Information for students with families

We advise students to think carefully before deciding to bring their partner and children to the UK. Students who plan ahead and make preparations for their family to join them at a later stage in the academic year will often find it easier to adapt to life in the UK and are likely to experience fewer difficulties.

The basic living costs for 12 months for a couple with one child would be approximately £17,000. If you have more than one child accompanying you, you should add a further £1,800 per child.

The following pages include information on a range of topics specific to students with families:

Immigration

If you and your family are non-EEA nationals, they will need to obtain dependant visas to come to the UK with you. Find out more in the separate Immigration section of our website.

Family Accommodation

Information about both university-owned family accommodation and private accommodation.

Childcare (0-5)

Does the university offer childcare services? Where are the closest nurseries? This section will help you get started.

Education (5-16)

Find out about the UK's educational structure and how to enrol your children in local schools.

Language classes for partners

INTO University of Exeter offers free English language classes for spouses and partners of international students.