Accommodation at The Abbey College
Various types of accommodation are available, to suit different requirements.
The vast majority of students choose to stay on-campus in one of our residential houses, divided by age and sex.
Host families, superior and self-contained rooms are also available for an extra charge, althought superior and self-contained rooms are over 21's only.
Adults over 21 are guaranteed single rooms when available. Younger students are placed in shared bedrooms.
These are normally in 4 bedded rooms, with some in 6-8 bedded rooms. Bunk beds are provided for these students.
The standard of the accommodation is clean and comfortable but fairly basic, since students spend very little time in their rooms due to the full programme we provide.
Students normally share rooms with students of a different nationality to produce an international mix.
A weekly laundry service is provided. Clean bedding is provided weekly and communal areas are cleaned daily.
On-Campus Student Welfare
As hosts to a fully residential international community the issue of welfare is extremely important to us.
Our specialist Student Services department is run by full-time experienced staff who are responsible for every aspect of student health and well-being, as well as accommodation and transport.
Staff are aware that they are dealing with young people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. Regular meetings ensure all staff are kept up-to-date on issues involving students.
The college also employs a school nurse/matron to deal with health matters, and students may visit local doctors when necessary.
The college welcomes students from all religions. Special arrangements can be made for the observance of any religion, respecting the wishes of parents.
All students are given a campus tour at the start of the course to familiarise them with their surroundings.
All under 18's are individually checked into their bedrooms at night and woken up for breakfast in the morning.
There is always at least one member of staff in residence in every house containing under 18's.
On-Campus Meals
Three meals per day are provided daily on-campus during the week, for all students, and are included in the fees.
Brunch may be offered as an alternative to breakfast and lunch at weekends. The college operates a smartcard system, allowing students to purchase extra items if required.
Students going on full-day excursions do need to purchase their own lunch, since meals are not provided off-campus.
Care is taken to provide not only a balanced diet but also meals that suit international tastes in general.
Vegetarian and other special diets, including religious dietary requirements, are catered for upon request and a choice is always available.
We also have a 'tuck shop' on campus, which serves additional hot and cold snacks and drinks every day.
