2.6 Arranging Accommodation

If you will be staying with a homestay family during your studies at Lyndale Secondary College, the Homestay coordinator at Lyndale Secondary College will endeavour to arrange the most suitable family for you. All Homestay families offer their homes and hospitality out of kindness and an interest to learn more about other cultures, languages and countries. Living with a Homestay family who speaks the same language as you is discouraged and often not possible to arrange – the purpose of Homestay is to comfortably experience how Australian families live and share your culture with them while gaining further exposure to English. 

Additionally, all Homestay families must satisfy range of strict criteria to ensure your safety and happiness while studying in Australia. Please remember they are opening their homes and lives to you, so follow any house rules and demonstrate courtesy and consideration at all times with your Homestay family. If there are any issues concerning your Homestay family, contact Lyndale Secondary College’s Homestay coordinator.

Temporary Accommodation

Hotels, Motels & Backpackers 

Homestay accommodation is strictly for students studying with Lyndale Secondary College and in no way provides accommodation for family members accompanying the student. Any visiting family member or friend will need to independently arrange and pay for temporary accommodation for the duration of their stay. Such accommodation can be booked by conducting an internet search of the area.

Staying with Friends or Family 

If you know someone in Australia, this is a great way to settle-in to life here.  Your friends or family can provide advice, support and encouragement in your first days in Australia.  However, if you are under the age of 18 you must obtain approval from the International Student Program Coordinator before undertaking accommodation with your friend or family member.