Ozobot Classroom
classroom.ozobot.com
What it is
Ozobot Classroom is a free K–12 STEAM lesson portal and companion software for Ozobot robots used in schools. Its library offers about 700 standards-aligned lessons across grades K–12 in computer science, math, ELA, science and social-emotional learning. Lessons use screen-free Color Codes or on-screen Ozobot Blockly coding. Teachers can use pacing guides with up to 30 lessons per grade, create and share lessons, and set up and manage devices. Boosted Bluetooth can update up to 18 bots at once. The web application requires no download; teachers use Chromebook, Mac or Windows 10 computers with Chrome or Edge. Students can use Color Codes without a screen or OzoBlockly on a computer or tablet, including iPads and Android tablets. Teachers can share lesson links through Google Classroom or another LMS, but importing rosters through the former Classes feature is no longer available. Ozobot says Classroom is FERPA- and COPPA-compliant, collects no student data and does not allow educators to create student accounts. Bit robots cannot connect to Classroom devices because they are not Bluetooth-enabled, so some features are unavailable with Bit.
Spec sheet
- What it does
- Ozobot Classroom is a K–12 STEAM lesson portal and companion software for Ozobot robots, supporting coding with or without screens.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Purpose
- Ozobot Classroom is a K–12 STEAM lesson portal and companion software for Ozobots used in schools.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Intended users
- Ozobot describes Classroom as a teacher-facing K–12 portal for educators using Ozobot robots in schools.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Support
- Ozobot lists [email protected] and +1 (310) 318-0070 for help and provides a Classroom Help page with setup and Color Code resources.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Headquarters
- Newport Beach, California, United StatesRead 28 Sep 2026 · classroom.ozobot.com
- API availability
- The reviewed Classroom pages describe LMS linking and robot programming tools but do not document a public Ozobot Classroom REST API or self-hosting package.Read 15 Oct 2026 · classroom.ozobot.com
- Children’s privacy
- The privacy policy says Ozobot does not knowingly collect information from children under 13 except a parent email for password reminders or resets.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Coding approaches
- Lessons support screen-free Color Codes and on-screen Ozobot Blockly coding.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Company founding
- LinkedIn lists Ozobot as founded in 2012.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
- Company headquarters
- LinkedIn lists Ozobot headquarters in Newport Beach, California.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
- Company legal identity
- The Google Play listing identifies the developer as Ozo Edu, Inc.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Company size
- LinkedIn lists Ozobot at 11–50 employees and as privately held.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
- Company technology description
- LinkedIn says Ozobot combines screen-free coding, OzoBlockly, JavaScript and Python editors, LMS integrations and augmented-reality learning.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
- Device management
- The Devices area lets educators update, rename and label individual Evo robots or multiple robots.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Educator planning
- Pacing guides provide up to 30 lessons per grade level and connect computer science foundations with math, ELA, and STEAM.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Google Classroom integration
- A 2021 update added Google Classroom sign-in, roster import, remote assignments and grade synchronization.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Google Play app scope
- The Evo Android app provides access to Ozobot Blockly, Classroom, FAQs and related Evo functions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Google Play data disclosure
- Google Play lists no third-party data sharing, possible collection of app activity and performance data, encryption in transit and compliance with the Play Families Policy.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Hardware limitation
- Ozobot says Bit is not Bluetooth-enabled, so it cannot connect to Classroom devices and some Classroom features are unavailable with Bit.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Integration
- Teachers can share lesson links through Google Classroom or another LMS; the former Classes feature for importing rosters is no longer available.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Integration limitation
- The former Classes roster-import area has been removed, so current workflows use shareable lesson links through Google Classroom or another LMS.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Lesson authoring
- Educators can create, upload and submit their own lessons for review and sharing.Read 15 Oct 2026 · classroom.ozobot.com
- Lesson creation
- Educators can create and share their own lessons with the Ozobot community.Read 30 Sep 2026 · classroom.ozobot.com
- Lesson filters
- Teachers can filter lessons by grade, subject and availability of student-facing videos.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Lesson library
- The library contains almost 700 standards-aligned lessons covering kindergarten through grade 12 and subjects including computer science, math, ELA, science and SEL.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Licence status
- Ozobot Classroom is delivered as a hosted web application and its product pages do not publish an open-source licence for the Classroom service.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Limit: app feature regressions
- Google Play reviewers report that an update removed older Color Code and sensor features, leaving some users with driving-only functionality.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Limit: feedback sensitivity
