Group Maker

Turn a class list into fair, evenly sized groups in a couple of clicks. Choose how many groups you want, or how many pupils in each, and press the button again for a fresh shuffle.

By the Little Classroom Tools team · Reviewed by qualified UK primary and secondary school teachers · Last updated 23 October 2026

How to use the Group Maker

1. Paste your class list, one name per line. The list is shared with the Name Picker.
2. Under Split by choose number of groups or group size, then enter the amount.
3. Press Make groups. Not happy with the mix? Press it again for a new random shuffle.
4. Press Copy to paste the groups into a slide, a worksheet or your planning.

Ways to use it in class

• Mixed-attainment groups for a practical task, reshuffled every lesson so pupils work with different people.
• Jigsaw activities: make groups of four, give each member a different expert topic, then regroup.
• Quick pairs: choose group size 2 for talk partners or peer feedback.
• Teams for a quiz, with the Team Scoreboard on the board to keep score.

Good to know

• Groups are shuffled randomly and kept as even as possible. When the class does not divide exactly, some groups have one extra pupil.
• It does not know about friendships, needs or ability, so check the result and swap names where your knowledge of the class says you should.
• Your list stays in this browser only.

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