New Zealand School of Tourism is the country’s largest private tertiary establishment specialising in training programmes for the airline, travel and tourism industries. We’re also one of the oldest, helping Kiwis take flight in their tourism and travel careers for more than 35 years!  Our team will help you find jobs through, internships, industry contacts and more. We also have information on how to transfer your skills with us to different industries.

The benefits of a homestay

Safety – the homestay family can help students get around and give advice on living in New Zealand

It’s the best way to practice English – talking to your homestay family enhances your vocabulary and helps clarity of speech – an important part of living and studying in an English-speaking country

Routine – you will have regular meals and a daily routine – study requires energy and focus, so it’s important that you eat a regular and balanced diet of nutritious home-cooked food

New Zealand families are familiar with students from ages 17 to 25, which covers the majority of our international students. Some families may accept older students, the choice is limited.

Homestay accommodation is only arranged for the international student who is studying with us.  We do not place partners or parents/relatives of students in a homestay.

High homestay standards

Up Education and our contractor make sure all homestays are safe and suitable for our students. Each home is inspected and families are interviewed before students are placed. Students are also visited at least three times a year to make sure their experience remains positive.