ExamWritePad

Secure, compliant word processing for exam access arrangements

ExamWritePad is a secure, customisable word processor for exams and controlled assessments.

It acts as a ‘normal way of working’ accommodation, reflecting a student’s usual working environment to provide familiarity and meet their unique needs.

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Fully compliant with JCQ, SQA and Cambridge requirements

Exam software that helps every
candidate exceed

ExamWritePad offers an easy-to-use word processing tool, allowing students to type, edit and format their work during exams with confidence. Customisable features, such as font size, colours and accessibility options, mean every individual can work in a way that suits them.

Match each student’s normal way of working

Automatically backs up work so nothing is lost

Students can easily insert accented symbols. Ideal of language exams.

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ExamWritePad product features

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Full compliance with JCQ, SQA and Cambridge iGCSE exam guidelines 

Stay risk-free and compliant with access arrangement guidelines. ExamWritePad is fully aligned with JCQ, SQA and Cambridge requirements. 

It allows students to use a word processor as their ‘normal way of working’ accommodation, without an Access Arrangements Online (AAO) application.

Easy control for IT and admins

Your IT team has full control, with a custom configuration tool. From spell check to candidate numbers, USB monitoring and batch printing, it offers a wide range of features.

Flexible admin options


Batch printing


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Seamless integration with your education software

ExamWritePad pairs perfectly with Read&Write and ClaroRead to provide a comprehensive solution for access arrangements in exams. 

Together, they support reading, writing and submission need, working as a Computer Reader, Scribe and Word Processor.

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We’ve helped over 50,000 schools and 10 million students achieve results

Compliant and customisable digital exam software

ExamWritePad is used by thousands of institutions around the world.

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Customisable admin options

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offline functionality

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JCQ, SQA & Cambridge compliance.

Pricing plans for every need

We offer flexible pricing for schools, further and higher education. If you’ve got questions, book a chat with our product specialists.

Schools from £625

Further and higher education from £1,200

Pricing is based on student enrolment numbers

Pricing bundles

Contact us to find out more about special bundle offers with ExamWritePad and Read&Write

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, ExamWritePad, along with Read&Write or ClaroRead, ensures complete compliance with JCQ and Cambridge guidelines for access arrangements. This makes your exam process safe, secure and risk-free from non-compliance.

Absolutely. ExamWritePad allows you to customise features like spell check,candidate details, autosave and other tools to match each student’s normal way of working.

Yes, ExamWritePad autosaves and backs up all student work to prevent data loss during exams. It ensures that even in case of a power cut or system failure, no work is lost.

Yes, ExamWritePad runs fully offline - ensuring a secure exam environment without internet access.

ExamWritePad works alongside Read&Write or ClaroRead to provide a complete access arrangement exam solution. Read&Write handles reading and dictation tasks, as a Computer Reader for both the paper and typed words, and/or as a Scribe to enable words to be spoken into the word processor window. ExamWritePad manages word processing and submission. Together, they cover all reading, writing, and submission needs in exams, ensuring full compliance with JCQ guidelines.

Yes, ExamWritePad can be used on its own for students who only qualify for word processing support. However, when used with Read&Write or ClaroRead, it offers a full exam solution for reading and writing access arrangements.

ExamWritePad is designed for Windows-based systems and is easy to install across your school network. It integrates seamlessly with Read&Write and ClaroRead for a complete exam solution.

ExamWritePad offers simple domain-based pricing, allowing you to deploy it across your entire school site affordably. Bundled pricing with Read&Write or ClaroRead is also available for schools looking for a complete access arrangements exam solution. Contact us for more information.

No, Read&Write or ClaroRead is designed to support reading and dictation tasks as a Computer Reader or Scribe, while ExamWritePad handles word processing and submission. Both tools are needed to ensure all forms of access arrangements can be met.

Exam access arrangements are adjustments made to help students with disabilities or diverse learning needs sit exams on equal terms. ExamWritePad is secure digital exam software that supports those who need exam access arrangements, allowing students to type, edit and format their responses in a compliant, customisable environment.