- Research identified eight categories of student problems and found urgent problems that threatened self-efficacy reduced how enjoyable activities felt.Read 15 Oct 2026 · arxiv.org
- Limit: firmware recovery
- A Google Play reviewer says a firmware update left the robot unable to connect to the older app and offered no downgrade path.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Limit: hardware dependency
- The FAQ says Bit robots cannot connect because Bit lacks Bluetooth, so users need Evo or another supported robot for full Classroom functionality.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Limit: teacher preparation
- The same independent study notes that primary schools and teachers are often insufficiently equipped or trained for early programming instruction and that moving from unplugged to computer programming remains challenging.Read 15 Oct 2026 · arxiv.org
- Mobile support update
- Classroom version 3.0.0, dated September 28, 2023, added a mobile-friendly experience for viewing, saving and downloading lessons on tablets and phones.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Notable news: Classroom launch updates
- Ozobot’s January 6, 2021 update announcement highlighted Google Classroom integration, remote-friendly lessons and an interactive student view.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Pacing guides
- Pacing guides provide up to 30 lessons per grade level and connect coding with content areas such as math, ELA and STEAM.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Praise: hands-on learning
- An independent classroom study reported that Ozobots support programming both with and without computers and are small enough to use with tablets; authors described their overall outreach experience as positive.Read 15 Oct 2026 · arxiv.org
- Praise: learner engagement
- A study of 116 primary pupils found programming Ozobot Evo encouraging for both girls and boys, while hints improved reported enjoyment compared with direct instruction.Read 15 Oct 2026 · arxiv.org
- Privacy and compliance
- Ozobot says Classroom is FERPA- and COPPA-compliant, does not collect student data, and does not allow educators to create student accounts.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Privacy compliance
- Ozobot says Classroom is FERPA- and COPPA-compliant and does not collect student data; students do not receive Classroom accounts.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Public SDKs
- Ozobot’s verified GitHub organization publishes Python libraries for controlling Ari, Evo and Ora robots.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Rating on Apple App Store
- 4.6 out of 5 from 1.1K ratingsRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
- Rating on Google Play
- 3.1 out of 5 from 592 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
- Screen-free coding
- Students can begin with paper-and-marker Color Codes before moving to block-based Ozobot Blockly programming.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- SDK licence
- The public Ozobot Python libraries repository is marked MIT licensed.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Security practices
- Ozobot states that it uses secured networks, restricted internal access, third-party security audits and SSL encryption for sensitive information.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Simulator and activities
- The Classroom homepage links to a virtual simulator plus OzoTown and ShapeTracer activities.Read 15 Oct 2026 · classroom.ozobot.com
- Student device coverage
- Ozobot Blockly is described as working best on modern browsers, Bluetooth computers, iPads and Android tablets.Read 15 Oct 2026 · wordpress.ozobot-web-production.appspot.com
- Student requirements
- Students can use Color Codes without a screen or use OzoBlockly on a computer or tablet; iPads and Android tablets are listed as suitable for OzoBlockly.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
- Student sharing
- Video lessons generate unique student links that teachers can distribute through Google Classroom or another LMS.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Support and training
- The service provides educator training, help materials, how-to videos and a private Ozobot Academy educator group.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- System requirements
- Educators can use Chromebook, macOS or Windows 10 computers with Chrome or Edge; Bluetooth 4.2 or later is recommended for device use.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
- Teacher requirements
- Teachers access Classroom on Chromebook, Mac, or Windows 10 computers using Chrome or Edge; the product is a web application and needs no download.Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
Plans and prices
Free Free Educator account · free lesson library · pacing guides · lesson creation · device management · compatible Ozobot hardware required for robot activities Read 15 Oct 2026 · ozobot.com
Ozobot Classroom Free Free educator account · 700 lessons · teacher-focused portal Read 30 Sep 2026 · ozobot.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- About 700 standards-aligned lessons
- Screen-free and on-screen coding approaches
- Teachers can create and share lessons
- Boosted Bluetooth updates up to 18 bots at once
- Free educator account
Limits
- Former Classes roster importing is unavailable
- Bit cannot connect to Classroom devices
- Some Classroom features are unavailable with Bit
- Teachers need Chrome or Edge on supported computers
Who it suits
It is intended for K–12 educators using Ozobot robots in schools. Teachers who want standards-aligned lessons and classroom device management may find the portal relevant, provided they use supported devices and browsers.
Verdict
Ozobot Classroom pairs a broad K–12 lesson library with coding activities and teacher device tools at no listed cost. Check the computer and browser requirements, and note that Bit robots cannot connect to Classroom devices.
Where Specifiction places it
- Robotics Education Software#5 of 268.6
