- EQI study tours combine an exciting range of educational,
tourism and cultural exchange activities
for school groups visiting Queensland.
Our fully-supervised itineraries
are designed for primary and secondary school students
aged from 10 to 18 years
and include the opportunity to live with a host family
for an authentic taste of Australia's world-famous lifestyle.
Students are provided with a caring and supportive home environment
so they can focus on their tour activities
and enjoy being part of a community.
Homestay hosts support students to settle into the family routine,
provide help and explain anything they don't understand.
Many students say their homestay
was one of their favourite experiences in Queensland
and an opportunity to build lifelong friendships
and stay connected after going home.
With almost half of its population born overseas,
Australia is a harmonious society
that unites a multitude of cultures, experiences, beliefs and traditions.
EQI's homestay hosts come from many different backgrounds
and are often members of the school community
who have children at an EQI host school.
The style of homes in Australia can vary,
but all our accredited schools are trained by EQI
to ensure students enjoy a safe, friendly and caring home environment.
Getting the best possible homestay match is important to us,
so study tour students are asked to provide details
about their personal preferences,
including dietary, health and spiritual needs, and their favourite hobbies.
Australian families usually eat their meals
in the kitchen, dining room or lounge room.
And having a barbecue or picnic outside is very popular.
Everybody helps to prepare the food and to set and clear the table.
Mealtimes, especially dinner, are perfect opportunities
for students to practice their English by talking about their day.
The host family will take students safely to and from school.
Depending on their location, this could be walking,
driving or catching public transport.
During their stay, students have access to multilingual support
and 24-hour emergency assistance.
Student care is our highest priority
and the school's homestay coordinator is there to provide guidance
and to ensure a safe and enjoyable homestay experience.
Come and experience Queensland's famous hospitality
as part of our EQI study tour program.