Learn Capital

Learn Capital, LLC, originally known as Revolution Learning, is a venture capital firm founded in 2010 and based in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Austin, Texas, and Beijing, China. The firm specializes in investing in start-ups and early to mid-stage companies within the global education sector, particularly in the fintech and education technology industries. Learn Capital focuses on innovative learning content, platforms, and services that aim to improve educational outcomes. The firm targets investments in emerging markets, especially in Latin America, and seeks companies that have developed or are in the process of commercializing innovative educational products or services. By emphasizing advancements in technology, Learn Capital aims to support entrepreneurs who are reshaping how learning occurs in both traditional and non-traditional environments.

Brook Bisrat

Partner

Robert Hutter

Founder and Managing Partner

Greg Mauro

Founder and Managing Partner

Vinit Sukhija

Partner

Susan Wang

Principal

160 past transactions

Feeling Great

Seed Round in 2024
Feeling Great app quickly reduces negative feelings, boosts joy and self-esteem and blows your mind.

OurRitual

Seed Round in 2024
OurRitual is a digital platform that transforms the way people strengthen and grow their relationships.

Superintelligent

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Superintelligent is a learning platform focused on educating individuals about artificial intelligence through interactive video lessons. It provides practical videos, hands-on tutorials, and step-by-step guides that equip users with the skills to apply AI in both personal and professional contexts. By emphasizing practical learning, Superintelligent aims to make the complexities of AI accessible to a broader audience, fostering understanding and proficiency in utilizing this transformative technology.

Modal.io

Series A in 2024
Modal is a Mastery Platform that gives every employee the skills they need to do better work by teaching them the technical skills to understand the context or the 'why' and the 'how'' in every step of the process.

Sakana AI

Seed Round in 2024
Sakana AI is an research company focused on creating innovative foundation models inspired by nature. The organization emphasizes evolution and collective intelligence in its AI development processes.

Sharpen

Series A in 2023
Sharpen is an educational platform designed to empower parents with tools to enhance early learning and reading for their children. The platform focuses on identifying learning difficulties and reading challenges at an early stage, offering various programs to support children's development. By providing access to independent assessments and genetic trait screenings, Sharpen equips parents with the necessary resources to address their children's unique needs. The company aims to ensure that every child reaches their full potential through effective, technology-driven solutions.

Amplify Education

Series C in 2023
Amplify Education, Inc. specializes in providing digital curriculum and assessment products to educators and students across the United States. The company offers a range of assessment tools, including early literacy and math software for grades K–6 and pre-K, as well as comprehensive Common Core assessment resources for grades K-12. Amplify's formative assessment products are designed to transform data into actionable instructional support, enabling educators to address the diverse needs of their students effectively. Additionally, the company delivers both print and digital curriculum materials in subjects such as English Language Arts (ELA), math, and science, along with engaging educational games that enhance students' skills in reading and STEM subjects. Amplify also supports professional development for educators, providing resources and coaching to facilitate the transition to new educational standards. Formerly known as Wireless Generation, Amplify Education has been dedicated to innovative educational solutions since its founding in 2000 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.

koala for creators

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Koala is a consumer social platform for all 200M creators worldwide to build and expand their network for purposes of social and collaborative opportunities. Connections made based on location, follower size, engagement and niche.

Millie

Seed Round in 2022
Millie is a new kind of maternity clinic. Built by moms and providers who’ve been there.

Nexford University

Series A in 2022
Nexford University is an online higher education institution founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C. It offers degree programs and courses designed to meet the demands of various industries, including technology, business, and healthcare. The university focuses on providing quality, affordable education that aligns with the needs of global employers, utilizing a curriculum informed by the skills most sought after in the job market. Nexford caters to students in multiple countries, such as the United States, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Egypt, and emphasizes flexible learning options to accommodate diverse learners. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the institution enhances its educational offerings to prepare students for success in a global workplace.

Flourish Labs

Seed Round in 2022
Flourish Labs is a healthcare company dedicated to addressing the youth mental health crisis by scaling professional peer support through technology. The organization hires and trains young adults with diverse backgrounds and experiences of mental illness or addiction to become certified Peer Support Specialists. Their HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform, Peers.net, enables teenagers and young adults aged 13 to 30 to receive one-on-one peer support from a Specialist of their choice. By combining mental health science with technological solutions, Flourish Labs aims to enhance emotional self-awareness and empower individuals to seek support during challenging times.

Neol

Seed Round in 2022
Neol is the new (and easy) way of learning and building together in a decentralized future. At Neol, we convene creative individuals, innovators, and change pioneers on web 3 to learn, work and shape futures together. To do this, we are building a decentralized and tokenized cohort-based learning and innovation services platform, powered by a curated global creative community.

