TTRS is designed for learners of all ages and abilities. Whether you're teaching children, adults, or a mixed group, thoughtful planning can help create a positive learning experience that supports every learner's progress.

Many students begin the TTRS course between the ages of 7 and 10, but learners can start at almost any age.

The most important factor is not age, but whether the learner's hands are large enough to rest comfortably on a keyboard. For most children, this is around seven years old.

TTRS is also suitable for:

Some of our most successful learners have been in their eighties and nineties, demonstrating that it is never too late to develop new skills.

One of the advantages of TTRS is that students work through the course at their own pace. This allows learners at different stages of the program to participate in the same session successfully.

If you're teaching adults, consider offering separate sessions where possible, as some may feel uncomfortable learning alongside children.

For classroom-based teaching, we recommend a maximum ratio of 10 students for every teacher to ensure learners receive the support they need.

Arrange your classroom so you can easily see every workstation from a central position. This makes it easier to observe typing technique, answer questions, and provide support when needed.

Within the TTRS Teacher Dashboard, you can also organize student accounts into classes, making it easier to manage learners and monitor their progress.

Adults often make excellent progress with TTRS, although those who have spent years using the "hunt and peck" typing method may initially find touch typing slower and more challenging.

Encourage learners to be patient during this adjustment period. As they develop touch-typing skills, they'll rely less on looking at the keyboard, freeing up more mental energy to focus on reading, spelling, and writing.

With encouragement and consistent practice, learners of all ages can build lasting typing and literacy skills.