Richmond,
Zone 4
Wembley Stadium,
Zone 4
Hampton Court Palace,
Zone 6
Crystal Palace,
Zone 4
Homestay Zone 4+
Zones 4 – 7 homestays are located in the suburban, residential areas that surround London, such as West Finchley, Southgate, New Malden, Kingston, Boston Manor and Wembley and therefore quieter and greener than the centre.
Houses in Zones 4 – 7 are often larger and hosts usually have more time to spend with students than hosts in central London. Large shopping malls, sports fields and parks are usually within easy reach.
This area is often dubbed the commuter belt, as many workers travel to work in central London each day. Travelling from Zone 4 to central London takes on average between 45 and 60 minutes, although some stations have express links making this journey quicker.
- May include:
- Albany Park
- Alperton
- Arnos Grove
- Banstead
- Barking
- Barkingside
- Barnehurst
- Becontree
- Belvedere
- Berrylands
- Bexley
- Bexleyheath
- Bickley
- Boston Manor
- Brimsdown
- Bromley South
- Buckhurst Hill
- Burnt Oak
- Bush Hill Park
- Canons Park
- Carshalton
- Carshalton Beeches
- Caterham
- Chadwell Heath
- Cheam
- Chelsfield
- Chessington North
- Chessington South
- Chigwell
- Chingford
- Chipstead
- Chislehurst
- Cockfosters
- Colindale
- Coulsdon South
- Coulsdon Town
- Crayford
- Crews Hill
- Dagenham Dock
- Dagenham East
- Dagenham Heathway
- Debden
- East Croydon
- Eastcote
- Eden Park
- Edgware
- Elm Park
- Elstree & Borehamwood
- Emerson Park
- Enfield Chase
- Enfield Lock
- Enfield Town
- Epping
- Epsom Downs
- Erith
- Ewell East
- Ewell West
- Fairlop
- Feltham
- Finchley Central
- Fulwell
- Gants Hill
- Gidea Park
- Gordon Hill
- Grange Hill
- Grange Park
- Greenford
- Hadley Wood
- Hainault
- Hampton
- Hampton Court
- Hampton Wick
- Harold Wood
- Harrow & Wealdstone
- Harrow-on-the-Hill
- Hatch End
- Hatton Cross
- Hayes
- Hayes & Harlington
- Headstone Lane
- High Barnet
- Hillingdon
- Hornchurch
- Hounslow
- Hounslow Central
- Hounslow East
- Hounslow West
- Ickenham
- Kenley
- Kenton
- Kingsbury
- Kingston
- Kingswood
- Knockholt
- Loughton
- Mill Hill East
- Moor Park
- Morden
- New Barnet
- Newbury Park
- Norbiton
- North Harrow
- North Wembley
- Northolt
- Northolt Park
- Northwick Park
- Northwood
- Northwood Hills
- Oakwood
- Orpington
- Osterley
- Perivale
- Petts Wood
- Pinner
- Ponders End
- Preston Road
- Purley
- Purley Oaks
- Queensbury
- Rainham
- Rayners Lane
- Redbridge
- Reedham
- Richmond
- Riddlesdown
- Roding Valley
- Romford
- Ruislip
- Ruislip Manor
- Sanderstead
- Sidcup
- Slade Green
- Snaresbrook
- Slade Green
- Snaresbrook
- South Croydon
- South Harrow
- South Kenton
- South Ruislip
- South Woodford
- Southbury
- Southgate
- St Mary Cray
- Stanmore
- Stoneleigh
- Strawberry Hill
- Sudbury Hill
- Sudbury Town
- Surbiton
- Sutton
- Tadworth
- Tattenham Corner
- Teddington
- Thames Ditton
- Theydon Bois
- Tolworth
- Totteridge & Whetstone
- Turkey Street
- Twickenham
- Upminster
- Upminster Bridge
- Upney
- Upper Warlingham
- Uxbridge
- Waddon
- Wallington
- Wanstead
- Wembley Central
- Wembley Park
- West Croydon
- West Drayton
- West Finchley
- West Harrow
- West Ruislip
- West Sutton
- West Wickham
- Whitton
- Whyteleafe
- Whyteleafe South
- Woodford
- Woodmansterne
- Woodside Park
- Woolwich Arsenal
Please note that although we do cover the above areas we may not necessarily be recruiting new hosts in all areas at all times. If you are thinking of becoming a host, but would first like to confirm if we are currently recruiting in your area prior to completing the application form, please drop us a quick message on our contact us form and let us know your postcode. We will reply as quickly as possible.