Prenda

Series B in 2022
Prenda is an educational technology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Mesa, Arizona. It aims to facilitate learning in technology through informal and engaging environments, primarily targeting young people. Prenda supports libraries and schools in establishing code clubs that conduct weekly meetings, encouraging collaborative self-teaching in computer programming. Additionally, it offers in-home micro-school educational services that provide quality education via a virtual medium. This self-learning system employs a hybrid learning approach, featuring online classes, project modules, and virtual training sessions led by verified teachers. By fostering informal learning settings, Prenda enables children to explore various subjects while developing essential skills in technology.

Ender

Seed Round in 2022
We believe portfolios are the future. We're a venture-backed startup based in Austin, TX on a mission to help every kid build one by creating a competition platform where kids can win cash prizes for building apps, games, websites, and other real-world projects. We're a team of game developers, educators, engineers, and designers pioneering the first learn-to-earn education model and are funded by some of the best investors in the education and gaming space.

Shikho

Seed Round in 2022
Shikho is an innovative educational platform based in Bangladesh, focused on democratizing access to high-quality education for young learners. The platform offers a hyper-localized approach, allowing students to learn at their own pace with content that is accessible anytime and anywhere. Shikho provides live classes from expert tutors, alongside original animated video lessons tailored to individual testing performance. By incorporating gamification elements, students can earn points and badges as they progress through their syllabus, enhancing engagement and motivation. This transformative approach aims to bridge the gap between traditional educational methods and the demands of a modern, digital-first world, ultimately equipping the country's youth with essential skills for success in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Modal.io

Venture Round in 2022
Modal is a Mastery Platform that gives every employee the skills they need to do better work by teaching them the technical skills to understand the context or the 'why' and the 'how'' in every step of the process.

Englease

Seed Round in 2021
Englease is an online educational platform that offers live, accredited English classes tailored for the MENA region. It specializes in preparing users for English proficiency tests such as IELTS and TOEFL. The platform provides one-to-one sessions, allowing users to monitor their progress, reinforce their learning, and evaluate their future educational needs. By focusing on personalized learning experiences, Englease aims to enhance users' English fluency and overall language skills.

Almas Insight

Seed Round in 2021
Almas Insight focuses on enhancing the understanding of employees' soft skills and transforming this insight into actionable business data. The company develops an employee management software that incorporates gamified digital work samples, termed "gamulations," which simulate real business scenarios. This innovative approach allows organizations to observe employee behaviors and assess their capabilities through a combination of contextual video, situational simulations, and cognitive tests. By measuring various high-demand human skills, Almas Insight enables firms to hire more strategically, optimize workforce organization, and improve overall competitiveness with objective data-driven insights about their employees.

Amplify Education

Venture Round in 2021
Amplify Education, Inc. specializes in providing digital curriculum and assessment products to educators and students across the United States. The company offers a range of assessment tools, including early literacy and math software for grades K–6 and pre-K, as well as comprehensive Common Core assessment resources for grades K-12. Amplify's formative assessment products are designed to transform data into actionable instructional support, enabling educators to address the diverse needs of their students effectively. Additionally, the company delivers both print and digital curriculum materials in subjects such as English Language Arts (ELA), math, and science, along with engaging educational games that enhance students' skills in reading and STEM subjects. Amplify also supports professional development for educators, providing resources and coaching to facilitate the transition to new educational standards. Formerly known as Wireless Generation, Amplify Education has been dedicated to innovative educational solutions since its founding in 2000 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.

Teachmint

Series B in 2021
Teachmint is an education infrastructure provider that supports a global network of educators and students, facilitating effective learning outcomes. With a user base exceeding 15 million, the platform addresses the diverse needs of various educational institutions, including K-12 schools, universities, and after-school tutoring programs. Teachmint offers a live tutoring and teaching platform that features digital tools for conducting live-streaming classrooms and managing learning processes. Its mobile and web applications enable two-way streaming video, attendance tracking, content creation, and assessment management, allowing teachers to conduct classes seamlessly while enhancing the learning experience for students in a digital environment.

Brave Care

Series B in 2021
Brave Care, Inc. specializes in urgent pediatric health care services, treating a wide range of conditions, including allergies, asthma, cough, ear pain, eye issues, fever, minor fractures, and rashes. The company also offers pediatric-specific laboratory services, on-site x-ray, and light sedation for certain procedures. Founded in 2019 and based in Portland, Oregon, Brave Care operates clinics exclusively designed for children in Oregon and Texas. In addition to in-person care, the BraveCare.com website and mobile app provide nationwide pediatric advice to assist parents in supporting their children's health and development.

Ender

Pre Seed Round in 2021
We believe portfolios are the future. We're a venture-backed startup based in Austin, TX on a mission to help every kid build one by creating a competition platform where kids can win cash prizes for building apps, games, websites, and other real-world projects. We're a team of game developers, educators, engineers, and designers pioneering the first learn-to-earn education model and are funded by some of the best investors in the education and gaming space.

