We can arrange for you to stay as a paying guest in a friendly family home chosen by the College (Home Stay accommodation).  If you are an English language student, there will be no other guest in the family with the same mother tongue and we will do our best to find a family most suited to your needs.  Please remember, however, that you are a guest in a private home and you should not expect the service of a hotel. 

Accommodation is normally arranged for a minimum of one week from Saturday or Sunday, especially in the summer.  You will need to inform the family of your time of arrival to make sure the family is at home to welcome you. 

Staying with a host family is an important part of your experience in London. It offers excellent opportunities for you to practise your English and to learn about British life and culture. There are six travel zones in London. Our college is in Zone 1.  Family homes are located in residential areas in Zones 2, 3 and sometimes 4. We also have some in Zone 1 but availability is limited. Your journey from your home to the College will take between 35 and 45 minutes by public transport – this is quite normal for a big and busy city like London. We advise you to purchase a weekly or monthly Travel Card (photograph required), which offers unlimited travel on buses, underground and some railways. The cost is between £15 and £29 weekly depending on the number of Zones you use.

Halls of residence are ideal for those students who like to be more independent. Some residences provide breakfast but some also offer an evening meal or have kitchen facilities. We are also able to arrange accommodation in Catholic Residences.

Please note that some restrictions such as code of conduct and conditions may apply. Costs and terms are available in the insert.