Family life at Goodenough College
Moving to London with your family to pursue postgraduate study is a big step. At Goodenough College, you won’t be doing it alone. Our award-winning accommodation in central London offers a warm, supportive environment where postgraduate students and their partners and children can feel at home from day one. Our dedicated family facilities alongside close-knit, international community are here to help you balance your studies with family life.
An inclusive postgraduate community for you and your family
At Goodenough, you’ll join a diverse and welcoming community of families from around the world.
Our Parents Club connects you with other residents who live here with their families, offering:
- Friendly advice on settling in and navigating London
- Support with finding schools and childcare
- Babysitting networks
- Social events, day trips and celebrations for families
Dedicated spaces for children
Postgraduate students living at Goodenough College with families have access to dedicated spaces where children can learn, play and socialise with their peers.
- Children’s library: A welcoming space with books and resources for all ages
- Playrooms: Safe, well-equipped indoor areas where children can play and socialise
- Garden play area: A secure, private outdoor space with climbing equipment, perfect for playtime, picnics and relaxing together
Lucia, a postgraduate student from the US, shares her experience of living at Goodenough College with her family.
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An ideal central London location for postgraduates with families
Goodenough College is ideally located for postgraduate families, within easy reach of leading universities and perfectly positioned for a comfortable, family-friendly life in central London.
Right next door is Coram’s Fields, a unique seven-acre park exclusively for children and young people, offering:
- Expansive playgrounds and green space
- A community nursery and children’s centre
- Sports activities
- City farm and a café
- A safe, welcoming environment for families
Supporting your life beyond study
At Goodenough College we understand that balancing postgraduate study with family responsibilities can be challenging. Our family-friendly environment helps you to:
- Settle quickly into London life
- Build meaningful connections with other postgraduates and their families
- Maintain a healthy balance between study and home life
- Give your children a safe, enriching experience
Jaewon, a postgraduate student from South Korea, shares his experience of living at Goodenough College with his wife and family. Press play to watch his story:
An award-winning place to call home
Goodenough College is proud to be an award-winning provider of postgraduate accommodation, recognised for both the quality of its facilities and the strength of its community. Among these honours, we are a recipient of the Global Student Living Awards, which are based entirely on direct feedback from thousands of students across the UK and Europe, making them a genuine reflection of our residents’ satisfaction.
Settling into Goodenough College’s ‘ready-made’ community with my seven-year-old daughter was effortless.
The Parents Club was invaluable, helping me find her a school place and build lasting friendships.
Marion, KenyaDiscover more
At Goodenough College, as a postgraduate student you’ll find more than family-friendly accommodation. You’ll join a welcoming, international postgraduate community where your whole family can truly belong.
Explore our range of family-friendly two- and three-bedroom flats, and apply now.
