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Professional educational guardianship that meets the highest standards of safeguarding, student welfare and compliance.
Short-Stay Guardianship
Accredited short-stay guardianship for international students attending summer schools, language courses and other educational programmes in the UK. Your child has welfare support, emergency assistance and a trusted UK-based point of contact from arrival to departure.
Guardianship for Short Educational Stays in the UK
Whether attending a summer school, language programme, revision course, university preparation programme or short educational placement, international students often require a trusted UK-based guardian during their stay. British Guardianship provides accredited guardianship support, ensuring students have access to welfare assistance, emergency support and local representation throughout their time in the UK.
Our experienced team works closely with students, families and education providers to ensure every student enjoys a safe, supported and positive experience from arrival to departure. See our Summer Junior Programme and Student Exchange Programme for the short programmes we place students on.
Who Is It For?
Our Short-Stay Guardianship service is designed for:
- International students attending UK summer schools
- Students enrolled on short-term language courses
- Students attending academic camps, revision courses or educational programmes
- Families requiring accredited guardianship support for a temporary stay in the UK
Short-Stay Guardianship Package
Our Short-Stay Guardianship Package provides international students with reliable UK-based support during short-term stays, giving parents and schools peace of mind while the student is in the UK. The package covers guardianship and pastoral support, a dedicated point of contact, emergency assistance, and liaison between the school and parents, with optional services added only where your child needs them.
Please note: homestay accommodation is not included in the standard Short-Stay Guardianship Package. Where accommodation is required, we can arrange a suitable homestay placement as an additional service, subject to availability and applicable fees.
Why Families Choose British Guardianship
Support Throughout the Stay
Our team is available before, during and after the student's programme, ensuring a smooth and well-supported experience.
Trusted Local Representation
A dedicated UK-based point of contact whenever assistance, guidance or emergency support is needed.
Personalised Care
Every student's circumstances are different, so our support is tailored to individual needs and programme requirements.
Reassurance for Families
Parents can feel confident knowing their child has trusted local support throughout their time in the UK.
Flexible Pricing
Only pay for what your child's stay requires. Homestay, transfers and other services are added individually, with no hidden costs.
Accredited and Trusted
British Guardianship is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding, student welfare and educational guardianship practice. We are AEGIS accredited and recognised through the BSA Certified Agent and Guardian Scheme, demonstrating our commitment to quality assurance, child protection and best practice in guardianship services for international students. We are also an Approved Agent Member of the British Boarding Schools' Network (BBSN).
These accreditations and professional affiliations give parents, students and education providers confidence that our guardianship services are independently assessed against recognised sector standards.
Compare Our Guardianship Packages
Our guardianship packages are built around your child's stage of education and length of stay, from short programmes to boarding school and university. Compare what each package includes, see the optional services available and choose the level of support that fits your family, with clear pricing and no hidden costs.
View Guardianship FeesEnquire About Short-Stay Guardianship
Whether your child is attending a summer school, language course or another short-term educational programme in the UK, our team is here to help. Contact us today to discuss the most suitable guardianship package for your child's stay.