Nerdy

Post in 2021
Nerdy is a leading curated direct-to-consumer platform for live online learning. Nerdy’s mission is to transform the way people learn through technology. The Company’s purpose-built proprietary platform leverages technology, including AI, to connect learners of all ages to experts, delivering superior value on both sides of the network. Nerdy’s comprehensive learning destination provides learning experiences across 3,000+ subjects and multiple formats—including one-on-one instruction, small group classes, large format group classes, and adaptive self-study. Nerdy’s flagship business, Varsity Tutors, is one of the nation’s largest platforms for live online tutoring and classes.

Landed

Series B in 2021
Landed helps essential professionals (including those working in education and healthcare) buy homes and build financial security near the communities they serve through financial solutions, a network of trusted agents and lenders, and homebuying education and support.

Upright Education

Seed Round in 2021
Upright Education partners with colleges and universities to close the technology skills gap and prepare adults for the future of work. Its courses teach skills that are in the highest demand by employers across the country. It was founded in 2021 and is based in Burlington, Vermont.

Vinco

Seed Round in 2021
Vinco helps companies empower their workforce via education opportunities.

Shikho

Seed Round in 2021
Shikho is an innovative educational platform based in Bangladesh, focused on democratizing access to high-quality education for young learners. The platform offers a hyper-localized approach, allowing students to learn at their own pace with content that is accessible anytime and anywhere. Shikho provides live classes from expert tutors, alongside original animated video lessons tailored to individual testing performance. By incorporating gamification elements, students can earn points and badges as they progress through their syllabus, enhancing engagement and motivation. This transformative approach aims to bridge the gap between traditional educational methods and the demands of a modern, digital-first world, ultimately equipping the country's youth with essential skills for success in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Class Technologies

Series B in 2021
Class Technologies specializes in online learning solutions, focusing on enhancing the educational experience through its software. The company offers a virtual classroom platform that integrates with Zoom, allowing educators to manage attendance, distribute assignments, conduct assessments, and engage in individual student interactions. Key features of the software include a seating chart, ID verification, proctored exams, and participation tracking, which help optimize teaching effectiveness and student performance management. Additionally, Class provides courses in core subjects, electives, and skills development, along with program implementation services to support educational institutions in delivering effective remote education.

Sololearn

Series B in 2021
SoloLearn, Inc. is an ed-tech company founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pleasanton, California. It operates a mobile learning platform that offers over 25 interactive coding courses in programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, C++, Java, Python, Swift, and SQL. The platform is accessible via mobile applications on iOS and Android, as well as through web browsers. SoloLearn employs a Duolingo-style format featuring bite-sized lessons that combine theory with quizzes and practical exercises. Each course is structured into modules that guide learners through topics incrementally, often culminating in a comprehensive code project. The platform also fosters community engagement through features like user comments, coding challenges, and a leaderboard, supporting a global user base of over 29 million individuals seeking to enhance their coding skills.

Leap

Seed Round in 2021
Leap is a social learning community that connects writers, storytellers, and creatives via conversations and classes.

Teachmint

Series B in 2021
Teachmint is an education infrastructure provider that supports a global network of educators and students, facilitating effective learning outcomes. With a user base exceeding 15 million, the platform addresses the diverse needs of various educational institutions, including K-12 schools, universities, and after-school tutoring programs. Teachmint offers a live tutoring and teaching platform that features digital tools for conducting live-streaming classrooms and managing learning processes. Its mobile and web applications enable two-way streaming video, attendance tracking, content creation, and assessment management, allowing teachers to conduct classes seamlessly while enhancing the learning experience for students in a digital environment.

Groovetime

Seed Round in 2021
Groovetime is a mobile app designed to enhance the experience of learning and competing in dance challenges. It provides users with real-time feedback and personalized dance feeds, making the process of improving dance skills both fun and engaging. The app fosters a safe social environment where dance enthusiasts of all levels can connect with others, share their passion, and participate in challenges that encourage growth and creativity. By combining technology with the art of dance, Groovetime aims to create a positive and interactive platform for users to enjoy and excel in their dance journey.

Merlyn Mind

Venture Round in 2021
Merlyn Mind is a technology company based in New York that specializes in AI-based solutions tailored for the education sector. Founded in 2018, the company has developed Merlyn, an AI-powered digital assistant designed to enhance teaching and learning experiences. This assistant allows teachers to control multimedia applications in their classrooms through natural voice commands and remote control, facilitating a more intuitive interaction with technology. By minimizing the effort required to leverage digital tools, Merlyn Mind empowers educators to focus on delivering effective instruction while seamlessly integrating technology into their teaching practices.

Pathrise

Series A in 2021
Pathrise LLC is an online mentorship program based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing career advice and training to young professionals and students in the tech industry. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of services, including resume refinement, portfolio development, interview preparation, and negotiation techniques. Pathrise focuses on helping clients secure high-paying jobs across various fields, such as software engineering, product management, data science, and marketing. The program operates on a model of aligned incentives, where clients only pay a fee if they successfully secure a job, enabling them to invest in their career development with reduced financial risk.

