LIVING IN PERTH
HOMESTAY
Homestay accommodation provides students with a secure, family environment through a Host Family. Students under the age of 18 at WA Government education institutions are required to use the homestay services provided by the Australian Homestay Network (AHN). Homestay accommodation is located on convenient bus routes with travel time around 20-30 minutes from Canning College. Host families provide meals, access to the internet and a place to study, and assist with everyday needs such as laundry and cleaning. Students are encouraged to join the family in their routine where appropriate (for example, at mealtimes) to improve English skills.
UNILODGE CURTIN
Comfortable on-campus accommodation at Vickery House is available to students over the age of 18. UniLodge at Curtin University – Vickery House offers various single-storey six and eight bedroom fully furnished units. Each unit has a communal kitchen, two bathrooms, lounge area and dining table. Each bedroom has a single bed, wardrobe and study desk. The units are walking distance to classrooms, the library, shops, and transport. When it’s time to unwind, students can visit the music room, enjoy pool or table tennis, and relax in the common lounge area.
ST CATHERINE'S CURTIN
New in 2022, St Catherine’s is located at Curtin University. It is just a short walk from Canning College and is available to students 18 years and over. St Catherine’s offers standard and premium single and studio rooms with many extras. Fees include Wi-Fi, health and wellbeing service, social events and three meals each day in the College Dining Hall. Rooms are professionally cleaned each week. Bathroom, laundry and kitchenette facilities are provided. Student’s room choice will determine whether the bathroom and kitchen facilities are shared or private.
OTHER OPTIONS
RENTAL PROPERTIES
Students over 18 years of age seeking independent living arrangements can rent accommodation. Most students choose to share with others. The Accommodation Officer can provide help with rental properties, of which there are many within walking distance of the College.
STAYING WITH RELATIVES
If you have a willing family member close to Canning College, you can also stay with them. This must be a direct relative over the age of 21. If you’d like to stay with a family member, the arrangement must be approved by the Department of Home Affairs.