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Your Guide
to Living in
Cambridge
with CSVPA
At CSVPA, we provide student accommodation for all
years of study allowing you to focus on the important
things; discovering Cambridge, making friends and
getting the most out of your studies. Located in
the heart of Cambridge, our halls of residence are
surrounded by a thriving arts and culture scene and with
the added benefit of living with like-minded creative
students, you will have an abundance of stimuli to inspire
your work and develop your creativity.
CAMBRIDGE
CITY CENTRE
Any student under the age of 18 at the start of their course at CSVPA must live in our halls of
residence at Varsity House. Here we have blocks dedicated to providing a safe, secure and carefully
monitored environment for our younger students.
We put a strong emphasis on pastoral care at CSVPA and all under-18 boarding is managed by our
highly trained team of professional house parents. Students from CSVPA staying at Varsity House
will have the benefit of living with fellow creative arts students from across different courses and
pathways, facilitating the forming of close friendships.
UNDER-18s ACCOMMODATION
The size, proportions and layout of each bedroom vary. The
bedroom photograph of Varsity House gives an example of what
a student room could look like when styled and decorated by the
student living there.
STANDARD ROOM IN VARSITY HOUSE
For our older students, we provide several options and we highly recommend you stay in our halls
of residence where you will benefit endlessly from the opportunity of being surrounded by other
creative art students, as well as the on-site dedicated welfare support.
We have a number of residences in central Cambridge ideally suited to our students aged over-18.
The dedicated over-18 accommodation at Varsity House and the smaller residence of Batim House
are all designed with your needs in mind. We aim to provide a safe and secure accommodation but
under more university style conditions, appropriate to our older students.
OVER-18s ACCOMMODATION
PREMIUM ROOM IN BATIM HOUSE
FACILITIES AND
ADDED EXTRAS
Across all our halls of residence we provide you the personal living space and everything you need to
make the space feel like your own. All of our accommodation provides you with a single occupancy
living space with ensuite private bathroom. Rooms are designed to give you ample storage space and
a canvas to personalise with those little reminders and touches from home.
ALL ROOMS ARE FURNISHED WITH:
COMFORTABLE SINGLE BED | DUVET AND PILLOWS | BEDSIDE CABINET |
DESK AND CHAIR | DESK LAMP | WARDROBE | PERSONAL SAFE | PIN BOARD | UNDER-BED STORAGE
ALL PREMIUM ROOMS
COME WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENITIES:
SET OF TOWELS AND BATHMAT | WELCOME BATHROOM AMENITIES | MINI FRIDGE | HAIR DRYER |
WIRELESS PHONE CHARGER | TRAVEL ADAPTOR | HANGING SHOE STORAGE | WOODEN HANGERS |
REUSEABLE WATER BOTTLE | LAUNDRY BASKET
Bed linen is provided for all our catered
students, so unless you are staying with
us on a self-catered basis all you will need
to bring with you is your own towel. Our
catered students also benefit from having
their rooms cleaned on a regular basis, as
well as fresh linen provided every week. If
you have opted for self-catering, your room
will be serviced once a month.
The residences all contain washing machines
for you to use free of charge, and washing
powder and detergent are also provided free.
Free WiFi is also provided throughout.
Most of our accommodation is organised
into clusters, where between 6 and 8 rooms
in a cluster share a common kitchen/dining
area where you can prepare food, socialise
with fellow students and generally relax.
The kitchens provide cooking and washing
up facilities, as well as fridges / freezers
and other food storage areas. Most of our
residences also have a central shared common
room for students to come together to relax,
socialise and forge lifelong friendships.
All our under-18 year olds must stay on our catered accommodation service, whereby breakfast,
lunch and dinner are all provided conveniently at both our campuses at Sturton Street and
Bridge House. Students over the age of 18 who have joined CSVPA on a self-catered basis
can also purchase meals at both campuses. Students can enjoy a hot breakfast and for both
lunch and dinner, they are presented with a variety of hot meal options, as well as a salad bar,
soup and dessert. We aim to provide a varied and interesting range of food to suit, as far as is
possible, our broad range of nationalities.
CATERING OR
SELF-CATERED BASIS?
