May 2, 2025

Are you based in Northampton or Milton Keynes and looking to earn extra income while making a real difference? Hosting an international student in the UK is a meaningful and rewarding opportunity. Host an international student in the UK with Gateway Education. Open your home to a student from abroad, share your culture, and earn £350 per week. You will offer a safe and welcoming environment.

Gateway Education has over 20 years of experience supporting international students. When you host an international student in the UK, we provide comprehensive guardianship. This includes 24/7 support for both students and host families. We ensure a smooth and stress-free experience for everyone involved.

Why Become a Host Family?

Hosting offers more than financial benefits. When you decide to bring an international student into your home in the UK, it’s a chance to form global friendships. You can positively impact a young person’s life. Host an international student in the UK, and students often become part of the family. They join you for meals, local outings, and everyday conversations that help improve their English and confidence.

At the same time, you’ll be compensated for your time and care. Gateway Education pays £350 per week to cover accommodation, meals, and basic support. Placements can be short-term (a few weeks) or long-term (a full academic year), depending on your availability.

Why hosting is a great opportunity

* Earn £350 per week while providing a room and meals.
* Share your lifestyle and learn about another culture.
* Choose short stays, term-time hosting, or year-long placements to host an international student in the UK.
* Help a student succeed and feel supported during their time in the UK.

What Gateway Education Provides

As an accredited provider of student guardianship services, Gateway Education ensures every host family is fully supported when you host an international student in the UK. We guide you through the entire process — from the initial application to matching you with a student. Additionally, we remain available for any help you need along the way.

We handle all necessary checks, including DBS screening, and offer training. This way, you feel prepared and confident. Our guardians are in close contact with students and host families, providing ongoing support, safeguarding guidance, and emergency assistance at any hour.

You’ll never be alone in this journey. Host an international student in the UK, and Gateway’s team is on hand to answer your questions and offer advice. They assist whenever necessary — including nights, weekends, and holidays.

What You Need to Become a Host

Becoming a host family doesn’t require any special qualifications. If you have a spare, comfortable room and a caring attitude, you could be the perfect fit. Hosts come from all walks of life — couples, single parents, retirees, and working families. What matters most is your willingness to host an international student and make them feel at home in the UK.

Here’s how to get started,

1. Fill out the application form here: https://forms.office.com/e/5Mz4V4kTuE or call Michael at +44 (0) 7394566001
2. Complete a short application and background checks.
3. Prepare your home with a clean, private room and a welcoming space.
4. Receive training and support from our guardianship team.
5. Welcome your student and start earning £350 per week.

Start Hosting with Gateway Education

We are currently looking for new host families in Northampton and Milton Keynes. Open your home and host an international student in the UK; now is the perfect time to get involved. You can earn weekly income while creating a life-changing experience for a student.