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Wishing everyone a lovely Bank Holiday Monday 🌼 We hope you’re enjoying some well-deserved rest and time with family and friends.💙 #TheGuardianFamily #StudentSupport

Siobhan has been out on the road visiting new homestay families in Littlehampton and Havant. Both families are fully committed to the important role of providing a homely environment for our students, having successfully completed GNet’s thorough application vetting process. 💙

School Spotlight: @sandroyd_school 📚 Set in 500 acres of countryside, Sandroyd offers a warm, nurturing environment where children grow in confidence, resilience and character. We’re proud to have a GNet student here, thriving. 💙 #TheGuardianFamily #Sandroyd

“It takes a village to raise a child”, the same applies to supporting international students. Never assume silence means all is well. Check in, listen, and empower students to have a voice. “I hear you, I see you, I believe you.” 💙 #TheGuardianFamily #StudentSupport

A great online conference on Friday, with some really valuable insights into supporting international students. We’ll be sharing a few key takeaways from the sessions over the coming days. 💙 #TheGuardianFamily #Support #Safeguarding #GuardianshipUK

A lovely start to a student’s UK journey. 💙 On Sunday, Linda collected one of our Japanese students from Sherborne International, spent the day exploring a museum, and introduced him to his homestay family before travelling on to Clayesmore, where he is starting Year 7. #GNET

Supporting students means understanding more than just school life. We stay informed on key updates to ensure every student feels safe, supported and confident in the UK. 💙

Our homestay families are truly incredible, and we can’t thank them enough. 💙 The care, time and support they give to our students makes such a difference, creating a real home-from-home for those studying far from their families. #GNET #Homestays

School Spotlight: @worthschool 🏫 Worth School offers an education rooted in both academic ambition and personal development, encouraging pupils to grow in confidence, self-awareness and a genuine love of learning. We’re proud to have 4 GNet students here, all thriving. 💙

British Idioms Series: Next up… “Break the ice” 🧊 This means to start a conversation and make people feel more comfortable, especially in a new or unfamiliar situation. Perfect for those first days at school, meeting new friends, or settling into a new environment. 💙

New Series: Did You Know?💡 Did you know that most UK boarding schools have a House system? Students are placed into houses where they live, socialise and take part in activities together. It creates a strong sense of community, support and friendly competition.

School Spotlight: @BromsSchool 🏫 Founded in 1553, Bromsgrove School combines a rich history with a forward-thinking approach to education. #TheGuardianFamily #BromsgroveSchool

New Series: British Idioms First up… “It’s raining cats and dogs” ☔ This simply means it’s raining very heavily - not actual animals, just classic British weather talk! A fun way to learn more about everyday language and feel even more at home in the UK. 💙 #GNET

How have you spent your Easter holidays? 🐣 Great to see one of our homestays out and about, making the most of the break with their student. Always the best memories are made getting outside and enjoying it together. 💙 #TheGuardianFamily #HomestayLife #EasterBreak

Happy Easter! 🌼🐣 Wishing all our students, families, and homestay hosts a wonderful Easter filled with rest, joy and time together. Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends or your homestay, we hope you enjoy the break and all the little moments that make it special.

Growth doesn’t happen by staying comfortable; it comes from trying something new, facing challenges, and learning along the way. At The Guardian Family Network, we’re proud to support our students as they step outside their comfort zones and build confidence. #TheGuardianFamily

A couple of lovely photos from one of our homestays in Stokesley, North Yorkshire, out on a walk with their student. Always great to spend time outdoors, especially when the views look like this. 💙 #TheGuardianFamily #HomestayLife #StudentSupport

School Spotlight: Rugby School 🏫 Rugby School’s philosophy of “The Whole Person, The Whole Point” reflects its commitment to developing well-rounded, confident individuals. We’re proud to have 3 GNet students at Rugby.💙 #TheGuardianFamily #UKBoardingSchools #StudentSupport

Wishing all our students a lovely Easter break! 🌼 We hope you enjoy some well-deserved rest, time with friends and family, and a chance to recharge before the new term begins. Enjoy the break and take care! 💙 #TheGuardianFamily #EasterBreak #StudentSupport

Easter with a homestay family 🐣 From local farms to Easter egg hunts, it’s a time for students to relax, explore and feel part of the family. 💙 #TheGuardianFamily #HomestayLife #EasterUK