a chance to experience a different country's lifestyle and culture

an opportunity to learn English in an everyday environment

an opportunity to learn English to a required examination standard (Cambridge Entrants) at one of the many public or private teaching facilities throughout the UK

a chance to pick up life skills: caring, socialising, independence, adaptability.......

time to explore the local environment

For the family there are many benefits:

"an extra pair of hands"

helping to balance the competing needs of work and home

extending the social experience of the children