Nana

Series A in 2021
Nana is a vertically integrated trade skills school that specializes in training individuals for careers in appliance repair. Recognizing the impending job displacement due to technological automation, Nana aims to support those affected by equipping them with essential trade skills. The organization offers a comprehensive mentorship program to enhance practical experience and directly connects graduates to job opportunities with major brands like Samsung and GE through its marketplace. By refining this educational pipeline and imparting essential life skills, Nana is committed to revitalizing the American workforce and generating significant economic opportunities for a new generation of tradespeople.

MindPortal

Seed Round in 2021
MindPortal is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in the development of wearable devices for brain analysis and assessment. Founded in 2019 by Ekram Alam and Jack Baber, MindPortal has created a non-invasive personal brain-computer interface that allows for the collection and transmission of information from the brain. This technology facilitates individual assessments, enabling healthcare providers to make informed clinical decisions.

Teachmint

Series A in 2021
Teachmint is an education infrastructure provider that supports a global network of educators and students, facilitating effective learning outcomes. With a user base exceeding 15 million, the platform addresses the diverse needs of various educational institutions, including K-12 schools, universities, and after-school tutoring programs. Teachmint offers a live tutoring and teaching platform that features digital tools for conducting live-streaming classrooms and managing learning processes. Its mobile and web applications enable two-way streaming video, attendance tracking, content creation, and assessment management, allowing teachers to conduct classes seamlessly while enhancing the learning experience for students in a digital environment.

Section4

Series A in 2021
Section4, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2018 that focuses on democratizing business education. It offers innovative 2-3 week educational sprints designed to make business learning accessible and engaging for a wider audience. Additionally, Section4 publishes news and stories related to business and the economy, contributing to the broader understanding of these fields.

Brave Care

Series A in 2021
Brave Care, Inc. specializes in urgent pediatric health care services, treating a wide range of conditions, including allergies, asthma, cough, ear pain, eye issues, fever, minor fractures, and rashes. The company also offers pediatric-specific laboratory services, on-site x-ray, and light sedation for certain procedures. Founded in 2019 and based in Portland, Oregon, Brave Care operates clinics exclusively designed for children in Oregon and Texas. In addition to in-person care, the BraveCare.com website and mobile app provide nationwide pediatric advice to assist parents in supporting their children's health and development.

Photomath

Series B in 2021
Photomath, Inc. is a math learning application developer based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2014. The app, which is the most widely used math education tool globally, serves over 300 million learners. It utilizes advanced AI technology to allow users to scan math problems with their device's camera, providing instant solutions and step-by-step explanations. This approach not only helps users solve equations ranging from basic arithmetic to calculus but also enhances their understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts. The company is supported by several investors, including Cherubic Ventures, Goodwater Capital, GSV Ventures, Menlo Ventures, and Learn Capital.

Kinoo

Series A in 2021
Kinoo develops tools to help in the development of children. Kinoo's products, the LeapFrog®️, LeapPad™️, and the Kinoo Magic Wand brings learning to life through physical movement and imaginative gameplay with books and magazines, screens are not required. Kinoo's content is packed with activities for skills such as music, dance, phonics, storytelling, nightly routines, and more. Children can access hours of interactive content from Kinoo's mBook library with a simple swish of the wand as they transform play into learning and learning into magic.

Higher Ground Education

Series C in 2021
Higher Ground Education is an organization committed to modernizing and mainstreaming Montessori education. Founded in 2016 and based in Lake Forest, California, the company operates primary schools for children from birth through adolescence. It provides training for educators through various formats, including in-person, at-home, and virtual learning options. Additionally, Higher Ground develops infrastructure that allows parents, students, and educators to access Montessori-inspired education and training regardless of their location. The organization's mission is to expand the reach and impact of the Montessori movement, empowering educators and enhancing the educational experiences of children worldwide.

Brainly

Series D in 2020
Brainly is an online learning platform designed to assist students and parents with homework and study help through a collaborative community. Founded in 2009 by Lukasz Haluch, Michał Borkowski, and Tomasz Kraus in Kraków, Poland, Brainly allows middle and high school students to ask questions and receive answers from peers, parents, and teachers. The platform focuses on enhancing skills in subjects such as math, science, and history, facilitating social learning and enabling users to connect and share insights. Brainly operates in 35 countries and aims to foster confidence and collaborative learning among its users. The company is supported by several investors, including Naspers and General Catalyst Partners.

Udemy

Series F in 2020
Udemy, Inc. is an online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses for students globally, covering subjects such as development, business, finance, IT, personal development, design, marketing, and health. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also provides corporate learning solutions through Udemy Business, which offers subscription access to thousands of courses and tools for employee training and development. The platform hosts a diverse marketplace with content in various languages, allowing learners to connect with real-world experts. Udemy operates primarily in North America and is structured into two segments: Consumer and Enterprise, with the latter generating the most revenue. The company's focus on leveraging data and technology aims to enhance the learning experience and facilitate effective skill development for individuals and organizations.

