What is KAZ Touch Typing?
KAZ's inclusive Mainstream and SEN/Dyslexia touch typing software have proven so effective that it has been nominated for several academic awards. Available in two editions, Junior (6- 11) and adult (ages 11+). Our schools' edition incorporates both options.
The course is a tutorial in itself and consists of 5 modules - pupils start at the top and work their way through each module in order.
The program is presented in a simple and light-hearted manner and has three main attributes:
1. A proven Accelerated Learning teaching method incorporating 'brain balance', teaching the skill quickly and easily. The method uses five scientifically structured phrases to teach the a-z keys in bite-size modules.
2. A comprehensive and easy-to-use teacher admin panel allows for uploading spellings of the week or problematic words, enabling pupils to learn to spell whilst touch typing.
3. A specialised ©Preference Screen developed with guidance from the Dyslexia Research Trust minimises visual disturbances and tailors the course for maximum visibility and comfort for pupils who need it.
All licences include both primary and secondary options.
KAZ works across various devices, and being online can be accessed from school and home, allowing learning to continue beyond the classroom. A download edition is also available when internet access is restricted or unavailable.
Due to numerous teacher requests, we have now released the new 'National Ofqual Regulated Touch Typing Qualifications' (Level 1 - 3 credits and Level 2 - 5 credits) in partnership with OpenAwards.
Recommended Usage
The course comprises of five easy to follow modules, which can be broken down to suit attention span or time allowing.
Module 1- Flying Start – Explains how the course works and only takes a few minutes.
Module 2 - The Basics – teaches the a-z keys using 5 scientifically structured phrases. This module can be broken down into five 15/20 minute lessons.
Module 3 - Just Do It - offers additional vocabulary to build ‘muscle memory’.
Module 4 - And the Rest – teaches the number and punctuation keys.
Module 5 - Speed Builder – 15/20 minutes of practice per day will help build speed and accuracy, showing results within a couple of weeks.
All licences include a teacher’s lesson plan.
Educational Impact
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Aug 2023
Oxford Media and Business School
Aug 2023
Oxford Media and Business School
 Company | Business Name: KAZ Type Limited HQ Location: United Kingdom Founded: 1995 |
| Age Range | 8-10, 11-13, 14-16, 17-18, 19+ |
 Features | Monitor ProgressData In Real TimeBite Size ModulesAdd VocubularyNew Audio FeatureSen EnabledUpload Spelling FeatureAccelerated LearningPreference Screen Minimising Visual Disturbances |
 Languages | English |
 Accessibility | Robust features |
 Policies |  Terms of ServicePrivacy PolicyGDPR |
 Requirements | Available OfflineInternet - Low BandwidthDesktop - MacDesktop - WindowsDesktop - ChromebookMobile - iPadMobile - Windows Internet is required for online login. All download files require the internet to download and activate the file but once activated can be used without the internet. Teachers wishing to take a 14-day trial are emailed a link to access their KAZ admin panel. No installation is required. |
 Set Up | Minutes. Once teachers receive their login codes to their admin panel, they can upload pupil lists in minutes via a spreadsheet or manually by our new easy copy and paste upload feature. |
 Training | Live OnlineWebinarsDocumentationVideos Training is not required as our product is a tutorial in itself. We advise teachers/educators to instruct pupils to start at the first module and work through each in order. |
 Support | EmailFAQs/ForumPhone Support Comprehensive guides, including; Quick Start Guide, Lesson Plan, Posture and Interface guides, are available in all admin panels. |
| Home Learning | Parent Access Parents can create the account. Individual online and download licences and family editions (5 licences for the price of 3) are available to parents. |
 Tags | dyslexianeurodiverselearn to typetyping softwarekeyboardingtyping skills |
AIAI usage  The KAZ Touch Typing team has not stated whether it uses AI. | |
KAZ Touch Typing PricingPricing Plans Free TrialPaid SubscriptionOne-Off Fee KAZ Touch Typing pricing starts from £29.95 / per-user Our licences start from just £29.95 per user to £89.95 for a 5-user family licence. Our education licences start from just £75 for a 5-user licence. All our courses now open with our specialised ©Preference Screen, tailoring the course for maximum visibility and comfort and include our new VI edition at no extra charge.  Optimised for a quick response | |
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KAZ Touch Typing Reviews
from 15 Verified Reviews
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Aurelia Segrue
Sixth Form Office Coordinator
Used KAZ Touch Typing occasionally for 1-2 years
Nov 2024
It is so useful for students in relation to preparing for the lofe in the work place.
