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Parents we understand that now’s a strange time as your kids head off to uni. – It can feel quite chaotic. But to support you. Here’s our top five things that parents should be thinking about before UCAS Results day – Just so you can find that transition a little easier.
This year, results day falls on Thursday 18th August. This is when you’ll know for certain where they’ll be studying and living at for the next three or so years. If you want some information about results day, then check out our guide.
Once they’ve confirmed their place at university, the next step is enrolment. The university will send an email around three weeks before the start date of the course. Enrolment will normally take place over a specific period, so make sure they don’t miss it. It will take approximately 15 minutes.
After enrolling, the university will provide the student ID card. This will generally need to be collected. Access to university facilities is then granted and the student loan can go through. It’s important that the university course details, and tuition fee are correct on the entitlement letter.
Starting university can be daunting, which is why university halls like Host are a great choice. We provide supportive communities to make the transition easier and ensure safe and secure living. If you don’t know where your kids will be staying, then check out our amazing locations across the UK. Host prioritise the well-being of their residence and provide all inclusive rent so there’s more time to enjoy university life.
We have an excellent blog that will talk you through all the steps of securing your accommodation.
Before you head off for the first time, it’s a good idea to research the location where they’ll be staying. The more aware they aware about their area, the smoother their experience will be. When helping move in, knowing where to park will make everyone’s life easier too!
Your accommodation may also provide virtual tours of the building. This will let everyone get familiar with where they’re staying before you arrive. Host offer 360 virtual tours so you can sit back and relax.
Ensuring your kids are safe is going to be at the top of the list. Staying in student accommodation is a good first step for this. At Host, we are proud to say we’re National Code Assured Accommodation. This certifies that we care deeply about providing a safe and secure place for our tenants.
Feeling safe and secure is part and parcel of making student accommodation feel like a home, somewhere students can come back to and just relax and feel safe. That’s why all our locations have security and caretaker cover and assisted CCTV in place. We install secure key card or key fob access to the property with almost all our properties using these to access the flats and bedroom spaces.
Top Tip: If you dial #06# you can find the mobile’s unique mobile registration (IMEI) number. When police recover stolen property, this is the first thing they’ll check. Get your child to register their mobiles IMEI and the serial numbers of any electronic equipment on Immobilise. This is a free UK property register, supported by police forces and used by them, insurers and the second-hand trade. If anything ever gets stolen, then register this on the immobilise website.
A student bank account is a great way to provide your kids with a little financial security. They will also be able to get a decent freebie such a free railcard, cash, vouchers, and that all important interest-free overdraft. Take a look at our latest blog all about student bank accounts.
To become more ‘environmentally friendly’, Host is launching the #HostEnvironmentalPledge campaign to encourage responsible behaviour and drive sustainability across our sites throughout the UK and Ireland.
It’s a simple campaign! For every percent we reduce our overall utilities (electric, water and gas) consumption by we donate to one of our nominated charities.
Show me all newsWhen it comes to choosing student accommodation in the UK, most people focus on price, amenities, or whether it's en-suite or shared. While these are important factors, one element that can make or break your student life is location and commute time. It's more than just a pin on a map - it's about how your daily life will feel.
It might feel like you’ve got plenty of time before uni starts, but trust us - when it comes to student accommodation, early birds aren’t just getting the worm. They’re getting the best rooms, the best deals, and peace of mind long before the chaos of results day kicks in.Each year, thousands of students scramble to find the perfect place to live - and by the time they get around to it, the most popular rooms are already long gone. So if you’re heading to university this year, here’s why getting your accommodation sorted early might just be the smartest move you’ll make.