Both campuses at Sturton Street and Bridge House offer a café where students can enjoy freshly
made sandwiches, hot and cold snacks, confectionary and a range of hot and cold drinks.
If you are over 18, then you have the choice of staying with us on a catered or self-catered basis.
The residences are monitored 24 hours
a day to maintain security, and a 24 hour
hotline service is available in the event of an
emergency.
Varsity House has its own medical centre
managed by the college. It is open from 08:00
to 16:30 and available for students of all ages
to visit, where access to a UK registered
Nurse is provided. For more serious medical
conditions the nurse will provide access to
local doctors or hospital services as required.
LIVING WITH LIKE-MINDED CREATIVE INDIVIDUALS CREATES
A DYNAMIC COMMUNITY, BRINGING OPPORTUNITIES,
GLOBAL CONTACTS AND LIFELONG FRIENDS.
CSVPA WAS SUCH A NEW ENVIRONMENT,
DIFFERENT CULTURES AND DIFFERENT
PEOPLE BUT I SETTLED IN STRAIGHT AWAY,
SOMEHOW I FELT LIKE I BELONGED.
BOREY TAUCH
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The Grafton Centre, one of three main
shopping areas in Cambridge, is only
a 5 minute walk away and is a perfect
destination for shopping, dining, grabbing a
coffee with friends or for catching a movie
at the 8 screen, all leather reclining seated
Vue Cinema.
Take a stroll along the beautiful River Cam
and relax with friends in one of Cambridge’s
stunning parks. You can be there within a 7
minute walk from your accommodation.
Cambridge train station is only a 15 minute
walk and with Central London just 45
minutes away by train, and London Stansted
Airport a 20 minute commute, our location
inspires many with endless opportunities on
your doorstep.
Varsity
House
20 mins 7 mins 6 mins 13 mins
TRAVEL TIME TO CSVPA BRIDGE HOUSE
Varsity House is only a 7 minute cycle ride to CSVPA Bridge House on Round Church Street
and the centre of Cambridge. For those students looking to take in the beautiful and
inspirational setting of Cambridge, you might decide to take the short one mile walk past the
stunning Midsummer Common, taking in the sights of Jesus College. For students studying at
our Sturton Street campus there’s no excuse to be late for class, with the studios located just 1
minute from the halls of residence.
LOCATION
The welfare of our students is our number one priority and we want to make sure you have
everything you need to make Cambridge your second home. At Varsity House we offer both a
fully supervised halls of residence for our younger students alongside our external blocks where
students aged over-18 are able to enjoy the experience of independent student living, knowing
that there is help on hand 24/7 from the house parent team onsite if they need them. It is a great
transition for living on your own away from home where you can enjoy your student experience in a
safe, relaxing and friendly environment.
FACILITIES
Providing a comprehensive support network including a team of highly experienced live-in house
parents, fully staffed reception, and an onsite medical centre with access to a UK registered Nurse,
our students thrive living in this family-orientated residence that’s located within easy reach of
CSVPA.
Each student room has a bed, wardrobe, desk and plenty of under-bed storage and draws. Our rooms
are en-suite with private bathroom facilities. Free WiFi is available for students. Each hall has its own
communal kitchen and lounge/dining area where students can make snacks. The courtyard offers
seating and two outdoor table tennis tables, and the common room has a pool table.
