At Star Exchange, we understand the importance of finding the right host family for a successful and enjoyable experience. Our carefully selected families not only provide a safe and welcoming environment but also offer participants the chance to fully immerse themselves in a new culture and way of life. We take the safety and security of our participants seriously and all of our host families undergo a rigorous screening process, including family visits, host-family evaluations, criminal background checks, and character reference checks.

Star Exchange host families :

Mainly live in Beijing, Shanghai or other big cities

Highly educated, eager to share their cultural heritage

Welcome the au pair as an esteemed member of their family

Include the au pair in various family activities, meals, outings.

Provide a comfortable, private room exclusively for the au pair.

Ensure regular meals/food are provided for the au pair.

Have at least one family member who can communicate in English.

Offer a monthly pocket money to the au pair.

Cover the expenses for the au pair’s Mandarin classes.

Bear the costs of the au pair’s visa application and renewal fees.

Provide financial assistance for the au pair’s flights of the program.

Arrange and cover the costs of insurance for the au pair.

Facilitate and cover the expenses of an orientation for the au pair upon their arrival in China.

Ensure that the au pair does not exceed 25 working hours per week

Mandate  1.5-2 days off per week for the au pair and provide additional paid holidays based on the length of their stay (e.g., 7 days for a 6-month stay).

Guarantee that the au pair will not be assigned heavy housework or tasks unrelated to the host family’s children