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Clicker

The complete writing solution for the primary classroom·cricksoft.com

Clicker is a word processor designed specifically for children and developing writers in primary schools, providing built-in support for pupils with additional learning and access needs. It includes features such as word and phrase grids, picture support, talking books, mind mapping, and thousands of ready-made curriculum resources. The software also offers analytics to track pupil writing progress and supports switch and eye-gaze access for pupils with disabilities.

What it's for

Supporting emergent and developing writers with word/phrase gridsAdding pictures to text via the Picturize featureProviding talking books and matching sets for EAL and emergent readersDeveloping speaking and listening skills with Talk SetsOrganising ideas with a child-friendly mind mapping toolAssessing topic knowledge with Cloze activitiesTracking writing progress with the Analytics toolEnabling access for switch and eye gaze usersDelivering curriculum resources via LearningGridsOne-to-one literacy support for pupils under EHCP, IDP, or CSP provision

Features 14

Accessibility features for pupils with additional learning needs
Analytics tool to track pupil writing progress
Child-friendly mind mapping area
Child-friendly word processor
Clicker Grids for whole-word and phrase writing
Cloze activities for assessing topic knowledge (Windows/Mac only)
Free access to LearningGrids curriculum resources
Matching Sets for emergent readers and EAL pupils
Over 4500 Clicker curriculum pictures
Picturize button for instant picture support
Support for switch and eye gaze users
Talk Sets for speaking and listening skills
Talking Clicker Books
Word Banks scaffolding for developing writers

At a glance

TypeDesktop app

DeploymentInstalled (local)

PlatformsWindows, macOS, iOS, Web

Forprimary schools, developing writers, pupils with additional learning and access needs, parents (home use), local authorities and multi-academy trusts

CompanyCrick Software Ltd · 1993

Resources

Docs

Pricing

Most school pricing is determined individually via a discovery call or pricing request form. The only published price is the One-to-One Support subscription at £600 (ex VAT), covering three years of access for one pupil and one facilitator.

Pricing for one schoolQuote

Quote-based; requires contacting an Education Consultant.

Custom pricing determined via discovery call or pricing request form

Pricing for multiple schoolsQuote

Quote-based; requires contacting an Education Consultant.

Custom pricing determined via discovery call or pricing request form

One-to-One SupportQuote

Price is ex VAT; intended for single-pupil purchase under EHCP, IDP, or CSP provision. Payable via purchase order or credit card.

Covers one pupil and one facilitator/teacher for full access over three years; total cost, not an annual charge

Trust/LA PricingQuote

Quote-based; contact via email for a custom quote.

Bespoke licensing package for local authorities and multi-academy trusts