Stay with a Host Family in Brooklyn.
Immerse yourself in authentic NYC living with our carefully selected host families.
Choose to stay with them on a Half-Board basis, Bed & Breakfast, or Room Only, depending on your program. All of our host families are conveniently located for easy commuting, and we ensure all host families offer comfortable living arrangements.
Why Choose Our Host Families?
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Carefully Selected Host Families
Our Brooklyn host families are meticulously chosen, visited personally, and recruited with care—no third-party agencies involved. This ensures tailored placements, promising a memorable New York experience with exemplary pastoral care.
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Diverse Household Representation
We welcome families of all types to host, so there is no "typical" family. Our families include couples, retirees, single parents, grandparents, and individuals. Some families have young or teenage children, while others are empty-nesters or newlyweds.
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Embracing Cultural Diversity
Ethnic diversity is vital to New York’s cultural identity. Some hosts may be Asian, African, Hispanic, or Middle Eastern descent, but English is always spoken in the home. Despite varied backgrounds, our families are committed to ensuring comfort during the stay.
Host-Family Options & Details
When choosing one of the homestay options below, you will be able to share the host family’s lifestyle. You will be welcomed in the home like a member of the family and will experience life in New York as part of an American family.
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With the Bed & Breakfast option, breakfast will be included for you every morning. You will share it with the family members or, if they have a busy schedule and leave the house early, they will leave it ready for you every day. Lunch and dinner are not included, and you will not be able to cook your own meals in their home, though storing food in the fridge and heating prepared meals is accepted. This option is best suited for short stays, encouraging you to explore local restaurants and enjoy meals with friends.
Available For:
Adults signing up for any English + NYC Discovery Experience.
NOT Available For:
Not available for Teen English Summer Camp Program
Not available for Young Adults English Camp Program.
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With the Half-Board option, you will get breakfast and dinner at home every day. You will be expected to respect the family’s mealtimes and let them know if you are not able to make it one day. While breakfast and dinner are provided, lunch is not included, and you will not be able to cook your own meals in their home, though storing food in the fridge and heating prepared meals is accepted. This option is recommended for those who want to progress faster in English, as there will be more conversation and immersion with the family.
Available For:
Adults signing up for any English + NYC Discovery Experience.
NOT Available For:
Not available for Young Adults English Camp Program.
Not available for Teens English Camp Program.
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For those seeking independence, our Room Only option provides access to the host family's kitchen facilities, fostering a shared living experience in the heart of New York City. Embrace flexibility without the constraints of shared meal times, while respecting the host's house rules, which include considerations for quiet times and non-smoking policies.
Please note that some hosts may welcome students on both a Room Only and a Bed & Breakfast/Half-Board basis simultaneously.
Available For:
Adults signing up for any English + NYC Discovery Experience.
NOT Available For:
Not available for Young Adults English Camp Program.
Not available for Teens English Camp Program
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| Adults Program | |||
| Young Adults Camp | |||
| Teen Summer Camp | |||
| Breakfast Included | |||
| Lunch Included | |||
| Dinner Included | |||
| Cooking your own meals | |||
| Meal Storage and Heating | |||
| Single or Twin Room Options | |||
| Towels and Bed Linens Provided |
Arrival and Departure
Your program starts with arrival on the Sunday before your course begins and ends with departure on the Saturday after it concludes. Additional nights for exploration can be arranged upon arrival or departure, subject to availability and extra charges.
House Rules
All students are expected to follow the host's rules and guidelines, which involve observing quiet hours and adhering to non-smoking policies, regardless of the type of accommodation selected.
Interested in Becoming a Host Family?
If you have a spare room in your home and are interested in hosting International students, you might just be the kind of family our school needs!