Aila by Oak National Academy
by Oak National Academy
Free AI lesson assistant for teachers
Reviewed by the the30top research team · Last reviewed 2026-10-27
Overview
Aila is an AI lesson assistant from Oak National Academy, built for teachers to create lesson plans and resources tailored to their pupils. Oak states that Aila is, and always will be, free. It sits in Oak's labs site as an AI experiment, so features may change, and it is a planning aid for teachers rather than a student-facing tutor.
Our verdict
A no-cost lesson planning assistant from a trusted curriculum source. Treat it as a labs tool and check outputs before use.
Best for
Teachers who want a free starting point for lesson plans.
Avoid if
You need an LMS-integrated or student-facing product.
Pros
- Free with no paid tier
- Built by a national curriculum provider
- Teacher-guided lesson creation
Cons
- Hosted as a labs experiment
- Teacher-facing only
- Features and integrations not documented on pages checked
Key capabilities
Frequently asked questions
Is Aila free?
Oak states Aila is, and always will be, free.
What does Aila do?
It helps teachers create lesson plans and resources tailored to their pupils.
Is Aila for students?
No. It is built for teachers.