FAQs

The Buildings

What communal spaces are there to enjoy?

While it’s great to retreat to the comfort of your private studio, it’s also really important to us that you have lots of comfortable spaces to enjoy with friends. We offer a variety of great communal spaces where you can relax and get to know your neighbours and make new friends.

Check out the individual property pages for full information, but you can expect to enjoy fully-fitted communal kitchens, gyms, cinema rooms, and games rooms, allowing you to enjoy a balance between studying, work, health, and fun.

You’ll also be able to enjoy a fully inclusive and free-of-charge social calendar – you can view the upcoming events here and sign up through your online student portal at any time.

Are overnight guests allowed to stay?

Overnight guests are permitted at Nurtur buildings. We ask that you respect our rule of welcoming guests for no more than three consecutive days.

Please note that you are responsible for any guests, including liability for any charges as a result of damages to the building caused by your guest.

Are my bills included in the rent?

Yes, all bills are included in the cost of your weekly rent so you don’t have to worry about budgeting for those. These include:

  • Electricity
  • Water
  • Contents insurance
  • High-speed broadband
  • Onsite gym membership
  • Bike Store
  • 24/7 reception service
Can I swap/change my room?

If we have availability, then it may be possible to change the room you have selected to another available one. If we are fully booked, it may still be possible if someone drops out or wants to swap with you.

Please speak to a member of the Nurtur team or email enquiries@nurturstudentliving.com and we will always be willing to try and help. Please note: if you would like to change your room once you have already checked in, there is a small admin charge.

What if I have a disability or special requirements?

Nurtur Student Living’s top priority is making sure you have a comfortable and safe stay with us – please share any medical information or disabilities with us on your booking application. We have a selection of accessible rooms available, so please ensure you request this room type (DDA) and let us know of any further requirements so we can ensure your studio is suitable.

Can I have a dual occupancy tenancy?

A dual occupancy is one tenancy for two people, living in one studio. This means that two occupants are sharing one studio and splitting the cost of the rent.

This is an option on the majority of our studios – look out for the dual occupancy logo. From September 2023, there is an additional charge for a room with dual occupants; this is to cover the cost of the increased services used within the building during your stay.

Booking

How do I make an online booking?

It’s easy to complete an online booking with us. From our website homepage, click ‘Book a studio’, and then select your location.

From here, there are some choices for you to make:

  • Choose your studio type – e.g., Classic+
  • Choose your tenancy length – e.g., 51 weeks
  • Choose your payment terms – e.g., annually/instalments
  • Select yes/no for dual occupancy
  • Choose your floor preference – e.g., floor 2
  • Choose your view preference – e.g., south facing
  • Select ‘Book this room’

If you wish to make any changes to your booking during this time, you can do so by selecting ‘Change my selections’.

You have 30 minutes to complete your booking before the studio will be released. Once you’ve completed the steps above:

  • Complete your booking details on the next page, such as name and current address
  • Read through the terms and conditions of your booking carefully, and then click accept
  • Finally, select ‘Confirm your booking’

You will then receive an automated email from us with information on the next steps.

When is my booking secure?

Once you have signed the Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement your booking is secure with Nurtur Student Living.

Please note: If you are paying by instalments and require a guarantor, they must also sign the Guarantor Agreement to secure and complete the booking before it is secure.

How does my guarantor sign the agreement?

Once you have accepted the terms and conditions and confirmed your booking, your guarantor must do the same to secure and complete the booking.

  • Ask your guarantor to check their inbox – there will be an email from us with a link to their guarantor agreement
  • Your guarantor must read through the terms and conditions of the agreement and sign it
  • Once we have received the above, your booking is now complete

Please note, if you are paying your rent annually, you are not required to assign a guarantor and do not need to complete this step to secure and complete your booking.

How do I access my student portal?

Nurtur residents get exclusive access to our free online portal. The portal contains all the information you need, including rent payments details, your tenancy agreement, maintenance logs, delivery notifications and details of our exciting events calendar. To access it:

  • Visit the NSL website as normal
  • Click ‘Sign in’ – this is a green box at the top right corner of the page
  • Sign in using your login credentials – please refer to your NSL welcome email if you can’t remember your details
  • If you are taken back to the home page, click the “Account” button that has appeared at the top right corner of the page to return to the portal

TOP TIP: Access the NSL portal easily from your smartphone

  • Visit the NSL website on your phone’s pre-installed web browser (e.g., safari/internet browser, NOT Google Chrome)
  • For iPhone: Click the share icon, and then ‘Add to Home Screen’
  • For Android: Click ≡, then +, then ‘Add to Home Screen’
  • This will create a new icon on your phone’s home screen that looks like an App
How do I cancel my booking before August 1st?

Once you have entered into the tenancy agreement with Nurtur Student Living, you are liable for the contractual obligations set out within it and may only cancel under certain circumstances.

If you wish to cancel your booking before August 1st and you have not already collected your studio keys, you can do so at any time during the 5 days after we send your booking confirmation email.

To request a cancellation, please email: enquiries@nurturstudentliving.com

You can read the full details of our cancellation policy here: https://nurturstudentliving.com/cancellation-policy/

How do I cancel my booking after August 1st?

