BRIGHTON GIRLS
Welcome to Brighton Girls
What is a Brighton Girls Homestay?
Our Homestay Programme is for international girls above the age of 16 wishing to study A Levels at Brighton Girls, one of the founding schools in the Girls Day School Trust
A Brighton Girls Homestay offers an affordable alternative to a UK boarding school, in one of the UK’s most exciting cities.
With our Homestay Programme students live with a host family in Brighton, allowing them to access a traditional British education while immersing themselves in family life. A Homestay is a brilliant way to achieve top academic results while developing confidence, acquiring language skills and gaining independence.
“At Brighton Girls, innovative teaching, reimagined classroom spaces and a keen sense of social responsibility, make this a place where girls can truly learn without limits ”
Rosie McColl MA (Oxon), MPhil Head of Brighton Girls
London by the sea...
Brighton Girls is less than an hour to Central London by train
Why choose a Brighton Girls Homestay?
Why choose a Brighton Girls Home Stay?
Affordability. A Homestay costs on average 30% less than a UK boarding school. Brighton Girls has been delivering outstanding education for 150 years. We are proud of our place in the history of girls' education and, since our foundation, have been committed to reaching as many girls as possible. Our Homestay programme allows students to experience a UK education in a leading independent girls’ school at an affordable price.
Accelerated Language Learning. Staying with a host family and living alongside native English speakers boosts fluency and competency in English. Through cultural immersion and immediate feedback, homestay students develop their language skills quickly, boosting their fluency and ultimately improving their academic outcomes.
Confidence and independence. All GDST schools are renowned for developing confident individuals and Brighton Girls is no exception. The combination of the school environment, the independence gained from living with a host family and travelling to and from school makes for unparalleled preparation for university and beyond
A GDST Homestay costs, on average, 30% less than a UK boarding school.
“Pupils are taught to celebrate difference ” ISI 2024 Report
Why Brighton?
One of the UK's most exciting cities!
Brighton, known as “Silicon Valley by the Sea,” is the UK’s start-up capital, brimming with innovation and opportunity. Just 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport and within an hour of Heathrow, Brighton is the ideal destination for international students looking for a traditional British education with a twist.
Located in the heart of this dynamic city, Brighton Girls offers students unparalleled access to local businesses and industry insights through our established links and extensive alumnae network
Living with a host family in Brighton not only enhances the learning experience but also provides a gateway to life beyond school. Our city is home to global organisations like American Express and EDF Energy, as well as the Brighton & Hove Albion football club, which proudly runs a girls-only football programme at our school
With two renowned universities and the Royal Sussex Hospital nearby, Brighton Girls students can tap into a network of academic and professional opportunities. Plus, just an hour by train from London, students can easily explore the rich cultural scene of the capital, with its world-class theatres, art galleries and heritage sites
Benefits of Homestays for Second Language Acquisition
When it comes to achieving fluency in a second language, a Homestay has many advantages:
Immersion in the Language Environment
Homestays provide a complete immersion experience, allowing learners to practise language in everyday contexts This exposure leads to more natural language acquisition and improved fluency.
Cultural Integration and Contextual Learning
Living with native speakers within a family setting offers insights into cultural nuances and social This contextual learning helps students understand idiomatic expressions and local customs.
Personalised Feedback and Support:
Homestay hosts will naturally provide immediate, informal feedback on language use, allowing learners to correct mistakes in real-time This personalised interaction boosts confidence and encourages risk-taking in language use.
Guardianships
Our international students stay with host families in Brighton, many of whom have close links with the school. All host families undergo a rigorous selection process and are subject to safeguarding checks.
We work with guardianship agencies that are accredited by the Association for the Education and Guardianship of International Pupils (AEGIS) or the Boarding Schools Association (BSA).
Immigration Support and Fees
Brighton Girls has a licence to sponsor the visas of children joining from overseas Any initial questions can be directed to our Admissions team: admissions@brightongirls.gdst.net
In addition to our local Admissions team, the Girls Day School Trust employs an Immigration Manager, located in our Head Office in London Victoria. Once you have accepted an offer to study with us, we encourage you to book a consultation to speak with our Immigration Manager, who will advise on next steps and oversee the sponsorship and visa application process where necessary.
Our Immigration Manager works alongside our Legal and Safeguarding teams. Together, they provide essential quality assurance for any family considering a Homestay at Brighton Girls or any GDST school in the UK.
Fees
Brighton Girls International Admissions Sixth Form Fees 2024/25
Registration Fee
Deposit
Advance first terms fees
Homestay and Guardianship (fees per annum to be collected by Guardianship company)
Fees are due and payable in full, both to Brighton Girls and the Guardianship company, before the commencement of the school term to which they relate and must have been received as cleared funds by that date. The fee bill will include an amount relating to the next term and may include charges arising from the previous term.