{"id":4223,"date":"2022-08-10T12:04:14","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T12:04:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/host-students.com\/uncategorized\/parents-guide-to-kids-going-to-uni\/"},"modified":"2025-10-15T12:22:39","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T12:22:39","slug":"parents-guide-to-kids-going-to-uni","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/host-students.com\/information\/parents\/parents-guide-to-kids-going-to-uni\/","title":{"rendered":"A parents guide to kids going to university"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Parents we understand that now&#8217;s a strange time as your kids head off to uni. &#8211; It can feel quite chaotic. But to support you. Here&#8217;s our top five things that parents should be thinking about before UCAS Results day &#8211; Just so you can find that transition a little easier.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24710 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Enrolment.png\" alt=\"What happens after Results day?\" width=\"965\" height=\"368\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>What happens after Results day?<\/h3>\n<p>This year, results day falls on Thursday 18<sup>th<\/sup> August. This is when you\u2019ll know for certain where they\u2019ll be studying and living at for the next three or so years. \u00a0If you want some information about results day, then check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/a-level-results-day-2022-what-will-the-day-be-like\/\">guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Once they\u2019ve 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\u2019t miss it. It will take approximately 15 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>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\u2019s important that the university course details, and tuition fee are correct on the entitlement letter.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24611\" src=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2-8-2.jpg\" alt=\"accommodation\" width=\"900\" height=\"368\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Finding Accommodation.<\/h3>\n<p>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\u2019t know where your kids will be staying, then check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/locations\/\">amazing locations<\/a> across the UK. Host prioritise the well-being of their residence and provide all inclusive rent so there\u2019s more time to enjoy university life.<\/p>\n<p>We have an excellent blog that will talk you through all the steps of <a href=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/how-to-secure-your-student-accommodation-in-4-easy-steps\/\">securing your accommodation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24612\" src=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-7-2.jpg\" alt=\"location picture\" width=\"900\" height=\"368\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Location. Location. Location.<\/h3>\n<p>Before you head off for the first time, it\u2019s a good idea to research the location where they\u2019ll 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\u2019s life easier too!<\/p>\n<p>Your accommodation may also provide virtual tours of the building. This will let everyone get familiar with where they\u2019re staying before you arrive. Host offer <a href=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/student-accommodation-virtual-tours\/\">360 virtual tours<\/a> so you can sit back and relax.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24711\" src=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Safety-Preparing-for-your-child-going-to-university.png\" alt=\"Safety - Preparing for your child going to university\" width=\"965\" height=\"368\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Safe and Secure.<\/h3>\n<p>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\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalcode.org\/\">National Code Assured Accommodation<\/a>. This certifies that we care deeply about providing a safe and secure place for our tenants.<\/p>\n<p>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\u2019s 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. \u2063<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Top Tip:<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0If you dial #06# you can find the mobile\u2019s unique mobile registration (IMEI) number. When police recover stolen property, this is the first thing they\u2019ll check. Get your child to register their mobiles IMEI and the serial numbers of any electronic equipment on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.immobilise.com\/\">Immobilise<\/a>. 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.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24615\" src=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Untitled-design-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"smiling picture\" width=\"900\" height=\"368\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>What about a student bank account?<\/h3>\n<p>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 <a href=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/best-student-bank-account\/\">student bank accounts<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kids heading to university this September? 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