StarSpell
StarSpell is a multi-sensory spelling, phonics and literacy program for use at school and home.
What StarSpell is
StarSpell is a multi-sensory spelling, phonics and literacy program for use at school and home. Its main spelling lists contain more than 5,000 spoken words arranged along its phonic progression. In spelling mode, learners follow a Look-Cover-Write-Check routine supported by sound, pictures and a sentence. They can practise custom words and lists, including school spelling words. Teacher mode lets teachers set the pace and is free for classroom use; teachers can also print worksheets for standard and custom exercises and create assignments in Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams and Show My Homework. The browser-based app is designed for Windows, Android and iOS and requires a modern browser, while StarSpell is also listed for macOS. Internet access is needed, though some features are described as available offline. The web app uses single sign-on through Google Classroom or Microsoft. The maker describes the program as suitable for all ages and abilities, with support highlighted for dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADD and ADHD. Student costs £12.00 per year; other listed licences include Classroom at £30.00 per year and Standalone at £65.00 once.
Good
- More than 5,000 spoken words in spelling lists.
- Custom words and lists can be practised.
- Teacher mode is free for classroom use.
- Teachers can print worksheets and create assignments.
Watch out
- No free plan is listed.
- Internet access is needed to use the app.
- Web sign-in requires Google Classroom or Microsoft.
Who it suits
StarSpell may suit learners practising spelling and phonics at home or school, and teachers who want classroom pacing, worksheets and assignments. The maker describes it as suitable for all ages and abilities, including learners with dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADD or ADHD.
Verdict
StarSpell combines spelling and phonics practice with teacher tools and custom lists. Check the licence and sign-in requirements that match your use; a free trial is available to educational establishments by request.
Plans and prices
From StarSpell's own pricing page, checked 8 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Student | £12 a year | One student · home or school · 12 month licence |
| Additional User | £15, paid once | One additional PC · requires StarSpell Standalone · download · Excludes VAT |
| Additional Classroom | £25 a year | Each additional class · up to 36 students · requires StarSpell Classroom · 12 month licence; excludes VAT |
| Classroom | £30 a year | Single class · up to 36 students · 12 month licence; excludes VAT |
| Additional User CD-ROM | £45, paid once | One additional PC · requires StarSpell Standalone · Excludes VAT |
| Standalone | £65, paid once | Single PC · download · Excludes VAT |
| Standalone CD-ROM | £95, paid once | Single PC · Excludes VAT and P&P |
| School | £150 a year | For the whole school · 12 month licence; excludes VAT |
| Network with Site-Licence | £289, paid once | Network use · unlimited PCs · single location · download · Excludes VAT |
| Network with Site-Licence CD-ROM | £319, paid once | Network use · unlimited PCs · single location · Excludes VAT and P&P |
The facts
Each one read from StarSpell's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Connectivity
- An internet connection is needed to use the app, though some features are described as available offline on the product overview.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Custom lists
- Users can add custom words and lists for practising school spelling lists at home.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- Teachers can create assignments in Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams and Show My Homework.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Intended learners
- The maker describes StarSpell as suitable for all ages and abilities and highlights dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADD and ADHD support.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Learning method
- The spelling mode builds on Look-Cover-Write-Check with sound, pictures and a supporting sentence.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Preview access
- The app has no charge during its preview period; users are notified by email before it ends and need a subscription to continue afterward.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- StarSpell is a multi-sensory program for spelling, phonics and literacy for use at school and home.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Sign-in
- The web app offers single sign-on and requires Google Classroom or Microsoft sign-in.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Teacher mode
- Teacher mode lets teachers set the pace and is free for classroom use.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Word lists
- Its main spelling lists contain more than 5,000 spoken words organized according to its own phonic progression.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Worksheets
- Teachers can print worksheets for all spelling exercises, including custom exercises.checked 8 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Devices
- The browser-based app is designed for Windows, Android and iOS devices and requires a modern web browser.checked 8 Oct 2026
The company
- Headquarters
- Cotswolds, United Kingdomchecked 28 Sep 2026
Money
- Trial
- A fully functional free trial of Classic StarSpell is available to educational establishments by request.checked 8 Oct 2026
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