For schools

Braille tools your whole school can use.

Support braille literacy across your school with free browser-based translation, homework checking and material creation. No installation, works on Chromebook and iPad.

Works on school devices

Browser-based tools that work on Chromebook, iPad, Windows and Mac. No IT approval or software installation required.

Free for education

Core translation is free for all users. Education team plans available for schools needing multiple teacher accounts and higher limits.

Grade 1 and Grade 2

Support both uncontracted Grade 1 for early learners and contracted Grade 2 for fluent readers across all grade levels.

Document processing

Convert worksheets and textbooks to braille format. Process TXT and BRF files for embossing and digital distribution.

Why schools choose Braille.tools

Schools need braille tools that work on managed devices without IT overhead. Braille.tools runs entirely in the browser — no downloads, no installers, no admin privileges required.

The free tier covers daily classroom needs: text translation, homework checking and alphabet reference. Teachers can start using it immediately without creating accounts or requesting software approval.

For schools with multiple TVIs and classroom teachers, the Education Team plan provides 10 seats, 6,000 document pages per month and 1,000 image scans per month for $1,990/year.

Classroom use cases

Homework verification: TVIs use the homework checker to quickly identify errors in student braille work, saving hours of manual decoding each week.

Material creation: Classroom teachers create braille labels, name tags and reading materials using the text-to-braille converter and their school's embosser.

Reading practice: Convert passages to braille for reading fluency exercises. The back-translation feature helps verify comprehension.

Collaboration: General education teachers can create braille versions of shared classroom materials so visually impaired students receive content at the same time as peers.

Getting started in your school

Step 1: Visit braille.tools on any school device. No account needed for basic use.

Step 2: Try the text-to-braille converter with a simple sentence to verify it works on your network.

Step 3: Share the link with your TVI team and special education staff.

Step 4: For schools needing team features, contact us about the Education Team plan with multi-seat access and higher processing limits.

Common questions

What to know before translating

Is Braille.tools free for schools?

Yes. Core text translation, homework checking and alphabet reference are free for everyone. Education Team plans ($1,990/year) add multi-teacher seats and higher document processing limits.

Does it work on school-managed Chromebooks?

Yes. Braille.tools is entirely browser-based and works on managed Chromebooks, iPads, Windows laptops and Macs without requiring IT approval or software installation.

Can multiple teachers share one account?

The free tier works without accounts. For team features like saved history and higher limits, the Education Team plan provides 10 individual teacher seats.

Is it appropriate for students to use directly?

Yes. Students can use the translator and alphabet reference for learning and self-checking. The homework checker is designed for teacher-led verification.

Does Braille.tools support Nemeth math code?

Not yet. Currently the tool supports UEB Grade 1 and Grade 2 for literary braille. Nemeth code support for mathematics is planned.

How does Braille.tools compare to BrailleBlaster for schools?

BrailleBlaster is free desktop software best for high-volume document production. Braille.tools is browser-based and better for quick translation, homework checking and mobile access. Many schools use both.