Which university is the oldest in the English-speaking world, with teaching documented as early as 1096?

The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world, with evidence of teaching dating to 1096.

Oxford developed during the 12th century as scholars gathered in the city. Its foundation date is uncertain, because it did not begin with one clearly recorded founding event or charter.

The university grew rapidly after 1167, when Henry II restricted English students from attending the University of Paris. Some scholars later left Oxford after conflicts with townspeople and helped establish the University of Cambridge.

Oxford is often confused with the University of Bologna, which is conventionally dated to 1088 and is older in continuous operation. Oxford is instead the oldest university in the English-speaking world and the second-oldest university still operating continuously.