RetroEd helps South African primary schools turn quiz revision into a fun buzzer game — no internet needed, and no monthly fees. We're getting ready to launch, and we'd love you to be part of it from day one.
Most school technology needs fast internet, a device for every learner, and a monthly fee. Most South African schools don't have these things. RetroEd works differently: just one laptop, a set of buzzers, and thousands of curriculum questions — no internet needed, ever.
It feels less like homework and more like a real game show — so learners actually look forward to revising.
A teacher can go from "never used it" to running a full quiz round in a single lunch break.
RetroEd is just one app. Pick a grade, subject and term, and you're ready to play — no account, no download, no wifi needed.
Four coloured buzzers — one per team — connect to the laptop by themselves. Nothing to pair, and the batteries last, so there's no charging mid-lesson.
Pick from seven fun game modes — like fast-paced Speed Buzz or Reading Comprehension — and let the scoreboard do the rest.
RetroEd is built and ready to try in real classrooms today. Here's honestly where we are, and what's next.
A complete quiz game, physical buzzers, and over 16 000 curriculum questions for Grades 3–7.
Bringing RetroEd into real South African classrooms, and learning from real teachers and learners.
Opening RetroEd up to more schools. Everyone who registers below will be the first to hear.
No. RetroEd runs completely offline on one laptop. The buzzers connect to a small receiver in the classroom, so there's no wifi, data bundle or online account needed.
Grades 3 to 7, with more than 16 000 questions across Mathematics, English, Afrikaans (First Additional Language and Home Language), Natural Sciences, Geography, History, Life Skills / Life Orientation and Technology.
Yes. Every subject's question bank has been checked term by term against the Department of Basic Education's CAPS documents for each grade.
One ordinary laptop and the RetroEd buzzer set: four coloured team buzzers and a receiver. A projector or big screen helps the whole class see the questions. Nothing is installed on learners' devices.
The whole class. Learners play in up to four teams, each with its own coloured buzzer, and different game modes change up how rounds are played.
Yes. Every question is read out loud before the timer starts, in English and in Afrikaans, so learners who find reading hard can still take part.
No. RetroEd has no subscriptions and no recurring costs. Once a school has it, it keeps working.
We're currently looking for pilot schools in South Africa. Register your interest on this page and we'll be in touch.
Download our flyer — pick whichever style you like, print it, email it, or share it with anyone who should know about RetroEd.
Are you a teacher, school leader, parent, or funder? Tell us a bit about yourself and we'll keep you updated as launch gets closer. No spam — ever.
Thanks for registering — check your inbox for a confirmation email, and we'll be in touch as RetroEd gets closer to launch.
RetroEd
A JLS Music projectRetroEd is built by JLS Music, trading as RetroEd. The idea is simple: build easy-to-use technology that works without the internet or a power socket, for people who don't usually get new tools first — but sell it to anyone who wants it.
RetroEd is the first of a few products built on that same idea — more coming soon.
