Description of Local Area
IQ Highbury enjoys an excellent location, just a 2-minute walk from Finsbury Park Station. With access to the Piccadilly and Victoria underground lines, national rail services, and a bus stop right outside the residence that goes directly to EC London, getting around couldn’t be easier.
Thanks to these strong transport links, you can reach central London in as little as 15 minutes. Whether you’re commuting to class, exploring the city, or visiting one of London’s iconic landmarks, IQ Highbury keeps you well connected.
Looking for things to do? Take the Piccadilly Line straight to Covent Garden, where you’ll find the famous market, The Strand, and plenty more to discover.
Description of Accommodation
IQ Highbury has recently undergone a full refurbishment and still boasts new, stylish features. Choose to live in one of our En Suite Apartments with shared kitchens and living. All rooms include a bed, study area, storage, and en suite shower room and enjoy access to social areas, including a gym, garden, cinema, games room, and lounge. Locally, you’ll find shops, restaurants, and everything you need for student living in London.
Miscellaneous
- There is a laundry room with 11 app-operated washing and drying machines. The cost – £3.50 wash and £2 dry
- Luggage drop-off is allowed
- Utility bills are included
- 24-hour on-site security and CCTV on site
- Daily cleaning service provided for common areas only.
Accommodation Features
Room facilities
Safety box
Tv
Phone
Heating
Air conditioning
Fan
Bed linen
Towels
Iron
Hairdryer
Wifi
Room cleaning
Building facilities
- Bike racks
- Communal, Dining room, Kitchen and Lounge
- Free-WFi
- Fitness centre
- Laundry Facilities
- Games room
- Garden
- Library
- Lift
- Multimedia Room & lounge
- Vending machines
Room Type
En-suite rooms with shared kitchen. Room size: 14-16sqm.
Bathroom Type
En-suite (Shower)
Board Status
Self-catering
Gallery
Images are for representation purpose only. Actual furnishings may differ from those shown. Amenities and services are subject to change.
Address
201 Isledon road, N7 7JR
Phone Number
+44 (0) 20 8912 5010Emergency Number
+44 (0) 7983 773121
Arrival and departure
Arrival day: Saturday ( Sunday arrival is possible on request)
Check-in: Guests can check in at 3pm, Early check – in is not allowed but can store luggage if they arrive early until check in time.
Late check in is allowed.Departure day: Saturday
Check-out: 10:00 a.m.
Late check out is not possible.
Journey to school
Travel Time: Approximately 25 minutes by public transport.
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By Bus:
- Take the Number 4 bus from directly outside the residence.
- Get off at Angel Station — the school is located just across the road on the left.
By Tube:
- Walk 2 minutes to Finsbury Park Station.
- Take the Victoria Line to King’s Cross.
- Change to the Northern Line (southbound) and travel to Angel Station.
Cancellations
Cancellation prior to arrival
Students cancelling or postponing within 14 days of arrival date, for reasons other than visa denial, will be charged a one-week accommodation fee at the standard accommodation rate and the accommodation placement fee.
Cancellation after arrival
Students leaving their accommodation must give notice in writing 4 weeks prior to termination. After deducting the price of accommodation used, including the required notice period, charged at standard accommodation rates, students will be refunded the remaining accommodation costs. If the 4-week notice period is not provided a cancellation fee equal to 4 weeks of the accommodation cost will apply.
Airport pick-up
Your driver will be waiting for you at Arrivals holding a sign with your name. If after 10 minutes you cannot see your driver, please contact our emergency number+44 (0) 7983 773121.If your flight is missed, delayed, or cancelled, or if there is any other problem, you should notify EC by calling +44 (0) 7983 773121 to rearrange your transfer time and avoid additional cost.
If Airport Pick-up is not requested (other ways to get to your residence):
- From London Heathrow (1 hour 5 minutes) From London Heathrow take the Piccadilly line to Finsbury Park Station. Then walk 2 minutes to IQ Highbury.
- From London Gatwick (60 minutes) Take the London Thameslink trainline to Finsbury Park Station. Then walk 2 minutes to IQ Highbury.
- From London Stanstead (50 minutes) From Stanstead, take the Stanstead Express to Tottenham Hale, where you will change to the Victoria Line to Finsbury Park Station. Then walk 2 minutes to IQ Highbury.
House Rules
- Students must be 18 + to choose this residence
- Mixed Gender: Male and female students share common areas and facilities, but bedrooms are single gender.
- Guests allowed on request for maximum of 3 nights.
- Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the residence.
- Students arriving in EC accommodation between 22.00 – 08.00 may be asked to book alternative accommodation for their first night. This is to ensure student’s safety on arrival.
- While we promote and support diversity, we cannot guarantee language mix. However, we always encourage students to use English to communicate, be respectful and inclusive of others
- EC provides a clean living space for all students and expects a basic level of respect from all students. For example, if something is dropped, pick it up; do not leave clothes and belongings on the floor; place rubbish and leftovers in a garbage bag.
For more accommodation terms and conditions please refer to EC accommodation policy.
Arrival procedure at the residence/shared apartment:
Pleaese send flight details or an estimated arrival time at the time of booking accommodation or as soon as possible once known. On arrival, come to the main reception and the residence staff will give you your card and show you to your room. On departure, please leave your room tidy and return your keys at reception in the lobby.