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The free spelling app your principal can't say no to.

Used by 2,000+ teachers in K-6 classrooms. No district approval, no IT ticket, no student emails — set up your first class in under 5 minutes.

Teacher helping students with spelling practice
WHAT YOU GET

Built for the classroom

Up to 50 students per class

Plenty of room for a full classroom. No per-seat pricing.

Custom Word Lists

Create your own spelling lists or use our 134+ ready-made lists.

Progress Tracking

See which words students struggle with and track improvement.

Engaging Games

Students practice with interactive games, not boring drills.

Saves You Time

No grading spelling tests. Results are automatic.

Student Safe

No ads, no data selling, COPPA compliant.

COMPARE

SpellingJoy vs. paid alternatives

See why teachers are switching to SpellingJoy.

FeatureSpellingJoySpellingCitySpelling StarsSpelling Shed
PriceFree$117-125/year$49/year$38/year
Students50 per class26 per class35 per class35 per class
Custom Lists
Games
Progress Reports
No Credit Card
GET STARTED

Set up your class in 5 minutes

No training required. If you can use email, you can use SpellingJoy.

Step 1

Create Your Class

Sign up free and create your class in under a minute. Add students by name — no emails needed.

Step 2

Add Spelling Words

Create your own lists or pick from 134+ ready-made lists. Assign to your class with one click.

Step 3

Students Practice

Students play engaging spelling games. You see their progress in real-time. No grading needed.

TEACHERS LOVE IT

Trusted by teachers everywhere

Finally, a spelling app that doesn't cost my school budget! My students love the games.

SM

Sarah M.

3rd Grade Teacher, Texas

I switched from SpellingCity when they raised prices. SpellingJoy does everything I need for free.

JK

Jennifer K.

4th Grade Teacher, California

Setting up my class took 5 minutes. My students were practicing within the first day.

MR

Michael R.

2nd Grade Teacher, Florida

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is SpellingJoy really free for teachers?

Yes! SpellingJoy is 100% free for teachers and classrooms. There are no hidden fees, no trials that expire, and no premium features locked behind a paywall. We believe every classroom deserves access to quality spelling practice.

How many students can I add?

Up to 50 students per class — enough room for a full classroom — and up to 5 classes per teacher account. No per-seat pricing. If you need more, email us.

Can I create my own spelling lists?

Absolutely. You can create custom word lists to match your curriculum, or choose from our library of 134+ pre-made lists covering sight words, phonics patterns, and grade-level vocabulary.

Do students need accounts?

Students can practice with simple class codes - no email or account creation required. This makes it easy for young students and protects their privacy.

Does SpellingJoy work with Google Classroom?

We are working on Google Classroom integration. Currently, you can easily share assignment links with your students through any platform.

How is SpellingJoy different from SpellingCity/Vocabulary A-Z?

SpellingJoy is completely free and supports up to 50 students per class. SpellingCity (now Vocabulary A-Z) costs $117-125/year and limits classes to 26 students. We focus on making spelling practice simple and accessible for every classroom.

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Set up your first class in 5 minutes