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Royal Turkish Schools is looking for warm, welcoming host families in Istanbul to host our international students. Earn a weekly payment, share your culture, and meet people from across the globe.
Become a host family →Our students come to Istanbul to learn Turkish or English — and the best way to learn a language is to live it. As a host family, you give them a real home, and in return you gain income, friendship, and a window into another culture.
Receive a competitive weekly payment for every student you host — a steady, flexible way to earn from a spare room.
Welcome curious, friendly students from dozens of countries. Many host families build friendships that last for years.
You offer a single room with breakfast, or half board. We agree everything in advance — no surprises.
You choose when you're available to host. Our team vets students and supports you throughout every stay.
Tell us a little about your home, your family, and the room you can offer. It takes a few minutes.
Our team meets you, sees the room, and gets to know your family so we can match you well.
We pair you with a suitable student and agree the dates, room and board, and your weekly payment.
Welcome your student, share daily life, and receive your weekly payment — with the school just a call away.
You don't need to be a teacher — just a welcoming home. We're looking for two kinds of families in Istanbul:
Royal Turkish Schools has welcomed students to Istanbul for over 15 years. Every placement comes with a clear written agreement, vetted students, and a dedicated team you can reach throughout the stay. You stay in control — you decide when you're available to host.
Fill in the form and our team will be in touch. It only takes a few minutes.
Host families receive a competitive weekly payment for each student, with meals included in the arrangement. The amount depends on the room and board option (single room + breakfast, or half board). We share the current rates with you during your application.
It varies — from a couple of weeks to several months. You tell us your availability and we match accordingly.
No. Turkish-learning students want to hear Turkish at home, and our English students benefit from English-speaking hosts. A warm, patient home matters most.
Yes. Students are vetted, there's a written agreement, and our team supports you throughout. You're always in control of when you host.
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