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StarSpell
What StarSpell is
StarSpell is a spelling, phonics and literacy program designed for use at school and at home. Its main spelling lists include more than 5,000 spoken words arranged in the program’s phonic progression. In spelling mode, learners use a Look-Cover-Write-Check routine with sound, pictures and a supporting sentence. They can also add custom words and lists for extra practice, including school spelling lists. Teachers can set the pace in Teacher mode, print worksheets for standard and custom exercises, and create assignments in Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams and Show My Homework. Teacher mode is free for classroom use. The web app uses single sign-on through Google Classroom or Microsoft, and needs a modern browser and an internet connection, though some features are described as available offline. StarSpell is listed for Android, iOS, macOS, web and Windows. It is described as suitable for all ages and abilities, with support highlighted for dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADD and ADHD. A Classic StarSpell trial is available to educational establishments by request.
Who it suits
StarSpell suits learners of all ages who want spelling or phonics practice at home or school, including those needing support for dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADD or ADHD. Its teacher tools also suit educators who want to set practice and print worksheets.
What it does well
- More than 5,000 spoken words in the main spelling lists
- Sound, pictures and a sentence support spelling practice
- Custom words and lists can be added
- Teachers can print worksheets for custom exercises
- Teacher mode is free for classroom use
What to know first
- An internet connection is needed to use the app
- Web sign-in requires Google Classroom or Microsoft
- The Classic StarSpell trial is available by request to educational establishments
Limits
The preview period is free, but continuing afterward requires a subscription. Student is a 12-month licence for one student at home or school; Classroom is a 12-month licence for one class of up to 36 students.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Student | 12 month licence · One student · home or school | £12 a year |
| Additional User | Excludes VAT · One additional PC · requires StarSpell Standalone · download | £15, paid once |
| School | 12 month licence; excludes VAT · For the whole school | £150 a year |
| Additional Classroom | 12 month licence; excludes VAT · Each additional class · up to 36 students · requires StarSpell Classroom | £25 a year |
| Network with Site-Licence | Excludes VAT · Network use · unlimited PCs · single location · download | £289, paid once |
| Classroom | 12 month licence; excludes VAT · Single class · up to 36 students | £30 a year |
| Network with Site-Licence CD-ROM | Excludes VAT and P&P · Network use · unlimited PCs · single location | £319, paid once |
| Additional User CD-ROM | Excludes VAT · One additional PC · requires StarSpell Standalone | £45, paid once |
The first 8 of 10 plans, as fishermarriott.com lists them, read 8 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word. Every plan
Getting started
- Visit the StarSpell website.
- Choose the web app or a listed platform: Windows, macOS, iOS or Android.
- For web sign-in, use Google Classroom or Microsoft single sign-on.
- Educational establishments can request the fully functional Classic StarSpell trial.
- Use the preview at no charge, then subscribe to continue after the preview ends.
Verdict
StarSpell combines structured spelling practice with custom lists and classroom tools. Check the licence options for the intended use: Student is £12 a year, Classroom is £30 a year, and Standalone is £65, paid once; a fully functional Classic StarSpell trial is available to educational establishments by request.
Questions
How much does StarSpell cost?
The Student plan is £12.00 per year and Classroom is £30.00 per year. Standalone costs £65.00 once; other options include school and network licences.
Is there a free plan or trial?
Teacher mode is free for classroom use, and the preview period has no charge. Educational establishments can request a fully functional free trial of Classic StarSpell.
Which platforms does StarSpell support?
StarSpell is listed for web, Windows, macOS, iOS and Android. The browser app is designed for Windows, Android and iOS devices and requires a modern browser.
Does StarSpell work offline?
An internet connection is needed to use the app, though some features are described as available offline.
Who is StarSpell designed for?
The maker describes it as suitable for all ages and abilities, and highlights support for dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADD and ADHD.
Can teachers connect StarSpell to classroom tools?
Teachers can create assignments in Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams and Show My Homework. Web sign-in uses Google Classroom or Microsoft single sign-on.
Facts from StarSpell's own pages
- Connectivity
- An internet connection is needed to use the app, though some features are described as available offline on the product overview. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Custom lists
- Users can add custom words and lists for practising school spelling lists at home. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Devices
- The browser-based app is designed for Windows, Android and iOS devices and requires a modern web browser. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- Cotswolds, United Kingdom · fishermarriott.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Integrations
- Teachers can create assignments in Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams and Show My Homework. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Intended learners
- The maker describes StarSpell as suitable for all ages and abilities and highlights dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADD and ADHD support. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Learning method
- The spelling mode builds on Look-Cover-Write-Check with sound, pictures and a supporting sentence. · fishermarriott.com, 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. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- StarSpell is a multi-sensory program for spelling, phonics and literacy for use at school and home. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Sign-in
- The web app offers single sign-on and requires Google Classroom or Microsoft sign-in. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Teacher mode
- Teacher mode lets teachers set the pace and is free for classroom use. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Trial
- A fully functional free trial of Classic StarSpell is available to educational establishments by request. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Word lists
- Its main spelling lists contain more than 5,000 spoken words organized according to its own phonic progression. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Worksheets
- Teachers can print worksheets for all spelling exercises, including custom exercises. · fishermarriott.com, 8 Oct 2026
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