ExamPad+ gives students with Exam Access Arrangements a secure, familiar word processor — and prepares every student for exam day with daily Classroom Mode practice.
Most students only touch exam software on the day of their exam. ExamPad+'s Classroom Mode lets students use the full word processor as part of their daily lesson routine — building familiarity and confidence before exams arrive.
ExamPad+ combines a secure, locked-down exam environment with a familiar word processor — and the unique Classroom Mode that sets students up for success long before exam day.
A fully-featured word processor students use every day in class. Same interface as exam mode — so when exam day comes, there are zero surprises. Builds typing confidence and familiarity as part of normal school routine.
Full lockdown mode prevents access to the internet, other applications, or files. Designed with security at its core — compliant with JCQ, SQA, and Cambridge iGCSE requirements.
Work is automatically backed up throughout the exam. Functions fully offline so poor Wi-Fi or network issues will never cost a student their work.
Built from the ground up for students with Exam Access Arrangements. Customisable fonts, sizes, colours, contrast modes, and spacing — meeting each student's normal way of working.
Full formatting options including bold, italic, underline, font choice, size, and line spacing. Can be restricted or unlocked depending on exam board requirements and student needs.
Students can insert accented and special characters with ease — essential for modern language exams in French, Spanish, German, and more.
Exams officers can print completed exam scripts in bulk once the session ends. Each document is clearly labelled with candidate information for easy processing.
Full configuration tool for IT teams and network managers. Set spell-check policies, candidate numbers, USB monitoring, and manage settings school-wide from one dashboard.
Supports 25% and other time extensions as per JCQ access arrangement entitlements. Countdown timers and alerts are built in to support the invigilation process.
Track student usage of Classroom Mode over time. Understand who is building familiarity with the software and identify those who might benefit from more practice before exams.
Create and manage exam sessions by subject, cohort, or date. Assign students to sessions and control which features are available for each individual exam.
No per-student licences, no annual subscription, no hidden fees. ExamPad+ is free for all primary and secondary schools because every student deserves access to the tools they need.
💡 "I saw students with Exam Access Arrangements struggling to use unfamiliar software on their most important days. I built ExamPad+ to change that."
ExamPad+ was created by a school network manager who saw first-hand the challenges faced by students with SEND and those entitled to Exam Access Arrangements. These students often had the right to use a word processor in their exams — but arrived on the day having rarely, if ever, used the software before.
The result was unnecessary anxiety, lost time, and outcomes that didn't reflect what students were truly capable of. The answer was simple but powerful: give students access to the same exam software every single day in class, as part of their normal routine.
That's Classroom Mode — and it's what makes ExamPad+ genuinely different. It's not just an exam tool. It's a daily learning companion that builds genuine familiarity and confidence over months, not minutes.
Because this problem affects students in every school across the country, ExamPad+ is, and always will be, completely free for primary and secondary schools.
Designed from the start to support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Every feature decision is made with accessibility and inclusion at its heart.
Built with security as a core principle, not an afterthought. Hosted on Cloudflare's global network for speed, reliability, and protection. JCQ, SQA, and Cambridge compliant.
No per-student fees, no annual licences, no enterprise pricing. ExamPad+ is free because every student — regardless of their school's budget — deserves access to the right tools.
Aligned with JCQ guidelines for Access Arrangements. Understands the UK exam context — from GCSEs and A Levels to SQA qualifications and Cambridge iGCSE.
Built by someone who has worked in school IT networks and understands the real constraints schools face — limited budgets, complex IT environments, and demanding exam season pressure.
Free for all primary and secondary schools. No credit card needed.
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