Summer Break Abroad with a Host Family
by Oui-Connect
Program Overview
At Oui-Connect, we specialize in short-term homestay immersion programs that offer American teenagers the opportunity to experience life in Spain and France. Designed for participants aged 13 to 17, our programs run from June to August and last between two to four weeks. During this time, students live with volunteer host families, fully immersing themselves in the culture and language for a truly...
At Oui-Connect, we specialize in short-term homestay immersion programs that offer American teenagers the opportunity to experience life in Spain and France. Designed for participants aged 13 to 17, our programs run from June to August and last between two to four weeks. During this time, students live with volunteer host families, fully immersing themselves in the culture and language for a truly transformative experience.
Through 100% immersion, participants not only enhance their language skills but also build meaningful connections and gain a deeper understanding of daily life abroad. From the moment you register to the end of the program, our team is dedicated to providing personalized support and ensuring a seamless, enriching journey for both students and their families.
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- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- American
Updated Dec 1, 2025
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Locations
- Toulouse, France
- Berlin, Germany
- Rome, Italy
- Barcelona, Spain
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- This Program is also open to Solo
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Written Application
Age Requirement
14-17
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
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Brittany Hall
Participated in 2018
AlumniBrittany Hall was a high school student from Orange County, California when she participated in a host family program in the South of France in 2018. ...
I love the French culture and the language, but I was having a hard time speaking it even after taking French class in school. I could read it fairly well, but actually hearing someone speak it to me—and then responding—was still something I found really difficult.
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