International Students House news and milestones

Whether you're visiting London for a few nights or need a flexible base, ISH offers short-stay accommodation in Vauxhall and Great Portland Street.

Every ISH story begins the same way - a specific room, a specific door, a specific moment of arrival in London. The building where you didn't know anyone, and left with friends y…

2026/2027 Accommodation Applications Open Now Discover your next chapter at our brand-new residence in Vauxhall - a modern, safe and sociable space designed for university studen…

Here's your guide to the local places and services in your new neighbourhood.

Here's your guide to the local places and services in your new neighbourhood.

229 Great Portland StreetResidents' Handbook 2026-27Read and download the Handbook here. 238 Kennington LaneResidents' Handbook 2026-27Read and download the Handbook here.

Donal Anand-ShawGovernor Donal is currently a Venture Partner at Purposeful Ventures, working with social entrepreneurs and philanthropists to improve the education and well-bein…

2026/27 Accommodation Applications Open If you are looking for a single ensuite room or a studio, please check our Kennington Lane House in Vauxhall We provide safe and secure ac…

Written by Rishika Rastogi For the first couple of weeks, I ate dinner in my room. Not because I wanted to. The shared kitchen was right there, warm and loud. And full of people…

Struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift on a student budget? With finances tight due to the current cost of living crisis, it can be tough to shop for gifts without breakin…

Self-care is about taking time to pay close attention to your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

by Rishika Rastogi When moving to the UK, you can prepare for the big things. The visa, the flights, the reading list, the packing spreadsheet colour-coded within an inch of its…

written by Lakshina Bajracharya "Once you've met someone, you never really forget them." - Zeniba, Spirited Away (2001) I never thought that someone would be a some-place. When I…

by Rishika Rastogi I should say upfront that I didn't really like football. Not in a principled way; I just never watched it. Watching football always looked like a lot of grown…

International Students House was honoured to welcome our Patron, HRH Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, to officially open our newest residence at Kennington Lane, Vauxhall, a la…

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Written by Kashfee Habib It began, as many good things do, with a friendship: the sort that crosses oceans and decades. In the mid-1980s, Professor Miyazawa, a Japanese academic,…

International Students House alumni: reconnect, share your journey, and help build a place to begin for the next generation of students.

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International Students House (ISH) is a charity that enables young people from around the globe to achieve their academic ambitions. We believe every young person should have the…

Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work. From drafting emails and analysing data to generating content and automating routine tasks. AI tools are becoming part of eve…

For many international students, living in student accommodation is often their first introduction to life in London. Everything from transport links and social events to shared…

Moving to London as an international student can feel exciting, overwhelming, inspiring, and intimidating all at once. One minute you're exploring new cafés, meeting people from…

When summer term ends, it can feel like London suddenly slows down. Your lectures are over, your deadlines disappear, and suddenly you have weeks - or even months - before autumn…

We understand that moving to London can be daunting. ISH offers comfortable, safe, and welcoming accommodation across two vibrant London neighbourhoods - GPS House in the Knowled…

Help us support the next generation of university students in London For many students, moving into International Students House is their first time living and studying away from…

Seven essential skills every student needs to succeed in the workplace, from communication and teamwork to adaptability and emotional intelligence.

José Chiluvane and Katie Thomas-Canfield are the two ISH grant recipients for the 2026 Projects for Peace.

Moving to the UK is not an easy task. Months of planning goes into an international move. This checklist will give you an idea of what to expect.

2026/27 Accommodation Applications Open Now

Finding a part-time or summer job in London can be daunting, but this blog will help you navigate how to find work and how much you should be earning.

Reading books is more than just a hobby. It's an essential life skill. Check out why picking up a book in London is so important for international students.

Proofreading is an essential skill to have as a student and professional. In this blog, learn 5 ways to improve your proofreading skills.

Projects for Peace was founded by Kathryn W. Davis, an American investor, painter, philanthropist, and political activist. On her 100th birthday, Kathryn initiated the Projects f…

Exam stress is inevitable but manageable if you are intentional about looking after yourself during this period.

What happens if you didn't get the grades you needed for the undergraduate degree course you wanted to study? Or the course is full? Does that mean the end of your dreams to stud…

If you are looking to further your education with a postgraduate qualification in the UK, you need to understand what opportunities are available and how the grading system works…