Today we're launching Zippylang - an AI-powered language learning platform designed specifically for UK primary schools. It's the newest addition to the DrakonSystems family, and we're excited to share what makes it different.
The Problem with Primary School Language Learning
Primary schools face a genuine challenge when it comes to teaching languages. The National Curriculum requires modern foreign language teaching from Key Stage 2, but most schools lack specialist language teachers. The result? Non-specialist teachers doing their best with limited resources, often feeling underprepared.
Existing solutions like Language Angels charge £254 per year for just one language. Want to offer children exposure to multiple languages? That cost multiplies quickly.
Meet Zippy, Your AI Language Tutor
Zippylang takes a different approach. At its heart is Zippy - a friendly robot mascot powered by Claude AI that guides children through their language learning journey.
Unlike scripted language apps, Zippy has actual conversations with children. Ask Zippy how to say "I like football" in Spanish, and you'll get a natural response with pronunciation. Ask a follow-up question, and Zippy adapts. It's the difference between a textbook and a patient tutor who never gets tired of questions.
Every interaction is child-safe, with built-in content filters ensuring conversations stay appropriate for ages 5-11.
Five Languages, One Platform
Zippylang covers the languages UK primary schools most commonly want to teach:
- Spanish - ¡Hola!
- French - Bonjour!
- German - Hallo!
- Italian - Ciao!
- Mandarin - 你好!
Children aren't locked into one language. They can explore Spanish this term and try French next term. This exposure to multiple languages builds genuine linguistic awareness rather than rote memorisation of a single language.
How It Works
Interactive Lessons
Each lesson includes vocabulary cards, matching games, and quizzes with instant feedback. Children earn XP as they progress, keeping them motivated to learn.
Native-Quality Pronunciation
Using Google Cloud Text-to-Speech, Zippylang provides accurate pronunciation for every word and phrase. Children hear exactly how native speakers sound - crucial for developing proper pronunciation habits early.
Roleplay Adventures
This is where Zippylang gets exciting. Children practise real-world scenarios - ordering food at a Spanish café, shopping at a French market, meeting new friends at an Italian school. These roleplay adventures with Zippy turn language from abstract vocabulary lists into practical communication.
Teacher Resources
We know teachers are stretched thin. Zippylang includes downloadable PDF worksheets and PowerPoint presentations ready to use in lessons. Teachers can track individual and class progress without spending hours on preparation.
No Student Accounts Needed
Here's something schools will appreciate: students don't need email addresses or accounts.
Teachers create classes and share a simple code. Students enter the code and they're learning. No GDPR complications, no managing hundreds of child email addresses, no password reset requests.
It takes five minutes to set up and start teaching.
Honest Pricing
We've kept pricing simple: £199 per year for your entire school.
That's unlimited students, unlimited teachers, all five languages, AI tutor conversations, roleplay adventures, and downloadable resources. Everything included.
Compare that to Language Angels at £254/year for a single language, and the value becomes clear. You're getting five languages plus an AI tutor for less than competitors charge for one.
For MATs and school groups, we offer volume discounts - get in touch for a custom quote.
Why We Built Zippylang
DrakonSystems started with business tools - AI Invoice Importer and AI Website Manager. Both use AI to solve genuine problems for small businesses.
Zippylang is our first product for education, but the philosophy is the same: use AI where it genuinely helps, keep the interface simple, and price it fairly.
Primary school children deserve engaging, high-quality language learning. Teachers deserve tools that save time rather than create more work. We built Zippylang to deliver both.
Try It Free
We're confident Zippylang will make a difference in your school, so we're offering a 14-day free trial with no credit card required.
Sign up, explore all five languages, have your children chat with Zippy, and decide if it's right for your school. If not, no hard feelings - you've lost nothing but a few minutes of setup time.
Key Takeaways
- Zippylang is an AI-powered language learning platform for UK primary schools
- Children aged 5-11 learn Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Mandarin
- Zippy the robot tutor provides real AI conversations, not scripted responses
- No student emails or accounts needed - just share a class code
- £199/year for unlimited everything (vs £254/year for one language elsewhere)
- 14-day free trial, no credit card required
Ready to transform language learning at your school? Start your free trial at Zippylang - have children learning within five minutes.