Education House

Centrally located, Education House offers self-catered studio accommodation which may appeal to independent, mature students.

Self-catered hall

Students make their own meals.

Walking time to campuses

Kelburn—15 minutes
Pipitea—20 minutes
Te Aro—5 minutes

Housing style

108 single studios

Education House Single Studio Room with kitchen & bathroom, basic furniture supplied, residents supply personal items; bedding etc

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Located near the Te Aro campus, Education House is best suited to students who wish to have the comfort and privacy of their own studio apartment. Throughout the year, you’ll have the opportunity to get involved and meet lots of people at the many inter-hall events—sports events, quiz nights, talent quest, film festival screening, and inter-floor activities.

About the hall

  • Education House is operated by Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
  • May appeal to independent, mature students.
  • Single studio rooms are furnished and heated, each with a private bathroom and basic cooking facilities. Residents can choose to bring their own linen or purchase a bedding pack. See the list of items provided in the student handbook pdf3.3MB
  • There is a television lounge and meeting space on the ground floor.
  • Bathrooms are all-gender.
  • You can request to live on an alcohol-free floor.
  • 24/7 camera surveillance and swipe card access is required to enter the building.
  • Wi-Fi is available.
  • A communal laundry is available with washing machines and dryers.
  • Some facilities are suitable for residents with disabilities.

Fees

Per academic year (38 weeks) Per week

Single room

$15,542

 $409

The 2026 fee excludes electricity, heating and internet. These services are provided and the cost is an additional $15 per week. The rate will be confirmed when you receive your offer.

You can purchase a linen pack for $185.00. This includes the follow items:

  • pillow and pillowcase, duvet inner with cover, set of sheets and a fleece blanket
  • bath towel.

One-trimester-only contracts may incur an additional fee of 10 percent.

Find out when you need to pay accommodation fees and other charges.

Supporting residents

We prioritise the wellbeing and safety of our resident community—with staff and students working together to ensure our halls are an enjoyable place to live.

Support available

Our commitment to pastoral care

The University has structures and processes in place to ensure students living in our halls experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.

Learn more

Visit our halls

Contact the hall directly to make an appointment to visit. If you wish to see more than one hall on the same day, make sure you allow at least 30–40 minutes to cover the tour and the time to travel to the next hall. You can book a hall tour during school holidays.