Read&Write supports students with reading, writing, comprehension and exams. It gives learners the tools to access information, build confidence, and communicate their ideas in ways that work for them.
Every classroom includes students with different learning styles and needs. Read&Write helps educators create inclusive learning environments by giving students the tools they need to access information, demonstrate understanding, and sit exams with confidence.
of Glasgow students stated Read&Write improved their ability to read, write and understand in class.
With Read&Write, students can access the support they need to succeed in high-stakes exams and everyday learning.
Read&Write is used as a computer reader and scribe alternative, supporting students with approved access arrangements in GCSEs, A-Levels and other assessments. A secure Exam Mode ensures only permitted features are available, helping schools meet JCQ and Qualifications Scotland guidelines while enabling students to work independently and confidently. Students can:
Listen to exam questions read aloud
Students can dictate and speak their answers
Customise screen colours to reduce strain and improve focus
Beyond exams, Read&Write helps students build confidence in their everyday learning. Whether they have special educational needs, are multilingual learners, or just need extra support. Tools for reading, writing and comprehension help students:
Support research and organise notes with colour coding
Translate words, paragraphs, or pages to support multilingual learners accessing content in a second language.
Help students access and understand digital text.
Reads text aloud with natural-sounding voices while highlighting words for easy tracking.
Reads text from images, PDFs, or inaccessible documents.
Text-to-Speech
Provides definitions and visual supports to help students understand unfamiliar words.
Breaks down complex text into simpler language to improve understanding.
Help students express themselves clearly and confidently.
Lets students dictate text naturally — no typing required.
Suggests words and corrects spelling as students type to build fluency.
Speech-to-Text
Provides definitions and visual supports to help students understand unfamiliar words.
One subscription gives students a full set of reading and writing tools. Here's exactly what Read&Write includes and how each tool helps.
| Feature | What it does | Helps students to |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | ||
 Text-to-Speech | Reads words, paragraphs or full documents aloud with natural AI voices and dual-colour highlighting | Access curriculum text and follow along |
 Screenshot Reader | Reads text from images, scanned PDFs and inaccessible documents (OCR) | Access any content on screen |
 Dictionary | Gives definitions for selected words | Build vocabulary and comprehension |
 Picture Dictionary | Gives images for selected words | Build vocabulary and comprehension |
 Simplify / Rewordify | AI simplifies complex text without changing its meaning (Chrome and Edge) | Understand challenging text |
| Writing | ||
 Talk&Type | Turns speech into text | Get ideas down without typing |
 Co:Writer word prediction | Suggests words based on context and personal writing patterns | Write fluently and spell with confidence |
 Check It | Corrects grammar and spelling, including phonetic errors | Produce accurate, confident writing |
| Study and research | ||
 Collect Highlights | Collects colour-coded highlights into one document, with citations | Organise research and revise |
 Vocabulary List | Builds word lists with definitions, images and notes | Learn subject-specific terms |
 Audio Maker | Converts text into downloadable MP3 audio | Listen and learn on the go |
| Focus and language | ||
 Screen Masking | Tints the screen or adds a reading spotlight | Reduce distractions and stay focused |
 Page & Paragraph Translation | Translates words, paragraphs or whole pages into other languages | Learn in a second language |
| For SEND and exams | ||
| Exam Mode | Locks the toolbar to permitted features, supporting JCQ and Qualifications Scotland access arrangements | Sit exams independently |
| For schools and trusts | ||
| Admin deployment and usage analytics | Roll out across devices and see how tools are used | (For admins) measure impact and adoption |
| Onboarding and training Academy | Tutorials, webinars and resources for staff | (For teachers) get started quickly |
| PDFs (with OrbitNote) | ||
| PDF annotation and accessible PDFs | Annotate, OCR and read PDFs aloud, opened from the Read&Write home screen | Work with PDFs as easily as web pages |
| Works on | Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iPad and iPhone, Android |
|---|---|
| Works in | Google Docs, Microsoft Word, PDFs, web pages, Canvas, Schoology, Brightspace |
| Security and compliance | GDPR compliant, ISO/IEC 27001 certified |
| Designed for | SEND support in everyday learning, and exam access arrangements (JCQ and Qualifications Scotland) |
| Part of | Everway's assistive technology suite, alongside OrbitNote and Equatio |
| Updates | New features every 4 to 6 weeks |
| Free for teachers | Yes, a premium subscription for school teachers |
PDFs are some of the hardest documents for students to read and work with. Pair Read&Write with OrbitNote, our PDF annotation software, to turn any PDF into an accessible, interactive document. Students can open PDFs in OrbitNote straight from the Read&Write home screen and keep using the reading and writing tools they already know.
