St Anne's College

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive community and we take student welfare seriously. We stand, above all, for the following principles: opportunity, collaboration and being forward-looking and far-reaching.

St. Anne’s catering team is very aware of the need to look after the environment. We are mindful of sustainability and work towards an ethos based around seasonal food and sustainably sourced ingredients. Our chefs pride themselves in creating delicious and imaginative menus with emphasis on fresh, sustainable ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible. Most meals are relaxed affairs but there are also formal guest nights, bringing some of Oxford’s traditions to our vibrant, modern hall. An alternative area for dining is the St Anne's Coffee Shop (STACS), where we have paninis, toasties, pizza, an assortment of cakes and a selection of coffees and teas to take away or eat in in a comfy, relaxed environment. All undergraduate accommodation includes communal kitchens for self-catering.

Our two large libraries are normally open 24 hours a day and house over 110,000 books. The College holds many events throughout the year including regular music nights, film screenings and guest lectures.

We have an a cappella choir, a string orchestra (St Anne's Camerata), a music society and a wide range of sports teams. There are four music practice rooms, and St Anne’s is the first College in Oxford to become an “all-Steinway school”. The Junior Common Room (JCR) Committee, as well as representing the interests and concerns of the student body, also organises events ranging from discussion groups to art classes. 

The JCR committee also hosts Welfare Teas during term-time, where any undergraduates can come along to unwind and relax with free drinks and snacks—often themed—and a chat in a very casual and laidback environment.

The Junior Common Room itself is a large, laid-back and student-centred space, and is perhaps one of the most-furnished common rooms in Oxford, currently housing:

• a Steinway piano
• two resident guitars
• a TV and games consoles
• a pool table
• table football
• table tennis
• many board games
• and plenty of comfy seating and student décor all in there permanently.

Read more on the college website.

Year founded: 1879
Student numbers: Undergraduate 425; Postgraduate 291 

St Anne’s is...

'…a wonderfully welcoming community of students and staff from all kinds of backgrounds.'
Ramani

'…about having the excellent support network when things don’t go according to plan – both academically and non-academically.'
Claire

'…not pretentious or intimidating – you get to enjoy all the architecture around Oxford but live in a place which is informal and welcoming – the best of both worlds.'
Amy

'...about the diversity, the chat and the vibrant atmosphere, as well as the feeling that you’re part of a team.'
Alex

'…about collaboration rather than competition, which is really encouraging.'
Sophie