What is Canada's education system like? Find out for yourself by living there with this Homestay and school integration in Canada.
Living with a host family and attending to a Canadian school for a few weeks or months is what you need to improve your English and meet your academic goals abroad! All high school students are welcome!
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Live with a welcoming Canadian host family and go to a local Canadian High School thanks to our homestay and High School integration program in Canada!
This is a non-credited program that allows pupils to live a firsthand living experience in Canada, for a duration of 8 to 16 weeks. Even though this is a cultural program, students attend a local school and participate in class assessments, in order to enrich their English knowledge. This is a great introductory program for those interested in completing a full academic year at a later stage.
Highlights of the program:
- The aim of this program is to discover the Canadian school system, and to experience social integration with Canadian teenagers.
- The student is exempt from doing homework and taking examinations, and it is generally not possible to transfer credits to the home school.
- Students are placed with warm and welcoming volunteer Canadian families, who are looking for an intercultural experience.
- Students have a 24/7 Hotline.
Canadian host family on a full board basis.
They usually live in a suburban area or a small village. If there is a lack of public transportation, the student will have to rely to his/her host family.
The new family member is expected to take part in the daily activities of his or her host family. Integration into the family is the ultimate goal of the homestay experience. However, host families are not required to organize activities, visits or excursion. The participant comes with his/her own spending money to cover the cost of activities.
Homestay and High School in Canada 2027/2028
Prices are valid for the school year 2027/2028.
* Price in Canadian Dollars per participant.
Not included : Application Fees (65 EUR)
💰 What's Included in the Price?
- Administration fees
- Host family placement with full board
- Mandatory school fees (schools will ask for a deposit for books) – core subjects only-
- Airport pick-up and transfer to/from the host family
- Custodianship Declaration and notarized documentation for the visa application if required
- Support, assistance and 24/7 Hotline during the whole program
- Medical and Emergency Repatriation Insurance
🚫 What's Not Included?
- Round-trip international airfare
- Non compulsory insurances (luggage lost, flight delay etc.)
- Visa, passport and medical exam fees
- Extra activities organized by the family or others
- Daily transfers from family to school (bus passes)
- School supplies and calculators, uniforms and sport uniforms, club or team fees
- Personal expenses and spending money
A minimum of two years of English language study.
Age: 14 to 17 years old. Students should not turn 18 while on the program.
Participants must show that they are mature enough to participate in the program that requires:
- Interest in learning about the culture
- Deep desire to integrate a different family and actively share their everyday life
- Enthusiasm for improving language communication skills
- Willingness to make new friends
- An open and flexible attitude
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, students should bring pocket money for personal expenses like movie tickets, dining out, or souvenirs.
Students are expected to be open-minded, flexible, and willing to adapt to the new culture, food, and routines. Maturity and tolerance are key.
They are also expected to help with household chores, respect family rules, and actively engage in family activities to foster meaningful relationships.
Being adaptable is crucial. Host family rules may vary from what you are used to, but it is essential to respect them for a successful cultural exchange.
Yes, but excessive use is discouraged. Students should prioritize family interaction and cultural experiences over screen time.
In both programs, students are assigned to a host family and attend a local high school. The main difference is the duration of the program and whether the student returns with class certifications. The Nacel Homestay programs are usually shorter (up to 12 weeks) and do not provide class certifications. It is a pure cultural immersion program.
Nacel takes student safety very seriously. Every family presents criminal and police records, IDs, and recommendation letters. Most of our families are recommended by local schools or other host families. In addition, we visit each household to make sure that the conditions and area are adequate to receive international students.
Yes! You can read the reviews that parents and students have written about Nacel on Google, GoOverseas, and GoAbroad.
We can also introduce you to former students who can tell you about their experience and answer additional questions you might have.
For Nacel, the match with the host family is key. We use a matching system where we pair students and host families based on goals, interests, and hobbies. We understand that cultural differences can affect the relationship, so first we try to mediate and reach a consensus. However, when needed, students are placed with another host family.
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