Here is what you need to know about getting started at Imperial College London and Kemp Porter Buildings!
Arrivals Period
Each year we welcome around 700 students to Kemp Porter! To help this process, we ask that you book an arrival slot ahead of time. Please note that particularly during the arrival period, our car park is strictly for dropping off belongings to avoid long queues. We offer trolleys to help with moving in, and we will be available on the day to answer any questions you may have on arrival.
For more information about booking your arrival slot, what to bring, and a pre-arrival induction please visit Moving into Halls.
Pre-arrivals checklist
- Register on eHalls and upload a photo.
- Fill out the Kemp Porter arrivals document and bring it with you to the Hall to receive your keys.
- Register with the Cloister Road Surgery (closest nearby GP) or another GP in the London area when moving in.
- We strongly encourage all new arrivals get get your arrivals document stamped by your current Doctor’s practice (if you are not registering with the College Health Centre).
What to do when you arrive
- Please only arrive during your pre-booked arrivals slot.
- If driving, collect a trolley from our reception to drop off your belongings before parking off site.
- Our team will be ready to guide you to our common room, where we will welcome you to Kemp Porter, provide general information and answer any questions.
- Once you have collected your swipe card and keys you will be directed to your room.
What to do after you are checked-in
After you have moved into your room, you will need to complete a room inventory form that you will be given upon check in. Anything missing at the end of the year that isn’t declared on this form will be charged for.
Make sure to get your devices connected to the Imperial WiFi and/or wired ethernet connection and install Microsoft Teams app. You will need it for your lectures and many of the halls events and information sessions will be delivered via MS Teams. Check the College guide to using Teams for further information.
The direct dial for your room is 020 785 . The number should appear on the telephone in your room. Anyone you give your external number should be able to contact you through it. The UK dialing code is +44, making your international number +44 20 785. You can call other rooms of friends within the building and across College internally for free; to call an external number is charged through an account you must set up once you arrive if you wish to be able to dial out.
You can use eHalls – Kemp Porter throughout the year for additional information and to update your emergency contact details. You will also find links to the Hall Rules you agreed to on registration.
Please note that during the first two weeks of residency, we do not permit overnight guests. Please see our Guest Policy for additional information.
LOTS of information will be available for you on your arrival on facilities, and how to use them. Don’t worry! We will be available in the common room during the arrivals period for any questions. If you have any queries after this time, please first look at eHalls, ask at reception, or email if you still are unable to find the answer.
Welcome to Kemp Porter Buildings!