Nana

Seed Round in 2020
Nana is a vertically integrated trade skills school that specializes in training individuals for careers in appliance repair. Recognizing the impending job displacement due to technological automation, Nana aims to support those affected by equipping them with essential trade skills. The organization offers a comprehensive mentorship program to enhance practical experience and directly connects graduates to job opportunities with major brands like Samsung and GE through its marketplace. By refining this educational pipeline and imparting essential life skills, Nana is committed to revitalizing the American workforce and generating significant economic opportunities for a new generation of tradespeople.

Podium Education

Series A in 2020
Podium Education, Inc., based in Austin, Texas, specializes in online education services by partnering with universities to deliver undergraduate programs. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on expanding access and increasing enrollment while enhancing student outcomes. Podium provides digital skill programs that emphasize the development of in-demand technology skills and intercultural competency. Through online credit certificates and minor programs, it aims to equip students with essential skills that lead to better employment opportunities. By bridging the gap between soft skills and hard skills, Podium strives to improve educational outcomes for all students.

Coursera

Series F in 2020
Coursera, Inc. operates an online education platform that partners with over 140 universities and organizations globally, providing access to more than 1,000 courses across various fields, including business, computer science, data science, and arts. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the platform serves over 20 million registered learners, offering courses that facilitate career advancement and personal development. Coursera's offerings include video lectures, interactive quizzes, and peer-graded assessments, making education accessible to individuals worldwide. The company's business model encompasses three main segments: Consumer, Enterprise, and Degrees, with the majority of its revenue generated from the Consumer segment, which caters to individual learners seeking practical skills and certifications.

Shikho

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Shikho is an innovative educational platform based in Bangladesh, focused on democratizing access to high-quality education for young learners. The platform offers a hyper-localized approach, allowing students to learn at their own pace with content that is accessible anytime and anywhere. Shikho provides live classes from expert tutors, alongside original animated video lessons tailored to individual testing performance. By incorporating gamification elements, students can earn points and badges as they progress through their syllabus, enhancing engagement and motivation. This transformative approach aims to bridge the gap between traditional educational methods and the demands of a modern, digital-first world, ultimately equipping the country's youth with essential skills for success in a rapidly evolving global economy.

NextStep

Venture Round in 2020
NextStep is an information technology company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing training and job placement services through a mobile and web-based platform. The company focuses on the healthcare sector, offering a certified nursing assistant (CNA) training program and facilitating the recruitment, training, and placement of individuals for entry-level healthcare positions, including community health workers, home health aides, and medical assistants. NextStep aims to enable individuals to quickly and affordably re-skill themselves while assisting employers in the healthcare industry in finding qualified personnel.

Foundry College

Seed Round in 2019
Foundry College provides a practical, relevant, and accessible education that prepares working adults for success in today’s and tomorrow’s jobs.Our mission is to provide students with an education that aligns skills and knowledge with the jobs of today and tomorrow.Our vision is a skilled, informed and engaged society that grows and adapts as the world changes.

Pathrise

Seed Round in 2019
Pathrise LLC is an online mentorship program based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing career advice and training to young professionals and students in the tech industry. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of services, including resume refinement, portfolio development, interview preparation, and negotiation techniques. Pathrise focuses on helping clients secure high-paying jobs across various fields, such as software engineering, product management, data science, and marketing. The program operates on a model of aligned incentives, where clients only pay a fee if they successfully secure a job, enabling them to invest in their career development with reduced financial risk.

Monti Kids

Seed Round in 2019
Monti Kids, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Orinda, California, specializes in producing educational toys designed for children from birth to age three. The company focuses on promoting cognitive, physical, linguistic, social, and emotional development through its Montessori-based curriculum. Monti Kids provides a subscription service that delivers a new set of educational wooden toys and accompanying online guidance every three months, empowering parents to engage with their children during these critical developmental years. The offerings include instructional videos that help parents effectively introduce each toy, maximizing the learning experience.

Climb Credit

Series A in 2019
Climb Credit, Inc. is a financial services company based in New York that focuses on providing educational loans to students pursuing career-oriented training in the United States. Established in 2014, Climb aims to make skill-based education more accessible and affordable by offering tailored payment options that cater to individuals regardless of their credit history. The company partners with various educational institutions that provide diverse programs, including cybersecurity, healthcare, data science, heavy machine operation, culinary arts, and artificial intelligence. By addressing the mismatch between traditional educational pathways and the evolving demands of the job market, Climb Credit facilitates connections between learners seeking practical career training and employers in need of a skilled workforce.

