Wittenborg Students Move into Randerode as Institution Expands Housing

20.02.2026

Wittenborg and Zorggroep Apeldoorn Formalise Housing Partnership

Wittenborg has signed an agreement to house students on a vacant floor at Randerode, a healthcare facility operated by Zorggroep Apeldoorn. The initiative, in collaboration with real estate intermediary De Kabath, aims to create a community, where students and older residents live together under one roof.

The full press release from Zorggroep Apeldoorn can be read here.

The first four students already received their keys on 23 January, and eventually up to 30 international Wittenborg students are expected to live in Randerode. These new residents bring energy and activity to the site, and are seen as a great example of how young and old can live together in a meaningful community.

Nicoleta Salaru, Front Office and Housing Coordinator at Wittenborg, said:

“The floor offers bright and pleasant single and double rooms with shared kitchens and bathrooms. The location is peaceful and close to the forest, with a bus stop right outside and bicycle parking nearby. Students will have personal access passes with their photos for safety. Contracts can last up to one year, and all furniture is brand new, including beds, mattresses, desks, chairs and lounge furniture. Each room also has a fridge and a sink, and there is a fully equipped kitchen for shared use.”

Peter Birdsall, President of Wittenborg, added:

“We always say: if you cannot house them, do not recruit them. This agreement shows our commitment to providing students with comfortable, safe accommodation while giving them the chance to connect with the community and interact with residents of all ages.”

The Randerode floor is part of Wittenborg’s broader approach to student housing in Apeldoorn, offering secure and comfortable rooms close to its study locations. Other options include shared apartments, dormitories and studios, all with furniture and high-speed internet.

Students who have completed their Study Agreement, paid the package fee and received their visa can request a room. You can read more about it here.

Looking Ahead: A New Campus in Apeldoorn

Wittenborg is also taking a major step toward a new campus in Apeldoorn’s Learning District. A letter of intent has been signed with developers BPD | Bouwfonds Gebiedsontwikkeling and Dura Vermeer, marking the start of a collaboration with the municipality and other education partners.

The planned campus will include modern educational facilities, student accommodation and shared spaces designed for learning, socialising and community interaction. Wittenborg aims to expand its Apeldoorn student population from 1,500 to at least 2,500, providing more beds for international students and creating a lively, international hub in the city.

CEO Maggie Feng described the partnership as “years of patience, networking, listening and determination”, and said:

“We want this to be a place where everyone would like to be. A place that is young, fun, international and built on shared values. It’s not about age but mindset.”