Revamping Spellings For Me to Engage Kids, Parents, and Teachers

Results

Playful Brand Identity

Eye-catching visuals and a vibrant tone designed to resonate with children, parents, and educators alike.

Dynamic Illustrations

Charming illustrations introduced to capture attention and bring the brand to life.

Fully Optimised Website

High conversion rates driven by thoughtful user experience and intuitive design.

About The Customer

Launched in 2019, Spellings for Me quickly became a trusted spelling programme across Irish schools. With Version 2.0 and a debut at the 2024 BETT Education Trade Show, the programme expanded into the UK and beyond. Now used in over 25 countries, it helps children worldwide learn to spell with confidence.

Industry

Educational Tool


Company Size

Small Enterprise 

Services

UI Design 

Development 

Quality Assurance

SEO

The Challenge

Spellings For Me approached The Smart Group with a basic one-page website that lacked engagement and depth. The site relied heavily on generic stock illustrations and offered minimal content, resulting in a flat user experience. Our challenge was to transform the site into a vibrant, informative platform, one that would resonate with children, parents, and teachers alike. We set out to inject personality, enrich the content, and create a guided user journey that encourages exploration and sign-ups.

The Solution

We reimagined the Spellings For Me brand identity from the ground up. While retaining the core colour palette from the original logo, we replaced the website’s outdated sky-themed background with a clean, modern white canvas, creating space for vibrant colour blocks that inject playful energy throughout the site. 

 

These colours were also used to develop a series of custom illustrations featuring character designs made from letterforms, reinforcing the educational theme in a fun and engaging way. To add warmth and authenticity, we introduced joyful photography of children and families actively learning. We then layered letter shapes into these images, reinforcing the brand and bringing the learning experience to life.

 

For the website redesign, we followed best practices to ensure a seamless and user-friendly experience. The site structure was strategically designed to optimise lead generation, guiding users through clear conversion paths toward key actions like sign-ups and free trials—ultimately driving measurable results for the client.

The Results

The Smart Group delivered more than just a website, we helped Spellings For Me redefine its brand presence. Through a refreshed visual identity and a tone that reflects the programme’s friendly, supportive spirit, we brought the brand to life in a way that resonates with children, parents, and educators alike.

Subtle animations on custom illustrations echoed the interactive nature of the platform, enhancing the overall user experience. The result is a vibrant, engaging website that not only aligns perfectly with the brand’s values but also exceeds expectations in accessibility, appeal, and impact—positioning Spellings For Me for continued growth both locally and globally.

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