Higher Ground Education

Series B in 2019
Higher Ground Education is an organization committed to modernizing and mainstreaming Montessori education. Founded in 2016 and based in Lake Forest, California, the company operates primary schools for children from birth through adolescence. It provides training for educators through various formats, including in-person, at-home, and virtual learning options. Additionally, Higher Ground develops infrastructure that allows parents, students, and educators to access Montessori-inspired education and training regardless of their location. The organization's mission is to expand the reach and impact of the Montessori movement, empowering educators and enhancing the educational experiences of children worldwide.

MakeSchool

Series B in 2019
Make School Inc. is an educational institution based in San Francisco, California, that offers both in-person courses and online tutorials focused on product development and technology. Founded in 2011, the organization provides a higher education degree program designed to bridge the gap between education and employment for high school graduates. Its curriculum covers essential areas such as computer science theory, application development, web development, open source software, networking, and communication skills. By partnering with established universities, Make School delivers instructional, curricular, and admissions services, ensuring that its educational offerings remain relevant to the modern economy and accessible to students from diverse backgrounds. This approach enables students to effectively prepare for careers as software developers or startup founders.

Differ

Venture Round in 2019
Differ is a developer of a messaging application that features chatbot teaching assistants aimed at enhancing student engagement in online and blended courses. The platform has demonstrated a significant impact on educational outcomes, achieving a 19-fold increase in student engagement and a tripling of course completion rates. Additionally, Differ's software allows students to connect with peers through a social chatbot accessible via mobile applications, fostering an informal online community while protecting users' privacy by eliminating the need to share personal phone numbers. This dual focus on both academic support and social interaction positions Differ as a valuable resource for students seeking to enhance their learning experience.

Photomath

Series A in 2018
Photomath, Inc. is a math learning application developer based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2014. The app, which is the most widely used math education tool globally, serves over 300 million learners. It utilizes advanced AI technology to allow users to scan math problems with their device's camera, providing instant solutions and step-by-step explanations. This approach not only helps users solve equations ranging from basic arithmetic to calculus but also enhances their understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts. The company is supported by several investors, including Cherubic Ventures, Goodwater Capital, GSV Ventures, Menlo Ventures, and Learn Capital.

NextStep

Seed Round in 2018
NextStep is an information technology company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing training and job placement services through a mobile and web-based platform. The company focuses on the healthcare sector, offering a certified nursing assistant (CNA) training program and facilitating the recruitment, training, and placement of individuals for entry-level healthcare positions, including community health workers, home health aides, and medical assistants. NextStep aims to enable individuals to quickly and affordably re-skill themselves while assisting employers in the healthcare industry in finding qualified personnel.

Foundry College

Venture Round in 2018
Foundry College provides a practical, relevant, and accessible education that prepares working adults for success in today’s and tomorrow’s jobs.Our mission is to provide students with an education that aligns skills and knowledge with the jobs of today and tomorrow.Our vision is a skilled, informed and engaged society that grows and adapts as the world changes.

Sololearn

Series A in 2018
SoloLearn, Inc. is an ed-tech company founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pleasanton, California. It operates a mobile learning platform that offers over 25 interactive coding courses in programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, C++, Java, Python, Swift, and SQL. The platform is accessible via mobile applications on iOS and Android, as well as through web browsers. SoloLearn employs a Duolingo-style format featuring bite-sized lessons that combine theory with quizzes and practical exercises. Each course is structured into modules that guide learners through topics incrementally, often culminating in a comprehensive code project. The platform also fosters community engagement through features like user comments, coding challenges, and a leaderboard, supporting a global user base of over 29 million individuals seeking to enhance their coding skills.

Kenzie Academy

Seed Round in 2018
Kenzie Academy, Inc. operates as a software engineering apprenticeship school dedicated to addressing the shortage of tech talent in the United States. Founded in 2017 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, the academy offers a range of educational programs, including coding bootcamps and online courses, designed to provide students with essential training, mentorship, and hands-on experience. Programs vary in length from six months to two years, culminating in a paid apprenticeship opportunity. Kenzie Academy emphasizes job placement as a primary goal, assisting graduates in securing positions either within its consulting arm or at various technology firms. The academy's leadership and instructors are experienced professionals committed to supporting students throughout their educational journey.
Learning Machine Technologies, Inc. specializes in blockchain-based secure credentialing systems, enabling governments, companies, and educational institutions to create, issue, and manage digital records. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, the company has positioned itself as a leader in the digital credentials space by developing the Blockcerts open standard in collaboration with the MIT Media Lab. The Learning Machine Federated Issuing System allows organizations to issue blockchain records efficiently and at scale, while also supporting multi-chain issuing and self-sovereign identity. This innovative approach is transforming how records are issued and verified across various sectors. As of early 2020, Learning Machine operates as a subsidiary of Hyland Software, Inc.

Mentor Collective

Venture Round in 2018
Mentor Collective is a Boston-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in providing platforms for universities to implement and manage mentoring programs. It offers a comprehensive range of services including program design, mentorship operations, a content library, and assessment and analytics to enhance student engagement and success. By connecting students with relevant near-peer mentors, Mentor Collective aims to improve retention rates and overall student experiences. The organization partners with over 120 universities, including notable institutions such as Princeton and UC Davis, to ensure that all students have access to mentorship opportunities. The company has received recognition for its impact in the education sector, including placements in the Inc. 5000 list and accolades from Forbes and BostInno.

