Best Special Education Apps

197+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good special education apps. We benchmark 197+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Special Education

Time Timer#1

Time Timer by Time Timer LLC

Visual time management
Editor's Choice
๐Ÿ“š Education
4.6๐Ÿ˜Š(14K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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A visual time management app that enhances time management skills, focus, and productivity. Backed by research, it offers an intuitive interface, customizable timers, and educational benefits for students of all ages and abilities. Improve your time management with the Time Timer app today! Find out more at timetimer.com.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Helpful for ADHD and autism
  • ๐Ÿš€ Great visual timer
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Customizable timers
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Useful for presentations and meetings

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Unreliable sound/vibration alerts
  • ๐Ÿ› Inconsistent behavior when phone is locked or app is minimized
  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional crashes or bugs
AbleSpace - IEP Goal Tracking#2

AbleSpace - IEP Goal Tracking by Ablespace Inc.

Built For Sped Professionals
Strong Contender
๐Ÿ“š Education
4.0(4 ratings)
Free
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This special education workflow tool helps professionals manage their caseload by digitizing data collection, goal tracking, and collaboration, providing features such as automatic reporting, assessments, and Medicaid billing. By using this tool, educators can streamline their workflow, reduce paperwork, and make data-driven decisions to support student progress - try it out today!

Special Education Academy#3

Special Education Academy by Special Education Academy, LLC

Worth Considering
๐Ÿ“š Education
5.0(3 ratings)
FreeAds
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This application provides a supportive community and practical strategies for special education advocates, parents, and professionals, offering expert insights, podcasts, live events, and learning resources. Download it today to access real talk, real solutions, and become a stronger advocate in special education.

More Special Education apps to explore

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Visuals2Go
Visuals2Go
Visuals2Go
A Voice To Be Heard
Free

Create, communicate, and print with our all-in-one educational app designed for individuals with communication and learning difficulties. Give a voice to non-verbal learners through a versatile system supporting various communication needs, from single message to sentence building. Try Visuals2Go today to empower verbal and non-verbal individuals in their learning and communication journey.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(1.4K)
5
The Autism Helper
The Autism Helper
The Autism Helper
Training, Tools, & Community
Free

This application provides resources and community support for individuals striving to improve the lives of those with autism, offering training, evidence-based courses, and downloadable tools. By joining the community, users gain access to exclusive collaboration opportunities, live Q&A sessions, and specialized sub-groups tailored to their profession or role.

๐ŸŒ Social Networking
(19)
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Visual Schedule Daily Routine
Visual Schedule Daily Routine
Visual Schedule Daily Routine
Kids and ADHD Organizer
Free

Stay organized and focused with our visual daily schedule app designed to help manage tasks and appointments easily. Simplify your day and boost productivity. Try it now!

๐Ÿ“Š Productivity
(743)
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SPED Goals: IEP Tracker
SPED Goals: IEP Tracker
SPED Goals: IEP Tracker
Track and manage IEP goals
Free
$4.99 | 100% OFF

This application helps teachers and parents track and manage Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals for special needs students, with customizable goals and progress monitoring across various disciplines. It enables educators to set and work towards annual goals in areas such as math, reading, and behavior, and make adjustments as needed.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(6)
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Otsimo | Special Education 1+
Otsimo | Special Education 1+
Otsimo | Special Education 1+
Autism Games & Social Stories
Free

A specialized educational app designed for children with autism, providing a range of interactive games and activities to support learning and development. Engage your child in a fun and effective learning experience.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(590)
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Visual Choices AAC
Visual Choices AAC
Visual Choices AAC
Early Communicators & Autism
Free

Discover an app that assists non-verbal children in communicating their needs intelligibly, thereby enhancing their language development. Utilizing choice boards, voice commands, and AAC features, this tool aims to reduce frustration and promote effective communication. Explore further at the Terms of Use link provided.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(137)
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Kids Autism Games - AutiSpark
Kids Autism Games - AutiSpark
Kids Autism Games - AutiSpark
Communication & Speech Therapy
Free

AutiSpark offers specialized educational games for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, designed to develop basic skills through engaging activities. With expert input and positive reinforcement, it helps kids learn and remember essential concepts in a fun and interactive way.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(6.7K)
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Proloquo
Proloquo
Proloquo
The Next Generation AAC App
Free

An intuitive AAC app for all ages, Proloquo offers a vast vocabulary and innovative features to enhance communication and language development. With Proloquo Coach for expert guidance and free team sharing, start your one-month trial today!

๐Ÿ“š Education
(136)
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Autism ABC App
Autism ABC App
Autism ABC App
Special education & Autism
Free

A specialized mobile app designed to support individuals with autism by providing educational tools and resources to enhance their learning and development. Get access to interactive games, visual schedules, communication tools, and personalized learning activities to help individuals with autism thrive.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(129)
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Undivided App
Undivided App
Undivided App
Unstoppable Together.
Free

This application connects families of children with disabilities to expert guidance, collective knowledge, and direct support from others who understand their needs, helping them create a plan, track progress, and access a supportive community. By joining the network, families can feel more confident, in control, and empowered to help their child live their best life.

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(16)
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Autism Apps
Autism Apps
Autism Apps
by Touch Autism
Free

This application provides a comprehensive list of apps for individuals with autism, Down syndrome, and other special needs, categorized and searchable for easy discovery. It offers extensive reviews and video demonstrations to help users find and download suitable apps, making it a valuable resource for those seeking tools and resources for people with special needs.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(20)
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Boom Cards
Boom Cards
Boom Cards
Activities Made By Educators
Free

This educational app allows students to play self-grading activities on their iOS devices, while educators can assign materials, review student performance, and access detailed reports. With over 500,000+ activity decks available, it's an ideal tool for differentiation, intervention, and enrichment, supporting various learning needs and subjects.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(4)
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Social Story Creator & Library
Social Story Creator & Library
Social Story Creator & Library
Easily Create, Print & Share
Free

Create engaging visual stories with the Social Story Creator app. Customize templates, add photos and text, and share your creations with the world. Start sharing your stories today!

๐Ÿ“š Education
(114)
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SpedUp Education
SpedUp Education
SpedUp Education
Student Intervention Made Easy
Free
๐Ÿ“š Education
(1)
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Brolly Logs
Brolly Logs
Brolly Logs
Special Education Tracking
Free
๐Ÿ“š Education
(0)
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Autism Advisor
Autism Advisor
Autism Advisor
IEP and 504 plan advisor
Free
๐Ÿ“š Education
(0)
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Young Athletes
Young Athletes
Young Athletes
Support Development With Play
Free

This application provides activities, resources, and connections to support families of young children with and without intellectual disabilities, helping them meet their developmental needs through play. By creating a profile and tracking activities, parents can personalize their experience, connect with others, and access resources to support their child's growth and development.

๐Ÿ“š Education
(6)

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