PREMIUM ROOM
STANDARD ROOM
PREMIUM ROOM
BEDROOM
UTILITIES
OTHER
SINGLE BED BEDSIDE CABINET DESK WITH DRAWERS DESK CHAIR WARDROBE
UNDER-BED STORAGE &
DRAWS
DESK LAMP PERSONAL SAFE PIN BOARD PERSONAL HEATING
SYSTEM
UTILITY BILLS, WATER,
GAS AND ELECTRICITY
INCLUDED
FREE WIFI – UP TO
100MBPS
FRIDGE / FREEZERS FULLY FITTED SHARED
KITCHEN WITH DINING
FACILITIES
FREE USE OF ON-SITE
LAUNDRY ROOM
FREE WASHING POWDER
AND DETERGENT
FREE KITCHEN CLEANING
MATERIALS
24 HRS EMERGENCY
HOTLINE SERVICE
LIVE IN HOUSE PARENTS ONSITE MEDICAL CENTRE
OPEN 08:00 TO 16:30
BIKE RACKS CCTV SECURITY OUTDOOR
TABLE TENNIS /
BASKETBALL
OUTSIDE SEATING
AREA
SWIPE ENTRY TO
ACCOMMODATION
PRIVATE ENSUITE
SHOWERS
PILLOWS & DUVET
PROVIDED
FRESH BED LINEN
PROVIDED WEEKLY*
ACCESS TO A UK
REGISTERED NURSE
FREE KITCHEN
CLEANING SERVICE
FREE ROOM CLEANING
SERVICE
ONSITE MAINTENANCE
PROVISION
*catered accommodation only
LIVING WITH CREATIVE ART STUDENTS AT CSVPA, YOU WILL
GROW AND DEVELOP STRONGER AS ARTISTS AS YOU SHARE
YOUR INFLUENCES, IDEAS AND CREATIVITY.
YOU HAVE PEOPLE FROM ALL DIFFERENT CULTURES
AND THEY ARE BRINGING THAT INTO THEIR ART AND
YOU LEARN SO MUCH FROM EACH OTHER.
GALIENA MITCHELL-DANN
Batim House is one of our accommodation
buildings in the heart of Cambridge - perfect
for students who want to experience this
vibrant city. This halls of residence has a
total of 29 single en-suite rooms. This is a
new residence which has been completely
refurbished. The three storey residence has
three fully fitted kitchens, laundry facilities
and two large furnished common rooms
where you and your fellow students can
spend time together socialising and relaxing.
Batim
House
16 mins 7 mins 5 mins 12 mins
TRAVEL TIME TO CSVPA BRIDGE HOUSE
Perfectly located, Batim House is only a 7 minute cycle ride to CSVPA Bridge House on Round
Church Street. For those students looking to take in the beautiful and inspirational setting of
Cambridge, you might decide to take the short one mile walk past the stunning Midsummer
Common, taking in the sights of Jesus College. For those students studying at CSVPA Sturton
Street, the studios are just a short two minute walk away.
LOCATION
Cambridge train station is only a 20 minute walk and with Central London just 45 minutes away
by train, and London Stansted Airport a 20 minute commute, our location inspires many with
endless opportunities on your doorstep.
With the centre of Cambridge just a 16 minute walk away, inspiration can be found on your
doorstep. There is a popular music scene, with a multitude of venues where you can watch
live music across a variety of genres. Art and culture can also be enjoyed. Cambridge is home
to a variety of world famous museums that show some of the rarest collections, historical
artefacts, sculptures and ancient antiques. There are also many art galleries filled with
both contemporary and renaissance artworks, as well as theatres which host a plethora of
performances to suit everybody’s taste.
The welfare of our students is our number one priority and we want to make sure you have
everything you need to make Cambridge your second home. A nurse and 24 hour staffed reception
can be found at Varsity House, just a short 5 minute walk away from Batim House, which allows you
to enjoy your student experience in a safe, relaxing and friendly environment.
FACILITIES
Each student room has a bed, wardrobe, desk, shelving and plenty of under-bed storage and draws.
Our rooms are en-suite with private bathroom facilities. Free WiFi is available for students. Each
hall has its own communal kitchen and lounge/dining area where students can make snacks.
