Exam Tables for Schools, Colleges & Universities

Exam tables for UK schools need to fold flat, stay completely stable while students are writing, and hold up to being moved on and off trolleys multiple times a year. Our range of folding and stackable exam tables comes from Titan and Metalliform, two brands with a proven track record in UK secondary schools and colleges, along with matching trolleys for fast setup and storage.

All exam desks in this range are sized to standard hall requirements. Purchase orders are accepted. If you need help working out how many exam tables your hall requires, or how to lay them out to meet regulations, call us on 0800 677 1214 and we'll work through it with you.

Folding exam tables and stackable exam desks for UK schools

Setting up an exam hall puts specific demands on furniture that everyday classroom tables simply aren't built for. Exam tables get moved more frequently, need to stay perfectly level under sustained writing pressure, and have to store efficiently for the majority of the year when the hall is used for other things. Getting the right exam desks makes the difference between a setup that takes an hour and one that takes a morning.

Folding Exam Tables

Folding exam tables are the most popular choice for secondary schools and colleges across the UK, and it's easy to see why. They open and lock in seconds, fold completely flat for storage, and can be loaded onto a dedicated trolley and wheeled into a storeroom quickly after exams finish. For site teams setting up a sports hall the night before a full exam session, that speed is genuinely important.


Our folding exam desks from Metalliform and Titan use simple, reliable locking mechanisms that don't jam or require technique to operate. The tabletops are smooth, flat laminate with enough surface area for an A4 exam paper, an answer booklet, and a pencil case, all the basics that every student needs without the desk feeling cramped.

Stackable Exam Desks

Stackable exam desks suit schools that use the same furniture in regular classrooms day-to-day and need desks that store vertically rather than flat. They tend to take up slightly more floor space than folded desks on a trolley, so it's worth thinking through your storage situation before choosing between the two types. Both folding and stackable options in our range are built to the same heavy-duty specification, the choice is really about how your school handles storage and whether the desks serve a dual purpose.

Exam Desk Trolleys

A proper exam desk trolley significantly reduces setup and pack-down time, and it protects your exam tables from the frame damage and scratching that comes from leaning them against walls or stacking them loose on a floor. We stock trolleys from both Titan and Metalliform, designed specifically to fit their respective exam desk ranges, so everything loads and transports safely.

Desk Sizing and Hall Layout

Exam table height in our range is standardised for secondary school pupils and adults, which covers the vast majority of GCSE, A Level, and further education settings. If you're buying exam desks for a primary school, it's worth calling us before ordering, the sizing conversation is short and worth having.

UK exam regulations specify minimum distances between desks to prevent malpractice. If you send us your hall dimensions we can advise on the layout and confirm how many exam tables will fit comfortably while meeting those requirements. through our education space planning service.

Buying Exam Tables in Bulk

Most schools purchase exam furniture as a complete matching set so every desk in the hall is the same height and finish. This matters both for the professional appearance of the room and for ensuring equal conditions for every student which is an important consideration for schools that take their exam environment seriously.

We offer education pricing on bulk orders of exam tables and can provide quotes for full hall fit-outs. If you're equipping a new venue or replacing an ageing set, we can also advise on whether folding or stackable exam desks will work better for your specific space and storage setup.

We do accept purchase orders are accepted. To request a bulk quote, email fox@chequeredfox.co.uk or call 0800 677 1214.


Also need exam chairs?

Our exam chairs range covers seating from the same trusted brands, built to the same specification. Buying exam tables and chairs together ensures consistent sizing across your hall and simplifies the ordering process.