Italia Conti does not have its own student halls of residence in Woking, and students are responsible for finding their own accommodation. There are a multitude of accommodation options available in Woking and the surrounding areas.
Italia Conti helps to facilitate a Student Support Network for freshers, where Student Reps share their knowledge about accommodation and starting life at Conti.
Guilden Village is student accommodation based in Guildford (not exclusively for Italia Contia students) providing a whole range of excellent amenities, stylish rooms, and all bills included.
The accommodation offers a mixture of studios and apartments located in Guildford’s Stoke Park.
Italia Conti students are issued with a free bus pass that provides free travel for a year across a wide area of Surrey, West Sussex, and Hampshire, with a regular bus service from Guilden Village to Woking.
Bus 34 runs from Guilden Village to Woking.
There is also ample student-friendly accommodation in Guildford, the majority of which is within walking distance of Guildford station. It is only an 8-minute train journey to Woking. One of the more popular options, particularly for first-year students is the accommodation offered in Guilden Village.
Scape, Bankside, and The Bridge are also purpose-built student accommodation blocks in Guildford with lots of communal features. There are also many student houses available, and various flats located within proximity to the train and bus station as well as to the town center itself.
In Woking, there are plenty of purpose-built flats around the town center, where some offer an onsite gym, concierge service, and allocated parking. There are many three- and four-bedroom houses available for students. Popular apartment blocks for students with studio or one/two-bedroom include The Centrium, Cardinal Place, New Central, and The Marches. Woking has a variety of letting agents who are happy to assist students in their property search.
It’s fantastic. Showcases, shows, summer shows, carol concerts. It’s very full on but I don’t wake up regretting coming here. It is the best thing ever!
“The college provides you with a disciplined, yet family atmosphere that trains you to become the best of the best moving forwards into the performing arts industry.”
“Italia Conti has helped me in terms of my acting development, but also as a person and how I engage and view the world, which aids me as an actor.”
“The building and staff inside welcome you with open arms, guide you through your training and proudly push you, prepped with the best tools for the job.”
“Italia Conti allowed me to do my favorite thing, every day in a safe space amongst talented, supportive people. Being taught by skillful tutors was invaluable. The small classes ensured my voice was always heard and helped me hone my skills.”
“My training at Italia Conti has challenged, fulfilled, and broadened me as an actor and as a person. The buffet of techniques on offer will allow me to meet all challenges in any avenue.”
“The influx of inspiring people flowing through the building creates an atmosphere for greatness and I am honoured to be a part of that.”
“I couldn’t have asked for a more understanding place to spend these crucial moments. The door is always open for us to come back ‘home’ for advice, or even for a cup of tea!”
“Having the most supportive faculty (many of which are working professionals), who are always pushing you to be the best version of yourself has made my transition into the industry a seamless one.”