PREMIUM ROOM
PREMIUM ROOM
STANDARD ROOM
BEDROOM
UTILITIES
OTHER
SINGLE BED DESK WITH DRAWERS DESK CHAIR WARDROBE UNDER-BED STORAGE &
DRAWS
DESK LAMP PERSONAL SAFE PIN BOARD CURTAINS PRIVATE ENSUITE
SHOWERS
UTILITY BILLS, WATER,
GAS AND ELECTRICITY
INCLUDED
FREE WIFI – UP TO
100MBPS
FRIDGE / FREEZERS SHARED LOCKABLE FRIDGE
IN KITCHEN
FULLY FITTED SHARED
KITCHEN WITH DINING
FACILITIES
FREE USE OF ON-SITE
LAUNDRY ROOM
FREE WASHING POWDER
AND DETERGENT
FREE KITCHEN CLEANING
MATERIALS
24 HRS EMERGENCY
HOTLINE SERVICE
ACCESS TO A UK
REGISTERED NURSE, JUST
A 5 MINUTE WALK AWAY
BIKE RACKS BBQ AREA OUTSIDE SEATING
AREA
SWIPE ENTRY TO
ACCOMMODATION
PILLOWS & DUVET
PROVIDED
FRESH BED LINEN
PROVIDED*
FREE KITCHEN
CLEANING SERVICE
FREE ROOM CLEANING
SERVICE
ONSITE MAINTENANCE
PROVISION
*catered accommodation only
WHAT WILL MY ROOM BE LIKE?
All our rooms have single beds and an ensuite bathroom with toilet, sink and shower. The rooms
have a wardrobe, desk and desk chair, shelving unit above the desk and additional storage either
under the beds or bedside cabinets. Our rooms average 10-12 square meters in size. They are
equipped with a desk lamp or reading light and every room has its own safe.
WHEN WILL I KNOW WHERE I WILL BE LIVING?
If you applied for halls of residence before 1st August, you will be told which building you have been
assigned to before 25th August. We will not be able to confirm your room number until you arrive at
CSVPA. Upon arrival, you will be shown to your room by a member of the boarding staff.
CAN I HAVE THINGS DELIVERED IN ADVANCE?
We would recommend waiting until you arrive before ordering anything you might want in your
room. The address for your residence will be included when we let you know which building you will
be living in.
WHEN DO I NEED TO PAY FOR MY ACCOMMODATION?
Once you have paid your deposit and returned your signed registration forms, your room will be
secured and guaranteed for you. Our Finance Team will send you an invoice covering both the
tuition and accommodation fees for the year. The invoice will tell you when your fees are due.
DO I HAVE TO LIVE IN A CSVPA RESIDENCE?
If you are under 18 years of age then you will need to stay within our residences. If you are over 18
then we would like to have you stay with us, but you do not have to. If you wish to live elsewhere
then you will need to submit an Independent Accommodation request via the Admissions team so
we have the details of where you are living on file. You will need to have accommodation arranged
prior to your arrival in the UK.
IF I WANT TO LIVE IN A DIFFERENT RESIDENCE, CAN I CHANGE?
We have a number of residences in Cambridge and while we will do our best to meet any requests,
we do try to make sure that students are allocated the residence that best suits their age, gender
and course option. If you do want to request a change, please contact the boarding team in your
residence. We will only be able to accommodate changes after the start of term.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS THE RESIDENTIAL AGREEMENT?
This forms part of the offer pack you are sent during your enrolment process. By signing
the document along with the terms and conditions you are agreeing to stay within our
accommodation for the first year of your course with us.
• If you decide to move out during that year you will not be refunded any accommodation fees.
• It also means you agree to all the terms in the document and also the “House Rules”
attached with the agreement.
OUR ADVICE
You will need to sign this kind of agreement in any higher education institution in the UK. They
are legal contracts and you should take the time to read it and ask any questions you may have
before you sign anything.
CAN I CANCEL MY ACCOMMODATION BEFORE ARRIVAL?
Yes. Once we have received your deposit confirming your place you have 14 days to change
your mind without any penalty fees.
If you are over 18 and selected our accommodation during the application process, but change
your mind, you must immediately inform our Admissions team and complete the Independent
Accommodation application form which will be sent out to you. Your accommodation will be
withdrawn without penalty as long as it is within two weeks of the start of term. After that time
you will be bound to the terms of our terms and conditions and will be liable to cancellation
fees.
CAN I CANCEL MY ACCOMMODATION ONCE I HAVE ARRIVED?
Once you have arrived and taken up our accommodation it is expected you will remain in our
halls of residence for the rest of the year. If you decide to leave the accommodation, because
you would like to live somewhere else, you will need to firstly have this approved by the Rector
and you will not be entitled to a full or partial refund on your accommodation fees.