Varsity Tutors

Series C in 2018
Varsity Tutors LLC is a live learning platform that connects students with experts for personalized tutoring services in various subjects. Founded in 2007 and based in Clayton, Missouri, the company operates the largest tutoring and live instruction platform in the United States. It offers online, mobile, and instant tutoring, allowing learners to access assistance in over 3,000 subjects and topics. The platform facilitates learning through one-on-one sessions, small group settings, and large-scale classes. With a focus on personalization and the integration of artificial intelligence, Varsity Tutors aims to enhance the educational experience, providing students with a supportive environment to excel and foster creativity.

Wonderschool

Venture Round in 2018
Wonderschool, founded in 2016 in California by a team of educators and technologists, provides a platform that enables individuals to launch infant and toddler programs and preschools from their homes. The company supports experienced educators and childcare providers in establishing their own childcare facilities, regardless of their living arrangements, whether in apartments, condos, or houses. Wonderschool offers comprehensive assistance with licensing, program setup, marketing, and various operational needs. Its software platform allows educators to manage their students, parents, and programs seamlessly from a single dashboard. Additionally, Wonderschool features a marketplace where parents can search for programs, schedule visits, enroll their children, and make payments. Committed to enhancing access to quality early education, Wonderschool recognizes the importance of early childhood development in cognitive, motor, behavioral, and social skills.

Peergrade

Seed Round in 2017
Give students a better learning experience with faster and more thorough feedback while saving time and money. Peer grading offers a way to dramatically reduce the time spent on grading while increasing the quality of feedback.

Qualified

Seed Round in 2017
Qualified is an online assessment platform designed to help companies identify top engineering talent through real-world coding challenges. The platform utilizes automated code assessments and a live interview tool, providing a format that simulates actual coding environments. This approach allows organizations to effectively evaluate the technical capabilities of potential hires while streamlining the recruitment process. By integrating testing frameworks, Qualified enables businesses to assess the skill strengths of candidates in a developer-friendly manner, ultimately facilitating the hiring of high-performing engineers.

Sixup

Convertible Note in 2017
Sixup is a for-profit technology company based in San Francisco that focuses on providing scalable financing and support to high-achieving, low-income students seeking higher education. The company operates an online lending platform that offers responsible and affordable loans with minimal paperwork, making it easier for these students to access financial resources. Sixup's innovative approach combines community, finance, and technology to create a new asset class called Future-Prime, which encompasses around 7 million students and represents a significant annual funding volume. With $14 million in equity financing and an additional $41 million in lending and grant capital from various investors, including major financial institutions and foundations, Sixup has established partnerships with numerous advocacy and community organizations. These collaborations enhance its mission to support underserved students in their educational pursuits while operating as a consumer lender across 18 states.

Mystery.org

Seed Round in 2017
Mystery.org is an educational platform focused on providing multimedia science and STEM lessons specifically designed for K-5 students. The organization aims to foster curiosity and a deeper understanding of scientific concepts by addressing common questions that children have about the world around them. It began by compiling the 150 most frequently asked science questions and creating engaging, ready-to-teach lessons that empower elementary school teachers to deliver effective instruction. By enhancing students' scientific inquisitiveness, Mystery.org helps children investigate their questions and grasp academic concepts in a meaningful way.

Scoutible

Seed Round in 2017
Scoutible, Inc. operates a game-based hiring platform that utilizes immersive mobile games to identify suitable job candidates. Founded in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, the company employs patent-pending technology and machine learning algorithms to assess players' cognitive and personality traits during gameplay. This innovative approach allows Scoutible to match candidates' attributes with the characteristics of top performers within organizations, thereby streamlining the hiring process. Employers can effectively identify and communicate with qualified candidates while individuals can discover their strengths through gameplay.

MissionU

Series A in 2017
MissionU is a college alternative that gives students the skills and experience needed to succeed in today’s competitive working world while allowing them to graduate debt-free with no upfront tuition. Led by Pencils of Promise founder Adam Braun, who created the company with co-founder and Chief Product Officer Mike Adams, MissionU is the only program that combines general education with specialized skills training to prepare individuals for real-world jobs. By employing an income-share agreement model, MissionU only requires students to pay once they are earning $50,000 or more, during which they pay 15% of their income for three years back to the company.

Eduflow

Seed Round in 2017
Eduflow is an online platform designed to create and manage various learning experiences. It offers tools that enable teachers to set assignments and establish grading criteria, facilitating a system where students can submit their work, typically in the form of documents. The platform emphasizes peer feedback, allowing students to evaluate each other's submissions, which not only saves time for teachers but also enhances the learning process. By streamlining the grading process, Eduflow aims to improve educational outcomes in university courses.

