Nigeria

Sending your child overseas to study is one of the biggest decisions any parent can make. You want them to receive an excellent education, but equally important is knowing that someone genuinely cares about their wellbeing when you cannot be there yourself.

When my son travelled from Nigeria to begin his studies at ONCAMPUS Coventry, he was just 17 years old and needed a guardian in the United Kingdom.

I contacted Tim Hunt, Managing Director of World Student Advisors, to discuss the situation. Without hesitation, Tim offered to act as his guardian.

For me, that gesture meant a great deal. It was reassuring to know that my son had someone experienced, trustworthy and caring whom he could turn to while adjusting to life and education in a new country.

What began as a professional relationship gradually developed into something much more meaningful. Tim became a trusted friend of our family, and we remained in contact throughout my son's educational journey.

One of my happiest memories was visiting Tim at his home with my family for lunch on a Saturday in August 2021. It reflected how a professional relationship had grown into a lasting friendship.

Looking back, I realise that the greatest value of World Student Advisors is not simply helping young people gain admission to British institutions. It is the personal relationships, genuine care and commitment to students and their families.

My son gained an education, but our family also gained a lifelong friend.

I would gladly recommend World Student Advisors to Nigerian parents seeking someone who understands that sending a child abroad is about much more than obtaining a university place.