Moving to London

Accommodation in London:

• Students at London Business School choose from privately rented studio apartments, flats, shared flats or houses, and Halls of Residences.
• The School offers a limited number of rooms in Halls of Residence via The University of London Housing Services.
• Accommodation costs fluctuate based on proximity to central London and property size.

Popular property search websites:

• Rightmove: One of the most widely used property websites in the UK, Rightmove allows you to find flats and houses marketed by agents.
• Zoopla: Another popular platform is Zoopla, similar to Rightmove, where you can find flats and houses marketed by agents.
• OpenRent: For a more direct approach, OpenRent lists properties straight from landlords, helping you avoid letting agents and potentially saving on fees.

The University of London Housing Services (ULHS)

London Business School is a member of the University of London Federation. Students are eligible to use the University of London Housing Services to help find accommodation and seek guidance and support with any accommodation-related queries or concerns.

To open a bank account in the UK, you normally need to visit the bank in person. Opening an
account can take between seven and 10 working days, so we advise you to have sufficient funds to cover the first few weeks of your stay in the UK. Many of the major high street banks have branches near our Regents Park campus.

The UK’s state-subsidised healthcare service is called the National Health Service (NHS). It is
available to international students enrolled in a course lasting more than six months and their
spouses and children under the age of 16 or 19 if in further education and living permanently with you. Consultations with a doctor and hospital treatment are free but you will usually have to pay for prescriptions and dental treatment.
Register with your local doctor as soon as possible. You’ll need a letter from your programme office confirming you’re a full-time student and verifying your London address. To qualify for NHS dental treatment, you need to register with a doctor. Private dental treatment is widely available.
Find out more about the NHS and registering for a doctor.

Telephone 999 in the event of an emergency. As long as you are registered with the NHS, accident and emergency services are free.

Primary and secondary education
In the UK, children usually go to primary school between the ages of four and eleven. Secondary school is compulsory until 16. Many continue until 18 or 19.
There are 3 types of schools:

• State comprehensive schools (free)
• Selective state grammar schools which usually require children to sit an entrance test (free)
• Private fee-paying schools (costs depend on school and location).

A child must live within a state school's catchment area to be eligible for admission. Private
schools offer more flexibility. For further information and a list of schools, please see: https://www.gov.uk/school-performance-tables
Schools are inspected regularly by the Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted). If you want to see how a school is rated you can visit the Ofsted website for information.

Childcare
If you need to arrange childcare for children below school age or for morning or afternoon care, contact the Partners’ Club (see below) for a recommendation of a good nanny or nursery.
Childcare in the UK falls into four main categories:

• Childminders: people who look after children in their own homes and are registered with the Social Services Department
• Nannies: qualified professionals who look after a child in your home. They can either live-in or live-out
• Nursery schools: pre-schools that provide early learning and childcare for children between three and five years (some will take children from two)
• Day Care: day nurseries provide care and learning activities for children from birth to five years old

Find out more about UK childcare: https://www.childcare.co.uk/information/help-and-advice
Search day nurseries in London: http://www.daynurseries.co.uk/day_nursery_search_results.cfm/searchcounty/london

Navigating London: Transportation Guide for LBS Students

London offers a diverse range of transportation options to help you explore the city efficiently.

Discounted Travel Options

• Railcard: Obtain a Railcard for discounted train travel. Link it to your Oyster card for off-peak savings.
• Student Oyster Photocard: Apply for cheaper fares via the Student Oyster photocard scheme.

Transport Networks

• Tube and Overground: Use an Oyster Card for access to the underground, buses, and select overground routes. The Tube network is divided into six zones, with Zone 1 at the centre.
• TfL Resources: Visit the Transport for London (TfL) website for travel planning and detailed information.

Exploring on Foot

Walking is a great way to discover London and familiarise yourself with its layout. Explore walking routes for a unique view of the city.

Additional Information

• Buses: Economical for short local trips, with routes posted at bus stops.

Travel Apps: Use apps like CityMapper for real-time navigation.