Typing Summit for teachers
A free typing program for schools: step-by-step keyboarding lessons, games and tests that run in any browser, with no student logins and a kid-safe zone for younger classes.
Why teachers use it
- No logins to manage. Share one link and the class starts typing.
- Real technique. Finger colours and animated hands show the correct finger for every key, and wrong keys do not move forward, so students learn the right habit.
- Kid-safe. No ads, no chat and no analytics cookies in the kids zone.
- Motivating. Stars, stickers and games like Balloon Pop and Word Dash keep younger students engaged.
- Free. Every lesson, test and game is free to use in class.
Which part fits your class
Ages 6 to 8: the kids zone, with 18 short lessons, big letters and two games, plus a printable home row chart and typing games by age. Ages 9 and up: the 29 main lessons, practice and the typing test. Older students preparing for work can try the typing exam and earn a certificate.
A simple 20 minute lesson
- 3 minutes: posture check and home row warm-up (fingers on the F and J bumps).
- 10 minutes: one or two lessons from the plan below. Accuracy first; aim for 95%.
- 5 minutes: a typing game as a reward.
- 2 minutes: students note their stars or WPM.
10 week keyboarding plan
| Week | Focus | On Typing Summit |
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| 1 | Posture, home row F J D K | Kids lessons 1 and 2, or Lessons 1 to 2 |
| 2 | Full home row | Kids lessons 3 to 5, or Lessons 3 to 6 |
| 3 | Top row, first reaches | Kids lessons 6 to 9, or Lessons 7 to 9 |
| 4 | Top row complete | Lessons 10 to 12, Balloon Pop (top row) |
| 5 | Bottom row | Lessons 13 to 15 |
| 6 | Bottom row and review | Lessons 16 to 18, Word Dash |
| 7 | Capital letters | Lessons 19 to 20 |
| 8 | Numbers | Lessons 21 to 23, 10 key practice for older students |
| 9 | Punctuation | Lessons 24 to 26 |
| 10 | Real typing and assessment | Lessons 27 to 29, a 1 or 3 minute typing test, certificate |
Tips from the classroom
- Praise accuracy and good posture before speed. Speed comes later on its own.
- Cover hands with a light cloth for a few minutes to break the habit of looking down.
- Short, regular sessions beat long ones: two or three 15 to 20 minute sessions a week works well.
- Use the same device for each student where possible, so their progress is saved.
Frequently asked questions
Do students need accounts?
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No. Students open the site and start. Progress is saved in the browser on that device, so on shared computers students should use the same device or browser profile each lesson.
Is it safe for young children?
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The kids zone has no ads, no chat, no sign-up and no analytics cookies, and it never asks for personal information.
Does it work on Chromebooks and iPads?
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Yes. It runs in any modern browser. Chromebooks and computers with a physical keyboard are best for learning touch typing; tablets work with an external keyboard.
What age should students start?
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Most children are ready around age 6 or 7, starting in the kids zone. From about age 9, students can move to the main lessons and typing test.
How do I assess progress?
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Lessons award up to three stars for speed and accuracy. For a benchmark, run a 1 minute test at the start and end of a unit; older students can take a 3 minute test and download a certificate.
Tell us what you need
Class progress reports and teacher dashboards are on our roadmap. If you would use them, or have other ideas, email hello@typingsummit.com.