Examination Schools

Built between 1876 and 1882 and designed by Sir Thomas Jackson, this historical Grade II listed venue was created to house the University of Oxford’s examinations. While still used for this purpose today, our flexible venue is also ideal for large conferences, business meetings, and a whole range of events all year round.

South Writing School: Our largest room, South School can comfortably seat 440 people theatre style and is situated at the top of a sweeping central marble staircase.

North Writing School: This beautiful L-shaped room comfortably seats 330 people theatre style. It can be used by itself for talks, drinks receptions, lectures, or as exhibition and catering space in conjunction with South Schools.

East Writing School:East School is a rectangular-shaped meeting room located on the first floor, which comfortably seats 160 theatre style.

conferences@exams.ox.ac.uk 44 1865 276905