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Ready to move in?

We know moving in to your new home can be both exciting and a bit overwhelming, so here are some tips on how to be prepared and what you should expect.
 
 
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Key collection 5 - 7 September 2024

Key collection dates and times:

  • Thursday 5 September 2024 10am-7pm: Slateford Road (all flats) and Bainfield (Calton Hill House and Blackford Hill House)
  • Friday 6 September 2024 10am-7pm: Orwell Terrace (all flats) and Bainfield (Braid Hill House and Corstorphine Hill House)
  • Saturday 7 September 2024 10am-7pm: Bainfield (Castle Rock Hill, Craiglockhart Hill House and Arthur's Seat House) and Capitol Students (Westfield)

Please attend your allocated student accommodation site at the date and time displayed on your arrival pass (located on the last page of your online induction) with photo ID to collect your key fob and to move into your student accommodation. Please ensure you have completed the application process fully before arriving at key collection.

All the student accommodation staff will be at the accommodation sites welcoming new students into their new accommodation, however in the event of an emergency please email accommodation@napier.ac.uk and we will respond as soon as possible. 

 
 
Two students talking to each other in front of the painted mural at the entrance to Bainfield student accommodation

Our accommodation sites

Most flats have between four and eight people sharing (we also have four 9-bed flats) and include standard equipment such as smart TVs in all communal lounges, cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, ironing board, iron, vacuum cleaner and other standard cleaning equipment. The bedrooms include a small double bed, desk, study chair, wardrobe and bookshelves.

The flats are managed by a dedicated team, including Accommodation Officers and Resident Assistants. Staff are trained to handle all aspects of tenancy management and provide support and guidance throughout the year.

 
 

Where can I park?

We have organised free parking for student accommodation residents at the nearby Fountain Park Leisure Centre car park across from 9am-7pm across all three days. Simply collect your ticket when entering the car park and DO NOT validate it. When exiting, press the buzzer at the barrier and state that you have been visiting Edinburgh Napier Student Accommodation.

The car park is just minutes away from our Bainfield and Orwell Terrace Accommodation sites. If you’re staying at Slateford Road, we’ve arranged for a free shuttle bus to take you to your accommodation from Fountainpark Leisure Centre on Thursday 5 September from 9am to 6pm.

Remember, there is no parking available directly at any of our sites. Please be considerate of our neighbours and do not park in residents’ spaces or on pavements. Edinburgh Napier University cannot take any responsibility for parking fines during key collection.

How do I get my keys?

Key collection will take place at our individual sites where students have been allocated. Please remember to take a copy of your arrival pass with you and a form of photographic ID.

How do I get to my new flat?

Please note there is very limited parking close to the student accommodation sites, so please research travel and parking prior to arrival. We ask that you be considerate of our neighbours and do not park in residents' spaces or on pavements. Edinburgh Napier University will not take any responsibility for parking fines during key collection.

What happens when I arrive?

Once you have collected your key, you're free to move in to your new flat! Your flat will be ready for your arrival and staff will be on-site to assist you if you have any queries or concerns. Please don't be afraid to ask questions - our contact numbers are on the noticeboard in your kitchen and we're here to help.

Can I move in early?

In order to ensure that your new home meets a high standard, our accommodation team will be busy preparing and cleaning every room up until the day before you arrive. This unfortunately means that you will be unable to move in prior to the official move-in date.

What do I need to do with the inventory?

You will need to check off and return the inventory to the accommodation office within 2 weeks of moving in. Note down any defects or issues so you are not wrongly charged for damages or cleaning at lease end. We won't be able to take anything into consideration at lease end if you didn't note it down when you moved in.

Should I get any vaccinations before I arrive?

Meningitis C

Meningococcal group C disease (Meningitis) is a rare but potentially life-threatening disease which occurs mainly in young children and young adults. As part of a UK-wide immunisation programme for new University students, in line with NHS advice, you should get the Men C vaccination from your home GP ideally 2 weeks before you start University if you meet ALL the following criteria:

  • You are aged 24 or under
  • You are attending University for the first time in September 2017 or any year up to and including 2021
  • You've not previously had any Men C vaccination since the age of 10

If you do not get the vaccination before you start University, it is recommended you register with a GP in Edinburgh when you arrive and should get the vaccination during Freshers' Week

Please check that you are also up to date with other vaccines. Find out more on our Vaccinations page.