These host families are situated in Greater London Zone 4. The journey to Central London will vary between underground and surface trains as well as the bus service, and will usually take between 45 and 60 minutes. The host family homes are of the same quality as the standard category but are further away from the city centre.

These families are situated in a suburban location mainly in Zone 3, usually within walking distance of a tube stop. Options are bed & breakfast or half board (breakfast and an evening meal). The student has the use of the house and facilities as a family member with their own room with a desk and chair for study.

These homes offer facilities of a higher calibre in zone 2. Locations are closer to the city centre and offer the same meal options as standard homes.

These homes are situated close to the city centre in Zone 1 and 2, within easy access of the school. Many have en suite bathrooms, some have a private lounge and even a kitchen. Bathroom facilities are sometimes shared with one other student. Again these homes offer the same meal options as standard homes.