{"id":4668,"date":"2021-03-15T10:09:53","date_gmt":"2021-03-15T17:09:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/?page_id=4668"},"modified":"2026-09-24T10:44:11","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T17:44:11","slug":"hosting-a-student-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/hosts\/hosting-a-student-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Hosting a student – FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Frequently asked questions<\/h1>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]To help you navigate our frequently asked questions page, you can click on the question to expand the answer.<\/p>\n

Can\u2019t find an answer to your specific question? Please contact the Accommodation Coordinators at host.coordinator@wvschools.ca<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”What are the meal requirements?” css=””]Hosts are expected to provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day, along with reasonable snacks in accordance to the Canadian Food Guide<\/a> . Meals must also be provided on weekends, although mealtimes may be more flexible and should be discussed in advance between the host family and the student.<\/p>\n

The following examples are intended to illustrate typical meal arrangements rather than prescribe specific menus:<\/p>\n

Breakfast<\/strong>
\nA typical Canadian breakfast may include items such as cereal, toast, waffles, eggs, pancakes, fruit, milk, juice, or tea.<\/p>\n

Lunch<\/strong>
\nOn school days, hosts provide a packed lunch. This commonly includes a sandwich or similar item with meat or cheese, fruit, and a snack, along with a drink. Many students prefer to prepare their own lunches, and preferences should be discussed directly between the student and the host. Leftovers or simple prepared foods may occasionally be used when appropriate.<\/p>\n

Dinner<\/strong>
\nDinner generally consists of a main dish, at least one vegetable, and a starch such as rice, potatoes, or pasta. Meals should include a protein component every day. If a student will be returning home late, a prepared meal should be made available in advance.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What are the expectations for specific dietary requests and needs?” css=””]Special dietary requirements are not included as part of the standard hosted accommodation agreement. Students are responsible for purchasing specialty food items when required. In some cases, additional fees may be assessed by the Accommodation Coordinators to offset higher food costs related to special dietary needs. Details regarding dietary accommodation fees are available on the Exceptional Dietary Request Fee<\/a> page.\u00a0 Specific dietary requests must be listed on the student\u2019s application and will be communicated with their host at the time of placement.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How long does a student stay in West Vancouver?” css=””]The majority of students participate in the program for one or two academic semesters. One-semester placements typically run from September to the end of January or from February to the end of June. Students enrolled for a full academic year reside with their host from September to June. In some cases, students choose to return for an additional school year, and a small number remain for multiple years and complete graduation within the program.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the student selection process? Is English language mandatory?” css=””]Students are recruited by West Vancouver Schools International Program staff and authorized agents. As part of the admission process, students:<\/p>\n