Aurelia Segrue found KAZ Touch Typing:
- Slightly reduces teacher workload“Students who are using word processors are quicker and more independent.”
- Slightly reduces attainment gap
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing“Students using word processors are feeling better as they are able to keep up with peers”
- Moderately improves attainment
- Slightly builds student knowledge
Trevor Boland
Assistive Technology Officer
Used KAZ Touch Typing occasionally for 7–12 months
Aug 2023
Typing skills are a life long skill but unfortunately they have become lost in terms of it's importance, to an extent, in this digital world we are in. Refocusing the attention on digital fundaments will add to the increased digital skills, digital literacy and digtial well being - the ability to be create written content is something we all can and will do so why not have a strong foundation in typing skills to set up your potentail for success. Take the time to invest in this skill and it will pay off in vast amounts in all aspects of your life.
Trevor Boland found KAZ Touch Typing:
- Moderately reduces teacher workload“Helps with email writing - a lot of emails come my way”
- Slightly reduces attainment gap
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing“Typing skills can contribute to more effecitve ways to create written content and in turn lessen time on assignments so as a consequences this ability to be a more effective typer can increase efficency and success and wellbeing.”
- Slightly improves attainment
Apr 2023
mohiuddin subhani found KAZ:
- Does not reduce teacher workload
- Does not reduce attainment gap
- Significantly improves behaviour or wellbeing
- Does not improve attainment
Apr 2023
It is a fantactic program. Step by step, easy to learn. All you have to do is put in the time. I am 48, and never had any experience with touch typing, now after only 5 months, I am at 35-40 words per minute. My goal is to be at 50 by the end of the next month. Somtimes you can teach an old dog new tricks. Additionally, the staff responses to any issue's that I have had has been quick and sorted within days. I never felt any kind of runaround, they generally listened AND took action to responded promptly to any of my concerns. Fantastic product and fantastic company!
Shawn Miller found KAZ:
- Moderately reduces teacher workload“Just being able to think and type is huge. I never realized how much time it would save.”
- Significantly reduces attainment gap“the differance between touch type and old style is night and day.”
- Moderately improves behaviour or wellbeing“It feels good to achieve a better score; you can moniter your own progress and actually see the results”
- Slightly improves attainment
Penelope Owen
CEO Children's day nursery but also grandparent
Used KAZ weekly for 1-2 years
Apr 2023
It has been both educational and fun. It is very easy to follow and gives a child a great sense of accomplishment. They can easily see their progress and it encourages them to strive for more.
Penelope Owen found KAZ:
- Slightly reduces teacher workload“I am typing this as a grandparent.”
- Slightly reduces attainment gap“It is an excellent skill to acquire at a young age”
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing“My granddaughter loves doing Kaz Type. When she chooses what she would like to do when visiting she always says Kaz Type please.”
- Significantly improves attainment“Ability to put thoughts on paper more quickly”
William Hall
Physician
Used KAZ daily for 3-4 years
Oct 2022
Best program available
William Hall found KAZ:
- Significantly reduces teacher workload“ZAZ allows independent study”
- Moderately reduces attainment gap
- Moderately improves behaviour or wellbeing
- Significantly improves attainment
William Hall
Professor of Medicine
Used KAZ weekly for 5 years+
Oct 2022
ZAZ works!
William Hall found KAZ:
- Significantly reduces teacher workload“KAZ is designed to facilitate independent earners”
- Significantly reduces attainment gap“I work with busy professioanals who appreciate the guided dsign of KAZ.”
