms before you agree.
- 04
Arrive with local support
Receive arrival information and contact Shalom if a placement concern needs attention.
Before you apply
Can I apply before my dates are confirmed?
Yes. Select “My dates are not confirmed yet” in the student form. Apply early when possible; availability and preparation time are checked individually.
Does submitting a form confirm a booking?
No. Shalom first reviews your request, availability, programme requirements and placement terms. Your application is an enquiry, not a confirmed placement or contract.
What if I need to change or cancel my stay?
Contact Shalom as soon as your plans change. Notice periods, costs, refunds and any move to another home depend on the written terms and available alternatives. Check these before confirming your stay.
02 / EVERYDAY LIFE
Homestay living guide
Six practical topics for everyday life. Every home is different; your agreed placement terms and house rules come first.
01
Meals & dietary needs
Agree on meals and share dietary needs before arrival.
Check: meal times, kitchen use and food storage.
More about this topic
Confirm which meals are included and how breakfast and lunch are prepared. Tell Shalom about dietary requirements before placement; availability must be checked with the host. Let your host know early if you will miss a meal.
02
Your room & shared spaces
Keep your room tidy and agree on shared-space rules.
Check: cleaning responsibilities, bathroom use and visitors.
More about this topic
Keep your room tidy and leave the kitchen, bathroom and shared areas ready for the next person. Ask before inviting a visitor, borrowing items or taking food into your room.
03
Hot water, heating & laundry
Ask about showers, heating and the laundry routine.
Check: shower length, heating, laundry days and drying clothes.
More about this topic
Homes differ in insulation, heating and hot-water capacity. Follow the household’s shower and laundry routines, switch off unused lights, and ask about extra bedding if you feel cold.
04
Travel to school or your programme
Check your school route, travel time and transport costs.
Check: route, travel time, fares and any agreed pickups.
More about this topic
Check the actual journey and public transport options before arrival. Walking and buses may be part of your daily routine. Host transport and airport transfers are only included when specifically agreed.
05
Going out & keeping in touch
Share your plans and let your host know if you will be late.
Check: curfew, overnight stays and who to contact if delayed.
More about this topic
Agree how to share your plans, expected return time and any changes. Follow the school, programme and host rules for outings and overnight stays. Students under 18 may need additional permissions.
06
When something does not feel right
Raise concerns early; contact Shalom when you need help.
Keep: your host, school or programme, and Shalom contact details accessible.
More about this topic
Ask questions early rather than letting a misunderstanding grow. Speak with your host where appropriate and contact Shalom for help with placement concerns. If you are in immediate danger in New Zealand, call 111.
03 / HOST FAMILIES
Become a host family
Offer a welcoming home to someone studying or taking part in a programme in New Zealand. We discuss the participant, dates and expectations with you before any placement is agreed.
Apply to become a hostWhat a host provides
- A clean, furnished bedroom with a bed, desk and storage.
- Agreed meals and clear household routines.
- A respectful home and open communication.
- Co-operation with applicable school and safety requirements.
What Shalom provides
- A participant profile and proposed placement details.
- A local contact throughout the stay.
- Help with questions and cultural misunderstandings.
- Written arrangements discussed before confirmation.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
How to become a Shalom host
- Apply online
- Discuss your home and availability
- Complete the applicable assessment
- Agree terms and consider a match
Home visits, references and household safety checks are arranged as required by the school and programme. Registration does not guarantee approval or a placement.
04 / SCHOOLS & PARTNERS
Accommodation for your programme.
For individual referrals or group enquiries, email the proposed dates, number and ages of participants, school or venue location, and the support you need. We will review the options and respond to your enquiry.
Email a partner enquiryAPPLY ONLINE / AUCKLAND
Apply for a homestay or register as a host
Choose the student or host form. We will review your details and contact you about the next steps.
Privacy notice
Shalom Education stores the contact and placement details you submit in its private application records to review your request and follow up with you. Any additional documents or information sharing needed for placement will be discussed separately. For access, correction or deletion requests, email homestay@shalomedu.co.nz.
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