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Students with children

Find out about our spaces and services available for parents and children to support you and your family while you study.

We welcome students with children to Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington and understand the challenges of juggling family commitments with study and research. The information in this section aims to support you and your children while you study.

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Wellbeing

Watch videos in which students who are parents share their tips and tricks about wellbeing and overcoming challenges, plus where to find resources and support.

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Children on campus

Find out about your options if you need to bring your child or children to campus.

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Feeding spaces and changing facilities

Find out about facilities for feeding and changing your child, and about your right to breastfeed or express milk on campus.

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Support for parents

The University has support services to help parents who are studying with us.

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Childcare

The University has two early childcare centres located on Clermont Terrace and Fairlie Terrace next to Kelburn campus.

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