- Moderately improves behaviour or wellbeing“Learners are constantly encouaged much more than other courses”
- Significantly improves attainment“I deal with medical students and advanced trainees who simply do not have the time for most other typing programs.”
Roy King
Assistant Principal
Used KAZ daily for 3-4 years
Sep 2022
I have been using KAZ for the past few years individually. I have had a substantial improvement with my typing speed and accuracy. I never typed by touch and was typing by sight. Since using this system, I have learned to touch type and my speed and accuracy improve every day.
Roy King found KAZ:
- Slightly reduces teacher workload“N/A”
- Slightly reduces attainment gap“N/A”
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing“N/A”
- Slightly improves attainment“N/A”
Nicholas Coram-Wright
Deputy Head Co-curricular
Used KAZ weekly for 3-4 years
Sep 2022
Touch typing is an important skill for young people to master in the digital world
Nicholas Coram-Wright found KAZ:
- Slightly reduces teacher workload“Very short time to set up but easy to administer”
- Slightly reduces attainment gap“No evidence by means of assessment”
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing“None”
- Slightly improves attainment“The aim is that by improving touch typing skills pupils become more effective and efficient with their use of technology.”
Mar 2021
Kaz Type is a well presented and proven method for developing touch typing skills. I would highly recommend this to parents who are wanting their children to develop typing skills.
Michael found KAZ’s Mainstream and SEN/Dyslexia Touch Typing Tutor:
- Significantly improves attainment“My 11 year old daughter learned how to touch type using Kaz Type in only a few weeks. The software was engaging and we found she looked forward to the daily sessions. Being a self taught typist myself, I was amazed at how quickly my daughter progressed to fluently touch typing her homework.”
- Significantly reduces attainment gap“In school, it is expected that the majority of work will be completed and submitted electronically. Being able to touch type gives students a huge advantage over their peers and allows them to produce work faster and more accurately. Having touch typing skills will serve our children well not only in education, but as they move into employment this will be a vital and sought after skill by employers.”
- Significantly improves behaviour or wellbeing“I found that now my daughter can touch type, she is able to complete her written assignments more quickly and accurately than before.”
- Slightly reduces teacher workload
Mar 2021
I found it to be excellent for my children and has helped enormously with their ability to complete assignments.
Penny found KAZ’s Mainstream and SEN/Dyslexia Touch Typing Tutor:
- Significantly improves attainment“Hand writing is difficult for my children so Kaz has been great for giving them confidence and improving the amount of work they can get done.”
- Significantly reduces attainment gap“There's such an advantage to be able to type as quickly as you can think.”
- Slightly improves behaviour or wellbeing“Wellbeing improves because of the increase in confidence”
- Moderately reduces teacher workload“It allows the children to work more independently”
Mar 2021
It's an amazing typing software that has really helped my son progress and feel confident in typing quickly and effectively.
Olivier found KAZ’s Mainstream and SEN/Dyslexia Touch Typing Tutor:
- Significantly improves attainment“Since starting Kaz, i've noticed some improvement with my son's typing, and willingness to avoid looking at the keyboard.”
- Significantly reduces attainment gap“Yes, it is helping him with his school work.”
- Moderately improves behaviour or wellbeing“His willingness and enthusiasm to type without looking at the keyboard has increased significantly.”
- Slightly reduces teacher workload“I am not a teacher.”
Mar 2021
This is an easy to use program to follow, step by step guides, to build speed and accuracy.
Mar 2021
It is one of the few touch typing platforms which cater for a neuro-diverse audience and that is very important to us. They have a lovely balance of video, audio and kinaesthetic input.
Mar 2021
I absolutely love Kaz-Type. As a proficient typist myself, in an age when working from home and home learning has been forced upon every family on a global scale, digital literacy is as critical as reading, writing and being fluent in functional arithmetic. Having keyboard skills is central or core to everyone's digital futures.