Tricky Words

UK Curriculum Spelling App

Stop the spelling struggle.

Tricky Words is designed by parents for parents to make mastering High Frequency Words (HFW) and Common Exception Words (CEW) simple, scientific, and—dare we say—fun.

WHY THE TWO-PHONE MODE? Ever tried to read a spelling list while your child leans over to peek at the answer? Our unique Parent/Child mode pairs two devices via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth: Parent Control: You see the word and the cues on your phone. Child Focus: Your child sees a clean, distraction-free display. Real-Time Sync: When you tap "Correct," your child hears a rewarding fanfare.

SMARTER PRACTICE WITH BUCKETS We use a proven 5-bucket spaced-repetition system to ensure words move from short-term memory to long-term mastery. Progressive Learning: Correct spellings move words to higher buckets. Smart Review: Mistaken words reset to Bucket 1 and reappear at the perfect interval to reinforce learning. "Practice" Mode: Introduce new words without penalty so children can "have a go" before they are tested.

TAILORED TO YOUR SCHOOL Built-in Library: Over 500+ curated words for Years 1–6 in Easy, Medium, and Difficult levels. Magic Scanner: Just snap a photo of a school spelling list. The app automatically transcribes and imports the words into your Custom Library. Priority Sync: Custom school words automatically take priority over built-in versions.

FEATURES PARENTS LOVE Independent Mode: Let your child practice solo with high-quality UK/US voice synthesis. Multi-Child Support: Separate libraries and bucket progress for every child in the house. Easy Sharing: Share your custom word lists with other parents via WhatsApp or Email. Privacy First: No ads, no distractions, and it works over your local network.