Heading Back to Your Student House? Your End-of-Summer Checklist

With September just around the corner, it's almost time to head back to your student house and start another exciting academic year.

Whether you've been working, travelling or enjoying the summer at home, returning to your student accommodation can feel like the real beginning of university life. Before lectures start and Freshers' events fill your calendar, it's worth spending a little time getting organised.

At Orange Student Properties, we're looking forward to welcoming students back to Nottingham, Sheffield, Manchester and Stafford. Here are a few simple things to do before university begins.

Reconnect With Your Housemates

If everyone's been away over the summer, now is a great time to check in.

Confirm when everyone is moving back, make plans for the first week and decide who's bringing shared household items. Starting the year with good communication helps create a happy home.

Stock Up on the Essentials

Before you return to your student accommodation, make sure you have everything you need.

Remember everyday essentials such as:

• Toiletries

• Washing detergent

• Toilet roll

• Kitchen basics

• Cleaning products

• Chargers and extension leads

• Bedding and towels

Having these ready means you can settle in straight away.

Make Sure Your Bills Are Sorted

If your tenancy isn't all-inclusive, check that your utility accounts are active before everyone moves back into the student house.

If you've chosen an all-inclusive bills package with Orange Student Properties, you can enjoy the convenience of having your gas, electricity, water, broadband and TV licence all covered in one simple payment.

Give Your Room a Refresh

A few personal touches can make your room feel much more like home.

Photos, plants, cushions and soft lighting can transform your space and help you feel settled as you begin the new term. Remember to utilise the notice boards in your room, provided so you can personalise your space without damaging paintwork – at Orange Student Properties we want you to retain your full deposit!

Set Yourself Up for Success

The first few weeks of university can be busy, so a little organisation goes a long way.

Update your calendar with important dates, check your university timetable and make sure you know how to get to campus before teaching begins.

Agree Some House Rules

Sharing a student house is one of the best parts of university life, but a few simple conversations now can prevent disagreements later.

Talk about cleaning, rubbish collections, guests, noise and sharing communal items. Setting expectations early helps everyone enjoy living together.

Explore Your Local Area

If you've only visited briefly during the summer, spend some time getting to know your neighbourhood.

Whether you're studying in Nottingham, Sheffield, Manchester or Stafford, finding your nearest supermarket, pharmacy, bus stop, gym and favourite coffee shop will help you feel at home much more quickly.

Need Any Help?

Our team at Orange Student Properties is here to support you throughout your tenancy.

Whether you have a question about your student accommodation, need to report a maintenance issue or simply want some advice, don't hesitate to get in touch. We want you to enjoy your student home from the very first day of term.

Have an Amazing Academic Year!

Returning to your student house marks the start of another exciting chapter. We hope you have a fantastic year, make lifelong memories and enjoy everything university life has to offer.

From everyone at Orange Student Properties, welcome back, and good luck with the year ahead in Nottingham, Sheffield, Manchester and Stafford!