Trusted guardianship since 2013

Providing dedicated care, support, and supervision for international students attending UK boarding schools and universities.

What is Educational Guardianship?

Educational guardianship in the UK provides essential support for international students under 18. A guardian acts as the vital link between the child, their parents, and the school or university — ensuring the student's well-being, safety, and academic progress throughout their time in the UK.

An educational guardian involves the delegation of parental responsibility, usually for short periods of time. This is distinct from legal guardianship appointed by courts.
Student guardianship
Why Guardianship Matters

Essential for international students in the UK

Immigration Requirements

  • New UK immigration rules (HC 733, effective May 2025) require appropriate care arrangements
  • Mandatory for all Child Student visa holders
  • Ensures compliance with Home Office regulations

School Requirements

  • Most UK boarding schools require a UK-based guardian
  • Guardian must be within two hours' travel distance
  • Universities also require guardians for students under 18

Emergency Support

  • 24/7 availability for medical emergencies
  • School disciplinary issues and travel disruptions
  • Personal crises handled with care and urgency

Practical Care

  • Holiday and exeat accommodation arrangements
  • Travel arrangements and airport transfers
  • Cultural and academic support with regular parent communication
Guardian Responsibilities

Comprehensive care for your child

Official Representation

  • Attend parent-teacher meetings
  • Sign permission forms for school activities
  • Provide school selection consultancy

Accommodation

  • Arrange homestays during exeats and holidays
  • Provide private safe bedrooms meeting safeguarding standards
  • Emergency accommodation when needed

Emotional & Academic Support

  • Monitor well-being through regular contact
  • Assist with cultural adjustment
  • Support academic concerns and crisis situations

Emergency Support (24/7)

  • Medical emergencies response
  • School disciplinary issue management
  • Travel disruption assistance
  • Personal crisis support

Practical Assistance

  • Airport and school transportation
  • Pocket money management
  • Medical appointment accompaniment
  • Essential shopping and holiday activities

Cultural Integration

  • Encourage participation in social events
  • Provide guidance on UK customs
  • Support friendship formation and community engagement
Our Packages

Choose the right level of care

Basic

Essential guardianship support

From £1,500 /year
24/7 emergency phone support
WhatsApp contact line
Airport transfers arrangement
Emergency host family placement
Holiday accommodation arrangement
Not available for under 13s
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Standard

Enhanced care and oversight

From £2,200 /year
Everything in Basic, plus:
Initial school visit
Report translation service
Regular school liaison
Progress monitoring
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Premium

Complete peace of mind

From £3,500 /year
Everything in Standard, plus:
Termly school visits
Medical & optical appointments
Parent evening attendance (1x annually)
Recommended for under-14s
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University (U18)

Support for young university students

From £1,200 /year
24/7 emergency support
WhatsApp contact line
Airport transfers
Emergency host family access
Holiday accommodation
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Additional services available at £50 each. Host family, appointment, and transfer costs apply separately.

Why Choose Maryadi

Experienced, caring, and professional

Maryadi guardianship team

Since 2013

Over a decade of experience providing guardianship with qualified education professionals.

Multilingual

Support in Russian, English, and Spanish for clear communication with families worldwide.

Vetted Host Families

All families carefully selected, trained, and regularly inspected to meet highest safeguarding standards.

Comprehensive Care

End-to-end support from initial school placement through graduation and beyond.

Long-term Relationships

We build lasting bonds, supporting students from their first school through to university.

Personalised Approach

Every child is unique — we adapt our care to individual needs, personalities, and cultural backgrounds.

Our Commitment

Professional Standards

Every aspect of our guardianship service is built on trust, safety, and accountability.

DBS Checked Staff

Enhanced DBS (criminal record) checks for all staff members

Reference Verification

Comprehensive background and reference checks for all personnel

Home Inspections

Regular inspections of host family homes to ensure quality standards

Safeguarding Training

Ongoing professional training in child safeguarding practices

Safe Transport

Own transport service with fully DBS-checked drivers

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Secure your child's care in the UK

Get in touch to discuss your child's guardianship needs and find the right package for your family.

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