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What it is

LetterSchool teaches handwriting, phonics, numbers and spelling through activities for young children. It is described as designed for ages three to eight, with a listed target age range of two to six. Letter practice moves through guided tapping, tracing and independent writing. The app gives visual and auditory feedback and corrects each line as a child draws it. Languages listed include English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Dutch, Japanese, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Danish and Arabic. English users can choose Handwriting Without Tears, Zaner-Bloser or D’Nealian handwriting styles. The free app costs nothing and includes five uppercase and lowercase letters, five shapes and three CVC flashcards covering nine words. Paid access is listed from $1.92/mo (annual), with a 7-day trial. LetterSchool is available on Android, iOS, macOS and Windows. The school offering is currently iOS-only as LetterSchool – Block Letters. The maker says the app has no ads or social media and does not seek to collect personally identifiable information directly from children under 13.

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What it does
LetterSchool teaches young children handwriting, phonics, spelling, reading, numbers and shapes through guided practice.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Purpose
LetterSchool teaches children to write and spell through handwriting, phonics, numbers, and spelling activities.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Privacy
The privacy policy says LetterSchool does not seek to collect personally identifiable information directly from children under 13 and does not collect or store payment data.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Support
The help page directs users to contact [email protected] for assistance.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Headquarters
Amsterdam, NetherlandsRead 28 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Ads
The maker says the app has no advertisements or social-media features.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Age range
The app is designed for children from three to eight years old.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Android data safety
Google Play says the app may share app-performance information and device identifiers, may collect personal information and activity, and does not encrypt data in transit according to its disclosure.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Animations
The product listing advertises more than 20 animations, graphics and sound effects.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
API and extensibility
The official site presents consumer apps and Apple School Manager distribution but no public API, SDK or self-hosting documentation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Company facts
LinkedIn lists the company as privately held, founded in 2016, headquartered in Amsterdam and employing 2–10 people.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Company history
LinkedIn says the product was developed in 2011, while the company profile lists 2016 as its founding year.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Company identity
The legal entity is Letterschool Enabling Learning B.V., with an Amsterdam, Netherlands address.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Feedback
The app gives visual and auditory feedback and corrects each line as a child draws it.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Fonts
The app offers Handwriting Without Tears, D’Nealian and Zaner-Bloser font styles.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Free access
The maker says children in Afghanistan can access LetterSchool for free and offers a free-subscription application for families unable to afford it.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Funding
Crunchbase identifies the business as a private, for-profit company and lists no funding information on its profile.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com
Languages
Handwriting content is offered in 12 languages including English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Danish, Japanese and Arabic.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Learning method
Children learn letters through three stages: tapping guided points, tracing, and writing independently.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Licence
The terms provide a limited personal, non-transferable licence and prohibit copying, modification, reverse engineering, redistribution and commercial use.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Limit: sound accuracy
Phonics.org reports that some letter sounds include an inaccurate schwa and recommends improving sound modeling.Read 15 Oct 2026 · cms.phonics.org
Limit: spelling scope
Phonics.org says spelling practice lacks beginning consonant-blend work and should be supplemented with pencil-and-paper activities.Read 15 Oct 2026 · cms.phonics.org
Limit: subscription complaints
App Store reviewers report that the free content is quickly exhausted and that a one-week trial unexpectedly renewed into an annual charge.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Limit: technical complaints
Independent user reviews report tracing recognition failures, lost purchase restoration, freezes and requests for refunds after subscription charges.Read 15 Oct 2026 · justuseapp.com
Literacy content
The app includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers 1–10, 24 shapes, phonics, syllables and spelling exercises.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Notable update
The App Store version history records a December 2025 update adding downloadable switching among 12 languages and separate learning and menu-language settings.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Platform limitation
The school offering is currently available only on iOS as LetterSchool – Block Letters.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Praise: engagement
Common Sense Media says the guided interface, hints and animations make practice easy to navigate and engaging.Read 15 Oct 2026 · commonsensemedia.org
Praise: learning progression
Independent reviewers repeatedly praise the three-stage progression from guided tracing toward independent writing.Read 15 Oct 2026 · commonsensemedia.org
Privacy disclosures
Apple reports purchase history, user ID and device ID linked to users for analytics, personalization and app functionality, plus unlinked usage and diagnostics data.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Profiles
Progress and settings can be stored for up to three players on one device.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on AppFollow
4.4 out of 5 from 2,679 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.appfollow.io
Rating on Apple App Store
4.5 out of 5 from 17K ratingsRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Google Play
4.4 out of 5 from 16.1K reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Rating on JustUseApp
4.5 out of 5 from 23 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · justuseapp.com
Rating on Phonics.org
3.3 out of 5 from 1 reviewRead 15 Oct 2026 · cms.phonics.org
Safety
The maker describes the app as having no ads, no social media, privacy protection, and restricting settings.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
School adoption
The maker says LetterSchool for Schools is used in more than 5,000 schools.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
School edition
The school edition supports pre-K through grade three and is currently distributed on iOS through Apple School Manager.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
School fit
The school version supports pre-K through grades one to three, with handwriting levels generally aimed at younger grades and spelling levels at older grades.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
School handwriting fonts
The English version offers Handwriting Without Tears, Zaner-Bloser, and D’Nealian font styles.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
Security and privacy
The privacy policy says the company follows GDPR and Dutch data-protection requirements, uses SSL transmission encryption and access controls, and claims COPPA compliance.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Subscription terms
The help page lists monthly, quarterly, and yearly auto-renewing subscriptions, with cancellation through App Store settings and a seven-day trial referenced.Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
System requirements
The Apple listing requires iOS/iPadOS 13 or later and macOS 11 or later on an Apple Silicon Mac.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Target age
The service is designed for children roughly ages 3 to 8.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Word coverage
The iOS listing describes 72 CVC words, 36 CVCC words and 39 long-sound words.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Writing feedback
The app highlights stroke order and corrects mistakes while a child writes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Writing method
Each character is taught through tap-to-start, tracing and freer writing stages with immediate feedback.Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com

