All students are strongly advised to stay in homestay accommodation and for students under the age of 18 years it is compulsory to do so. CIC can organise homestay accommodation for you. Our host families are carefully chosen for their desire to host overseas students and the quality of their rooms. Staying with a “kiwi” family enables you to experience the New Zealand way of life and practice speaking English. Full laundry facilities and three meals a day are provided. You have your own room, study desk and table lamp.
Homestay
All homestay accommodation arranged by Christchurch International College has been assessed by CIC and meets the requirements under the Code of Practice for Pastoral Care for International Students. The cost of a homestay is approximately $190-$220 per week, including three meals per day, seven days a week.
Flatting /Boarding
To rent a house costs $220-$320 per week depending on the number of bedrooms or share a house with others at $80-$130 per week. Moving into a flat involves other expenses besides the rent, e.g. bond (weekly rent ×2), agent’s fee (rent ×1), electricity bond ($200), telephone connection charge.
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