Apple includes useful accessibility features, but Read&Write goes further
Designed for education, Read&Write combines literacy, accessibility and learning support in one toolbar that helps students become independent and confident learners.
Instead of switching between different accessibility settings or multiple menus, students can quickly access the support they need wherever and whenever.
Whether it's reading digital text, completing assignments, researching online or writing independently, Read&Write provides familiar tools that reduce cognitive load and enhance focus.
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Read&Write integrates seamlessly with the platforms students and educators already rely on.
We offer pricing for all schools and needs. If you have a specific need, please book a chat with our Product specialists. We offer pricing plans for the following:
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Read&Write is literacy support software designed to help students of all abilities read, write, study, and research more independently. It provides tools like text-to-speech, dictation, word prediction, and study skills features to support learners with dyslexia, English language learners, and students who benefit from additional reading and writing support.
Read&Write is available for Windows, Mac, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, iPad and iPhone, and Android. Teachers and students can use Read&Write on their laptop, tablet, phone or Chromebook.
Read&Write provides effective, multi-sensory literacy support for dyslexic students as it includes text-to-speech, word prediction, vocabulary tools, and dyslexia-friendly fonts to address the core challenges dyslexic learners face when reading and writing.
Yes, the Read&Write toolbar is available for free for individual teachers, with premium features available for district-wide implementation. Sign up for your free account.
Yes, Read&Write can be securely locked down for testing, ensuring that students, including those with learning disabilities or neurodiverse students, can only access approved features.
Some features on the toolbar do require internet access, especially on the Google Chrome / Edge version. The Windows / Mac Desktop version also requires internet access for most features; however, the Text-to-speech software can still be used offline. The desktop versions for Windows and Mac also allow many features to work without internet access.
Yes, administrators can roll out Read&Write across devices so that teachers, staff, and students can access it without needing to install it themselves. This streamlined process makes it easier to integrate assistive technology tools into schools.
Read&Write evolves constantly, receiving updates every 4 – 6 weeks. These updates include bug fixes, performance enhancements, and new features designed to support reading tools for students and AI tools for education.
Yes, Read&Write integrates seamlessly with many leading Learning Management Systems (LMS), including Canvas, Schoology, and Brightspace. This integration provides access to essential study tools for students directly within their LMS environment.
Read&Write offers features tailored for neurodiverse students, including tools like text-to-speech software, simplified text rewording, and visual dictionaries. These tools make learning more accessible and help students to engage confidently with reading, writing, and studying materials.
Yes, Read&Write is a robust set of assistive tools designed for students with special education needs, including those with disabilities like dyslexia, autism or ADHD. Features like screen masking, word prediction, and text-to-speech software for students help make learning more inclusive and effective.
Yes, Read&Write uses AI to enhance learning experiences for special education. AI-powered text simplification makes reading easier to understand, while realistic AI voices provide a natural text-to-speech experience, supporting diverse learning needs effectively.
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Your subscription provides access to Read&Write across platforms like Windows, Mac, Google Chrome, Edge, iOs, and Android. It includes valuable tools like reading comprehension tools, Text-to-speech software, and AI tools for education to support all types of learners. You’ll also have access to the onboarding and training Academy for tutorials, webinars, and resources to maximize your usage of these digital learning tools.
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