PensoAI Scoring ✨OCR Support 📸Grammar Check 🔍
Essay scoring and writing practice aligned to DSE/TSA rubrics
Penso speeds up English writing instruction with AI-scored essays aligned to DSE/TSA rubrics. Students get targeted feedback and practice; teachers get consistent marks and class analytics.
How it works
Submit essay
Students write on paper or iPad and scan, or type directly into the platform.
AI analysis
The AI breaks down the essay by rubric criteria — grammar, vocabulary, and coherence.
Instant feedback
Students receive a score and highlighted areas to improve within seconds.
Teacher review
Teachers can override marks and add personal comments before finalising grades.
What you get
Concrete tools for marking, practice, and classroom work.
Essay scoring
Automated scores calibrated to DSE/TSA rubrics, with transparent criteria and rationale.
Handwriting OCR
Scan handwritten submissions and mark them digitally with handwriting-aware OCR.
Common error reports
Auto-detected error patterns with correction exercises generated for each learner.
Vocabulary & grammar builder
Themed word lists and interactive drills that reinforce high-impact language features.
Teacher dashboard
Visual analytics and progress monitoring for classes and cohorts.
Classroom activities
Exam practice
Bulk grading of mock exams to save teachers hours of marking.
Writing workshops
Interactive lessons where students get immediate feedback on drafts.
Peer review
Students use the AI criteria to review each other's work (coming soon).
Who is it for?
For Teachers
- •Faster, consistent marking
- •Class-wide error insights
- •Exportable grades and evidence
For Students
- •Personalised practice sets
- •Clear, example-led feedback
- •Motivating progress tracking
For Principals
- •Data to inform instruction
- •Fair, scalable assessment
- •Fits existing marking workflows
Ready to get started?
Try Penso with your class — or talk to us about a school rollout.