Quarantine in Homestays

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If you are travelling to the UK to study in a boarding school from September, it is likely that you will need to quarantine for 14 days on arrival. Many schools are offering quarantine facilities on-site from mid-August, but if your school is not offering this, or if you are planning to arrive earlier or later, you may face problems. This is where UKG steps in. Can I quarantine in a homestay? Many of our welcoming families have kindly offered to host students during their quarantine period. Our families are located all around the UK and offer students a ‘home…

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Covid-19 Guardianship UK

With the current Covid-19 situation, we are sure that parents are anxious about sending their children abroad to go to school. It is therefore very important that parents appoint someone such as an AEGIS accredited guardianship organisation to look after their children while they are in the UK. UKG are a team of experienced and caring professionals dedicated to looking after international students all around the UK. We put students’ needs first and ensure they are safe and happy in the UK, while reaching their full academic potential. Guardianship packages and prices We offer a wide range of packages to…

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Guardianship for European students at boarding schools in the UK

Educational guardianship students

As a European student studying at a boarding school in the UK, the distance from your home country is not a huge problem; you can travel home and see your family as much as you want, especially during the holidays. When searching for packages with guardianship organisations, you may be put off to find unnecessary services included, such as homestay accommodation, taxi transfers and management of a student fund. For this reason, UKG has created a Basic Guardianship Package especially for European students.   What is included in the European Guardianship Package? Included in our Basic Package: 24/7 emergency care…

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UKG’s Acronyms and Accreditations:
AEGIS, UCAS, OISC, UKiset and G5 Universities

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You might see AEGIS, UKiset, UCAS and OISC on our website or brochures and be confused by what they mean. As a guardianship organisation and education consultant, UKG works with other professional organisations specialised in international students’ welfare. Below we will explain the main purpose of these organisations.   AEGIS The Association for the Education and Guardianship of International Students. AEGIS was created to ensure that international students who are under 18 and studying in the UK are being looked after properly. The main purpose of AEGIS is to check that guardianship organisations respect the Code of Practice and current…

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Which student guardianship package is best for me?

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Choosing to study abroad is a life changing decision and each detail should be considered carefully. The choice of boarding school/university is top priority; however, everyday life is just as important as school life and we believe that students need the best support during their amazing adventure. UKG offers different packages to suit all students’ needs and budgets. We also offer tailor-made packages so if you feel as though you don’t fit exactly into one of the categories below, please contact us and we will create the perfect guardianship package for you.   WeCare Guardianship WeCare is our most popular…

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How to make British friends

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Making new friends is never easy, especially when you do not share the same language and the same culture. But do not worry, making British friends is not as difficult as you think. I am Chloe from France and I have recently moved to the UK to work at UKGuardianship. Before I arrived, I was worried about making new friends so I wrote a list of ways that I am going to try to make British friends and I would like to share it with you. If you have recently moved to the UK for work, school or university, I…

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Can international students apply to universities in the UK if they are under 18?

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The simple answer is yes, students under the age of 18 can apply to most universities in the UK providing they have the correct qualifications. However, if accepted onto a university course, there are a few restrictions to keep in mind:   Am I classed as an adult if I’m under 18? In the UK, anyone aged 18 or over is classed as an adult. Therefore, if you are under the age of 18 you will be seen as a minor, even if you are living in the UK alone and attending university.   Will I be treated differently at…

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University Guardian in the UK

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If you are applying to study at a university in the UK but you will be under the age of 18 when you start, most universities will require you to have an appointed guardian based in the UK.   Why do I need a guardian? Although you may already feel like an adult, especially if you are applying to universities in another country, you are still classed as a ‘child’ under British law. Therefore, most universities ask for the details of an appointed guardian who will be responsible for the student and that they can contact in case of emergencies….

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How to adapt to boarding school or university life in the UK

Educational guardianship students

Moving to a new country to study can be a very difficult experience. Having been through this myself, I know how hard it can be to adapt to a new life somewhere where you do not know anyone, don’t speak the language fluently and find some things about the new culture you’re trying to become a part of really odd. If you are struggling to settle into your new life in the UK, here are some useful tips I’ve learnt:   1. It’s okay not to be okay Don’t put too much pressure on yourself to be happy all the…

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Temporary Student Guardianship in the UK

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Students under the age of 18 who are studying in a school, college or university are legally required to have an appointed guardian in the UK if their families are living overseas. The appointed guardian can be a family member, a responsible friend, a guardianship organisation and in some cases the school can act as a guardian. Students usually have a long-term guardianship solution (termly or yearly) but there may be situations where a temporary guardian is needed.   Guardianship during school holidays and exeat weekends If the school has offered to act as a guardian for you/your child, you…

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