Plans and prices

Free app Free First five letters in uppercase and lowercase · five shapes · three CVC flashcards (nine words) Read 29 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Monthly Plan $9.99 a month after $1.99 first-week trial; auto-renews monthly taxes included Read 15 Oct 2026 · get.letterschool.com
School student license $9.99, paid once 50% discount for orders of more than 20 licenses · iOS only · purchased through Apple School Manager Read 29 Sep 2026 · letterschool.com
School student license $9.99, paid once 50% discount for orders over 20 · iOS only through Apple School Manager Read 15 Oct 2026 · letterschool.com
Yearly Plan $59.99 a year after $0.99 first-week trial; auto-renews yearly 50% discount shown · taxes included Read 15 Oct 2026 · get.letterschool.com

Every LetterSchool plan and price →

Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Practice progresses from guided tapping to independent writing
  • Visual and auditory feedback corrects each line
  • Languages include English, Spanish, French and Arabic
  • Free app includes letters, shapes and flashcards
  • No ads or social media, according to the maker

Limits

  • Free app covers only five letters
  • School offering is currently iOS-only
  • Paid access is listed from $1.92/mo (annual)

Who it suits

LetterSchool suits young children practicing letters, numbers, phonics and spelling, with a target age range listed as two to six. Schools considering the school offering should note that it is currently available only on iOS.

LetterSchool in depth

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LetterSchool is an early-learning app for children practicing handwriting alongside phonics, numbers and spelling. It suits young beginners who benefit from guided, multisensory practice. Its staged instruction is a strong fit for that job, though the free version covers only a small starter set.

Overview

LetterSchool moves children through three steps for learning letters: tapping guided points, tracing, then writing independently. Visual and auditory feedback, including correction as each line is drawn, gives beginners help while they form letters instead of leaving them to judge the result alone. The approach is most useful for children still learning the basics, rather than confident writers looking for broader writing practice.

Beyond letters, activities cover phonics, numbers and spelling. The app is designed for ages three to eight. Its school version supports pre-K through grades one to three, with handwriting levels generally aimed at younger pupils and spelling levels at older ones. English school users can choose Handwriting Without Tears, Zaner-Bloser or D’Nealian styles. Supported languages are English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Dutch, Japanese, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Danish and Arabic.

Key features

The progression from prompts to independent writing gives LetterSchool a clear instructional focus. Line-by-line correction and visual and sound feedback make the practice more guided than simple tracing. Offline access is useful for families who want practice without relying on a connection, and printable activities extend the offering beyond the screen.

LetterSchool supports three child profiles, which can accommodate a small household without separate installations. The maker describes the app as ad-free, without social media, privacy-protective and equipped with restricted settings. Its privacy policy says it does not seek to collect personally identifiable information directly from children under 13 and does not collect or store payment data.

Pricing

The Free app costs nothing and includes the first five letters in uppercase and lowercase, five shapes, and three CVC flashcards covering nine words. That is enough to introduce the format, but not a deep library of practice for a child who wants to continue. Paid access starts at $1.92/mo (annual), and a seven-day trial is referenced. Monthly, quarterly and yearly subscriptions renew automatically; cancellation is through App Store settings.

The School student license costs $9.99 as a one-time purchase and is purchased through Apple School Manager. Orders of more than 20 licenses receive a 50% discount. This one-time license is the school-oriented option, but it is limited to iOS. Families unable to afford a subscription can apply for a free one; the maker also says children in Afghanistan can access LetterSchool for free.

Platforms

The general app supports Android, iOS, macOS and Windows. The school offering is narrower: LetterSchool – Block Letters is currently available only on iOS. That distinction matters for schools choosing devices; a mixed-platform classroom cannot use the school version across its device range.

Who it's for

LetterSchool is a good match for young children who need guided letter formation and for parents or educators looking to combine handwriting practice with early phonics, number and spelling activities. Its school levels cover early grades, while the three-profile support and printable activities also make it practical for family use. It is a weaker fit for older students or anyone seeking an unrestricted free handwriting library.

Pros and cons

Pros: Three-stage letter practice with line-level correction gives beginners structured guidance rather than unguided repetition.

Pros: Activities extend to phonics, numbers and spelling, and the app supports a broad range of listed languages.

Pros: Offline access, printable activities and three child profiles support flexible practice at home.

Cons: The free app is capped at five letters, five shapes and three CVC flashcards, so it is only a small sample.

Cons: Subscription plans auto-renew, and the school license is restricted to iOS.

Alternatives

For a broader handwriting-app shortlist, see Handwriting Practice Apps; for early-learning options, see Preschool Learning Apps.

Kanji Dojo is a free, open-source option across Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web and Windows. Writing Wizard also has a free app, with remaining letters and custom words requiring an in-app purchase or subscription. Handwriting Repeater is a free option for Android, iOS and web, with no account requirement or limits on sentences or repetitions.

Hanzi Writer, Nazoru, Copybook Club, Cursive: Learn Cursive and KanjiPad are also alternatives.

Verdict

Choose LetterSchool for a young learner who needs guided, feedback-rich handwriting practice with early literacy activities in the same app. The staged instruction and child-focused safeguards are its strongest reasons to choose it; look elsewhere if the small free allowance, recurring subscription or iOS-only school edition does not fit.

Verdict

LetterSchool pairs guided handwriting practice with phonics, numbers and spelling activities, and lists multiple language options. The free app is limited in scope, and the school version has a narrower platform availability.

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