In line with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requirements, all students under 18 must have appropriate guardianship arrangements in place during their studies. Lumis Education, as a guardianship organisation, arranges a nominated guardian for each student with the approval of the child’s parent or legal guardian and the school.

At Lumis Education, our guardianship service is built around one core principle:
Care and Growth Companionship. We support students not only in their daily wellbeing, but also in their personal development throughout their UK journey.

Care and Growth Companionship guardianship service diagram

Our Service Includes

A. Communication & Administration

  • Acting as the main contact between parents, school, and student
  • Providing regular updates and progress reports
  • Support with school communications and documentation

B. Welfare & Pastoral Care

  • Practical support services (e.g. assisting with bank account setup, SIM cards, and essential purchases)
  • Emergency contact and incident support
  • Guidance on boarding life adjustment and cultural integration
  • Regular wellbeing check-ins and school visits
  • Emotional support and guidance

C. Accommodation & Transport

  • Carefully selecting and arranging suitable homestay placements
  • Coordinating travel plans and transport arrangements

D. Academic & Personal Development

  • Monitoring academic progress and working with families to create personalised support plans
  • Attending parents’ meetings on behalf of families and providing feedback
  • Offering advice on subject choices and development opportunities
  • Providing support and advice on school transfers and university pathway planning

E. Safety & Medical Support

  • 24/7 emergency contact support
  • Safety awareness training and emergency guidance
  • Assistance with medical appointments and healthcare needs
  • Monitoring student health and responding promptly to any concerns or emergencies