A demi-pair stay is an au pair stay combined with language courses

Au pair / Demi-pair

Why choose this
option?

Languages & Travel offers au pair stays combined with language courses in several destinations, this is what is called demi pair : in Dublin in Ireland, in Toronto in Canada, in Valencia in Spain, on the Gold Coast in Australia.

Advantages of au pair programs + language courses = half-pair

Cultural immersion: Living with a local family allows for total immersion in the culture of the host country.
Improving language skills: Language courses combined with daily practice help to rapidly improve language skills, unlike an au pair stay without courses where progress is significantly slower
Work experience: Working as an au pair provides valuable experience in childcare and family support.
Independence and personal development: Living abroad and adapting to a new culture promotes independence and personal development.
Guaranteed activity and opportunities to meet other young people: thanks to language classes, you'll meet other young people at the language school and won't have time to get bored. The demi-pair programs combine 10 to 20 hours of language classes per week with an average of 20 hours of work (childcare and light housework).

These programs offer a unique opportunity to combine work, studies and travel, while enjoying an enriching experience abroad.

Suggested destinations

Dublin (Ireland)

Location: Dublin , Ireland
Language: English
Program: The demi-pair program combines work with a host family and English lessons. Participants work part-time, usually caring for children and helping with household chores. In exchange, they receive room and board.
Courses: Participants take English courses to improve their language skills.
Advantages: Cultural immersion, improved English, experience living with an Irish family.

Toronto (Canada)

Location: Toronto , Canada
Language: English
Program: This program is similar to the one in Dublin, with a combination of part-time au pair work and English classes.
Courses: Participants take English courses at a recognized language school.
Advantages: North American living experience, improved English, Canadian cultural immersion.

Valencia (Spain)

Location: Valencia , Spain
Language: Spanish
Program: Participants work part-time as au pairs and take Spanish classes.
Courses: Spanish courses adapted for all levels, often in local language schools.
Advantages: Learning Spanish, immersion in Spanish culture, living in a dynamic and historic city.

Australia

Location: Gold Coast , Brisbane primarily
Language: English
Program: Participants work part-time as au pairs and take English classes.
Courses: English courses in recognized language schools.
Advantages: Living in Australia, improving English, immersion in a diverse and dynamic culture.

Read our guide “Becoming an au pair”.