Arriving at KSS Cambridge
We look forward to welcoming you to KSS. Below, you will find useful information to help you plan for your arrival at KSS Cambridge.
Move in dates
- Opens: Thursday 7th September 2023 at 1pm | Closes: Saturday 16 December 2023 at 11am
- Opens: Friday 5 January 2024 at 1pm | Closes: Saturday 22 June 2024 at 11am
You must speak with us to plan your arrival before confirming your flights. You should also book an arrival slot with the Accommodation Team for the date and time of your arrival.
Welcome meeting
We will schedule an induction meeting with you on arrival to go over key points and to answer any questions.
What to bring with you
Clothes
The UK has a temperate climate which means it gets cool, wet winters and warm, wet summers. Average temperatures in September range from 9˚C to 20˚C, and between 2˚C and 7˚C in January. Please bring with you clothing suitable for most conditions, but check the weather reports before you pack to ensure you have appropriate clothing for the first couple of weeks at least.
Adaptor plug
Any electrical item will need a 3-pin fused plug to work in the UK. Remember to bring a suitable adaptor for hairdryers, phone/laptop chargers, etc. UK sockets use 240v mains power so please check that your electrical items will work on this voltage. We will need to check your adaptors to make sure these comply with UK safety regulations.
Cash
It will be useful to make sure that you have some British Pounds (GBP) with you on arrival to cover any urgent purchases. Please note that the College will be able to provide a letter of introduction so that you can quickly open a UK bank account once term has started.
Medicine and toiletries
Please make sure you have any essential or prescribed medication with you, as well as any of your preferred brand of toiletries.
Bed linen and towels
These will be provided in your room for the duration of your stay.
Kitchen utensils
Your will have access to a kitchen which is equipped with a microwave, fridge and oven. We will provide essential equipment (plates, cutlery, saucepans etc) which you may wish to supplement once you have settled in.
Travelling to Cambridge
By Taxi
We ask that you travel from the airport directly to your residence. Your guardian can arrange an airport collection for you which should be booked at least five days in advance.
Taxis from Gatwick or Heathrow to Cambridge will cost between £140 and £200. Taxis from London Stansted will cost less.
If you would like KSS to arrange your travel, please contact us at least five days in advance so that we can provide an accurate quote.
Contacts
Malta Road
- Call: +44 (0)7752 653 179
- Email: maltaroad@kss.co.uk
Tripos Court
- Call: +44 (0)7958 202 837
- Email: triposcourt@kss.co.uk
Location
Malta Road
1a-3b Malta Road, Cambridge CB1 3PZ (opens in Google Maps)
Tripos Court
10 Homerton Street, Cambridge CB2 8NY (opens in Google Maps)