Once you have entered into the tenancy agreement with Nurtur Student Living, you are liable for the contractual obligations set out within it and may only cancel under certain circumstances.

If you wish to cancel your booking after August 1st and you have not already collected your studio keys, you can do so at any time in the 24 hours after we send your booking confirmation email.

To request a cancellation, please email: enquiries@nurturstudentliving.com

You can read the full details of our cancellation policy here: https://nurturstudentliving.com/cancellation-policy/

Can I cancel my booking after the cooling off period has passed?

Once you have entered into the tenancy agreement with Nurtur Student Living, you are liable for the contractual obligations set out within it and may only cancel under certain circumstances.

You can read the full details of our cooling off period and cancellation policy here: https://nurturstudentliving.com/cancellation-policy/

If you are unsure, please email: enquiries@nurturstudentliving.com

Can I have an overseas Guarantor?

Unfortunately, we cannot accept an overseas guarantor. If you wish to pay your rent in instalments, you will need a UK guarantor.

Nurtur Student Living only accepts UK guarantors and does not accept overseas guarantors.

If you do not have a UK guarantor, you must pay your rent in one instalment at the start of your tenancy agreement. Alternatively, we can recommend a third-party company that can source a UK guarantor on your behalf. Should you wish to use a third-party company, please note that they are in no way affiliated with Nurtur Student Living.

Can I sublet (tenancy takeover) to/or from a friend?

You are not permitted to sublet any part of your accommodation, as per your accepted tenancy agreement. However, if you need to move out early due to extenuating circumstances, you should contact the Nurtur team to discuss the option of a tenancy takeover and the process of doing so – including any associated admin fees.

Please note that tenancy takeovers are at the sole discretion of the Nurtur Student Living management team and should not be assumed as automatically granted. Any decision made by the management team is final.

Payments

How do I make a rent payment?

Making rent payments online is really easy and is our preferred method of payment.

For students at Nurtur House, Sheffield

All our online payments are handled safely and securely by TransferMate.

  • Log on to your student portal
  • Go to Tenancy > Account
  • Below your account summary, select the ‘Make a payment’ button
  • Follow the TransferMate prompts onscreen
  • Once payment has been made, you will receive email confirmation of your payment from TransferMate
  • Please note, it can take up to 5 days for your payment to show on the NSL portal

If you require further assistance, access a handy TransferMate video guide here.

For students at Canterbury Hall, Preston

All our online payments are completed via direct bank transfer.

  • Log on to your student portal
  • Go to Tenancy > Account
  • Find our Bank Transfer account details below your account summary
  • Please note, it can take up to 5 days for your payment to show on the NSL portal
How do I make a rent payment from overseas?

Making rent payments from overseas is completed via the same process as outlined in the ‘How do I make a rent payment?’ tab above. Please refer to this tab for full details.

What happens if my student loan does not arrive before my rent payment is due?

If, for any reason, your student loan does not arrive in time to make your rent payment, please do not worry – we can amend the dates for you without any hassle or extra charges.

To do this, we just need to see proof from the Student Loans Company (or similar) that this is the case. We expect this usually to be in the form of an official letter or email communications from the Student Loans Company (or similar).

When is my first rent payment due?

Keep an eye on when your tenancy deposit and first rent payment are due via your student portal. This information can be found on your portal under Tenancy > Account.

Both payments are usually due no later than 4 weeks before your tenancy agreement begins.

I am payment my rent in instalments, what are the instalment dates?

The due dates of your rent installments can be viewed at any time on your portal under Tenancy > Accounts.

Arrival & checking in

What do I need to do to prepare for moving in?

Before you arrive at your new studio, there are a couple of tasks that must be completed.

You must pay your tenancy deposit, and also your first rent installment. Details of this can be found on your portal under Tenancy > Account.

There are some useful tips on our ‘Preparing for Your Move to Nurtur’ blog below here.

How do I book an arrival time?

So we can prepare for your arrival and help you move in to your new studio as soon as possible, it’s important that you let us know your desired date and time of arrival.

This can be done via your portal two weeks before your tenancy begins with us. There will also be a link in your arrival email which you will receive closer to the time of your tenancy begin date.

What should I bring with me to check-in and pickup my studio key?

Provided you have completed all of the steps outlined in the ‘What do I need to do to prepare for moving in?’ tab above, all you need to bring with you to collect your new studio key is:

  • A copy of the first page of your tenancy agreement
  • Photo ID (e.g., a passport or driving license)
Can I check into my studio outside of Nurtur office hours (09:00 - 17:00)?

Yes, of course. We understand that you might need to check in at any time of the day – that’s why we have 24/7 service over the check-in period. However, it is essential that you notify us of your arrival if you plan to arrive outside of these hours. Please refer to the ‘How do I book and arrival time?’ tab above for further information.

Do you supply items such as pans, bedding and cutlery?

Although we don’t directly supply these items in your studio, we have a great deal on packs with UniKitOut https://www.unikitout.com/collections/fullkitout

The packs include the majority of items you could want to move in with a 10% discount, including induction pans that you will need for your new Nurtur studio. Remember that all of our rooms have double beds, too. These can be delivered right to your studio door ready for when you arrive.