OUR ADVICE
We would strongly advise you not to sign any agreements or pay deposits until you have your
request approved by the Rector. You will be liable for accommodation fees under the terms of
the Residential Agreement so you don’t want to be paying twice.
CAN I MOVE OUT OF THE ACCOMMODATION AT ANY TIME?
Once you have arrived and taken up our accommodation it is expected you will remain in our
halls of residence for the rest of the year. If you decide to leave the accommodation, because
you would like to live somewhere else, you will need to firstly have this approved by the Rector
and you will not be entitled to a full or partial refund on your accommodation fees.
IF I NEED TO SPEAK TO SOMEONE ABOUT ACCOMMODATION WHEN I ARRIVE, WHO
DO I SEE?
We have staff in all of our residences to assist you and talk to about any issues you
may have, please speak to them as they are there to help you. If the problem cannot be
resolved then please contact Student Services by emailing studentservices@csvpa.com.
CAN I CHANGE MY CATERING PACKAGE?
Yes you can, but you need to give us a terms notice. Please liaise with our Student Services
team by emailing studentservices@csvpa.com for further guidance.
LIVING AS A STUDENT IN THE UK
One of the best part of studying in the UK is meeting new people from all over the World.
Making new friends and living with people from different cultures to yours can take some
getting used to. Most student accommodation in the UK has shared kitchens, so be
prepared for many different ways of cooking and cleaning which may be different to your
own. It is down to everyone to keep the kitchen clean and tidy up after themselves.
You should try to keep your room clean and tidy. When the cleaners come to clean, they
can only do so if the floor is clear of mess and rubbish is put in the bin to be emptied. If
you leave your room very dirty, and with any damage, you will be charged additional fees.
All student accommodation in the UK is NON-SMOKING. You will be charged if you are
found to have been smoking or vaping in your room or have tried to stop the smoke alarm
in your room, and you may be asked to leave the accommodation.
The use of recreational drugs is illegal in the UK and against CSVPA’s rules. Again, if we
have cause to suspect you are using drugs, you will be subject to college disciplinary
processes and possible exclusion from both CSVPA and the accommodation.
TOP TIPS
Save the address and telephone number of your residence in ALL your phones. It is very
helpful to show people if you get lost when you first arrive and are new to the area.
Your rooms have a good amount of storage and we also have space outside your room in
the building to store your suitcases. All our residences have free laundry facilities so think
about how much you actually need to bring with you for each term or semester. Try to only
pack what you need.
Cooking equipment is not permitted in your rooms, please do not bring it with you.
RIVER CAM
RIVER CAM
Midsummer Common
Jesus Green
Christ’s Pieces
Parker’s Piece
Botanic Garden
VICTORIA AVENUE
EAST ROAD
NEWMARKET ROAD
LENSFIELD ROAD
GONVILLE PLACE
PARKSIDE
REGENT STREET
HILLS ROAD
BRIDGE STREET
ELIZABETH WAY
CHESTERTON ROAD
VICTORIA ROAD
HUNTINGDON ROAD
CASTLE STREET HISTON ROAD
STRETTEN AVENUE
TRUMPINGTON STREET
SILVER STREET
QUEEN’S ROAD
THE FEN CAUSEWAY
JESUS LANEKING STREET
MILTON ROAD
STATION ROAD
GRANGE ROAD
MADINGLEY ROAD
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2
3
4
BATIM
HOUSE
CSVPA DANCE CENTRE
(STURTON STREET)
CSVPA ENGLISH
LANGUAGE CENTRE
CINEMA
FITZWILLIAM MUSEUM
SUPERMARKET
THEATRE/CONCERT VENUE
SHOPPING CENTRE
1 TRINITY COLLEGE 2 KING’S COLLEGE 3 CHRIST’S COLLEGE 4 EMMANUEL COLLEGE
CAMBRIDGE TRAIN STATION
RIVER CAM
STURTON STREET
NEWMARKET ROAD
MILL ROAD
COLDHAMS LANE
VARSITY
HOUSE
40
To enquire contact
CSVPA
13-14 Round Church Street
Cambridge
CB5 8AD
Email: admissions@csvpa.com
Tel: +44 (0) 1223 341 300
www.csvpa.com
