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Floating Classroom Timer

Free floating overlay classroom timer. A minimal strip timer that stays visible on your whiteboard without blocking your lesson content.

Why teachers use it

Use floating classroom timer instantly in class

Keep a slim timer strip visible on your whiteboard without blocking your lesson slides. The floating classroom timer sits at the edge of the screen so students always know how much time is left while you teach.

Popular classroom uses

  • Overlay a timer on top of presentations and worksheets
  • Keep time visible during demonstrations and modelling
  • Reduce the need to keep switching back to a timer app

Where floating classroom timer fits in your lessons

Floating Classroom Timer is a free, no-login timers & management tools tool you can use straight away in class. It works well for lesson pacing, classroom transitions, independent work timing, and runs in any browser on your classroom display, laptop or a student device.

Great for

  • lesson pacing
  • classroom transitions
  • independent work timing
  • full-screen board display

Use it during

  • settling the class
  • timed activities
  • pack-away transitions
  • independent practice
  • plenary wrap-up

What teachers like about it

Built to be quick, clear and classroom-friendly so you can get on with teaching.

Designed for interactive whiteboards and projectors, not just a phone screen.

Keeps timing visible to everyone, which helps pacing and encourages student independence.

It is quick to launch, so you can use floating classroom timer the moment you need it in a lesson.

It works on classroom computers, laptops, tablets and phones without any installation.

Floating Classroom Timer FAQ

Answers for teachers looking for a fast, reliable classroom-friendly version of this tool.

Does it stay on top of other windows?

It is designed to be a floating overlay that stays visible while you present slides or show web pages.

Can I move it around the screen?

Yes. You can drag the timer strip to the top, bottom or sides of your display.

Is it distracting for students?

No. The design is intentionally minimal so it provides time awareness without pulling focus from your lesson content.

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