Testimonials
“We have been working with London Homestays since 2011. With their support, we have managed to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. We strongly recommend London Homestays to anyone who’s looking for quality, reliability and exceptional customer service.”
Alex Fernandes, Accommodation & Visa Compliance Manager, Malvern House London
“Having worked with them since 2013, I can state that London Homestays have always taken care to match our students with suitable host families. They have a very friendly yet professional approach to their work. Our students have enjoyed staying at their homestays. Overall, students say that their host families are attentive and welcoming.”
Carl Roberton, Principal, Stafford House School of English
“We at Burlington School have worked with London Homestays since 2014, and I professionally know the team since 2009 when I worked for another company in the education and accommodation industry. Having had the opportunity to work with London Homestays since the company started operations in London, all of the enquiries have been dealt with in a dedicated and timely manner, the team members are customer-oriented and always provide an exceptional accommodation experience to our students. I have no hesitation to recommend London Homestays as excellent accommodation providers and business partners.”
Eliane Tomasi, Accommodation & Welfare Officer, Burlington School
“LSC Stanton has been working with London Homestays since 2011 and we are very pleased with the quality of accommodation and service they give to us. We have a good relationship with the team and they are always on hand to deal with any last-minute requests.”
Nick Bray, Managing Director, London Study Centre.
“Cooperation with London Homestays is always great! We highly appreciate proactive approach and effort to ensure the best possible services for our groups. We always had a great clean accommodation, friendly family and smart local organisers. Students of our groups were satisfied and they enjoyed staying in London very much. We would like to recommend this agency. The whole team is very kind.”
Miroslava Foltýnová, Owner, CK Bus Tours.
“We offer internships in London to European students and looked for a reliable partner to provide accommodation to our candidates. We have been very happy with the services provided by London Homestays, as have our candidates, as they have always received quickly information on families, the possibility to book a room in a short delay and also a good quality of families. I would recommend without any doubt this agency. The team is very professional, efficient and friendly :). We hope to send new trainees soon!”
Stéphanie Frassanito, Program Manager, Work Overseas
“Our school from the Czech Republic has had great experiences with London Homestays. They are one of the only hosting agencies who would accept our very young guests (under 12). The host families were generally welcoming, kind, and accommodating. The service provided by the coordinator Kate O’Connor and other admin staff is second to none.”
Kate Powers, Vice Principal for English Studies, Sunny Canadian International School
It was an amazing experience, I’ve found a new home where I feel as comfortable as I do in my own home!
Laura, student from France: Homestay booking in Zone 2
“When my children went off to university and got married, my husband and I were empty nesters rattling around. We have an empty bedroom and I quite enjoy keeping it fresh for new students who come to stay with us both short and long term. Invariably, they show us a lot of respect. Coming to London to study or to work as interns is a big adventure for them and I enjoy settling them in and seeing them flourish. Some return or recommend to their friends to come and stay with us. London Homestays are a great organisation to deal with – good at communicating and highly ethical.”
Cathy, Homestay host in Colindale, London
“My first student has just left to return home and I have thoroughly enjoyed hosting her. It has been a lovely experience for me to help her with her English and learn about her Japanese culture.
I was nervous and apprehensive at first but it was so worthwhile and I look forward to continue hosting in the future. It has given me a boost knowing that I can give someone an opportunity that they may not have been able to afford without using London Homestays”
Audrey, Homestay host in Tooting, London
My homestay host Debra transformed my stay into the most amazing experience of my whole life!
Florian, student from Belgium: Homestay booking in Zone 3
My homestay host is a lovely lady, she was very helpful and genuine. London Homestays offer an excellent, fast service and quality accommodation. I would definitely recommend to my friends!
Shelaine, student from Canada: Homestay booking in Zone 2
Daphne was a really nice and welcoming host, I really enjoyed my stay with her and her family. Thank you London Homestays for connecting me with her!
Ben, researcher from USA: Superior homestay booking
My stay with my host family makes my time at UK much more fun and exciting! Life is happening!
Bao, student from China: Homestay booking in Zone 4+
“Really, we are very happy with our room at the residence. James in the residences team has helped us with all aspects of our booking and we would like to say, big thank you from the bottom of our hearts!”
Dmitriy and Maria, two students from Russia: Residence booking
“I felt completely at ease and very comfortable with my host! She was really kind…many thanks!”
Doris, student from Italy: Superior homestay in Zone 2
“Shanghai Chelsea International Consulting (SCIC) has worked with Home from Home many times and they have provided a very professional service.”
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