Outschool

Seed Round in 2017
Outschool connects motivated learners, parents, and teachers together to create great learning experiences. Their mission is to build the biggest and best global school by offering unique online classes from hundreds of independent teachers. Outschool teachers may be certified teachers, artists, scientists, or other adults with expertise or interest in teaching. It was founded in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Coursera

Series D in 2017
Coursera, Inc. operates an online education platform that partners with over 140 universities and organizations globally, providing access to more than 1,000 courses across various fields, including business, computer science, data science, and arts. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the platform serves over 20 million registered learners, offering courses that facilitate career advancement and personal development. Coursera's offerings include video lectures, interactive quizzes, and peer-graded assessments, making education accessible to individuals worldwide. The company's business model encompasses three main segments: Consumer, Enterprise, and Degrees, with the majority of its revenue generated from the Consumer segment, which caters to individual learners seeking practical skills and certifications.

Extern

Seed Round in 2017
Extern is a pioneer in the realm of remote externships, providing a platform that enables companies to offer real work experiences to students, regardless of their background or prior experience. By creating a structured environment for remote learning and collaboration, Extern facilitates meaningful professional interactions between students and established organizations, helping students acquire the work credentials that are increasingly vital in today’s job market. The platform supports a diverse range of well-known brands, allowing them to engage with students and enhance their employer branding through impactful externship programs. Extern aims to democratize access to work experience, making it available to anyone with the motivation to learn and grow, thus contributing to workforce mobility and skills development in the evolving economy. Backed by prominent investors, Extern is committed to reshaping the intersections of work, education, and credentialing for future generations.

Climb Credit

Seed Round in 2017
Climb Credit, Inc. is a financial services company based in New York that focuses on providing educational loans to students pursuing career-oriented training in the United States. Established in 2014, Climb aims to make skill-based education more accessible and affordable by offering tailored payment options that cater to individuals regardless of their credit history. The company partners with various educational institutions that provide diverse programs, including cybersecurity, healthcare, data science, heavy machine operation, culinary arts, and artificial intelligence. By addressing the mismatch between traditional educational pathways and the evolving demands of the job market, Climb Credit facilitates connections between learners seeking practical career training and employers in need of a skilled workforce.

Learners Guild

Venture Round in 2017
17 million young people in the United States are un(der)employed while the demand for technology related jobs exceeds the supply. At Learners Guild, we’re solving this problem by providing a software education fellowship with life-changing curriculum and community support. Our products are built upon the premise that life is a process of continuous learning, building, and perfecting pursuits of livelihood, community and purpose. Learners Guild, a California B-Corp following the principles of holocracy, is a network of guild-style professional schools that transform students into high-skilled workers in one year. We have a unique financing model that aligns student and institutional success, and allows us to profitably recruit & train the most ambitious students, regardless of financial background. Together, we can transform the trillion dollar higher education market and fix the gap for talented software developers in the coming connected device era.

Teachable

Series A in 2017
Teachable Inc. is an online education platform that enables users to create and sell courses with ease. The platform allows educators to build customized course websites, manage branding, student data, and pricing all in one place. Users can import various content formats, including text, images, audio, and video, and personalize their courses with logos and styles. Teachable provides features such as multi-language support, a course page editor, blogs, quizzes, discussion forums, and analytics to enhance the teaching experience. The platform is designed for a diverse range of users, including teachers, authors, and entrepreneurs, facilitating the delivery of diverse educational offerings such as video classes, group coaching, and webinars. Established in 2014 and based in New York, Teachable, formerly known as Fedora, operates as a subsidiary of Launch Pad Tecnologia e Serviços S.A.

CodeHS

Seed Round in 2016
CodeHS is a comprehensive teaching platform for helping schools teach computer science. We provide web-based curriculum, teacher tools and resources, and professional development. Schools have access to a 6th-12th grade computer science curriculum for free, and much more on pro — including lesson plans, a gradebook, progress tracking and dedicated support.

Sololearn

Seed Round in 2016
SoloLearn, Inc. is an ed-tech company founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pleasanton, California. It operates a mobile learning platform that offers over 25 interactive coding courses in programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, C++, Java, Python, Swift, and SQL. The platform is accessible via mobile applications on iOS and Android, as well as through web browsers. SoloLearn employs a Duolingo-style format featuring bite-sized lessons that combine theory with quizzes and practical exercises. Each course is structured into modules that guide learners through topics incrementally, often culminating in a comprehensive code project. The platform also fosters community engagement through features like user comments, coding challenges, and a leaderboard, supporting a global user base of over 29 million individuals seeking to enhance their coding skills.

Smashcut

Seed Round in 2016
Smashcut is an education technology and content company founded in 2016 by Daniel Blackman, who previously co-founded Howcast and held executive roles at Google and YouTube. The company has developed a next-generation learning platform that focuses on video-centric and collaborative education. Smashcut partners with educational brands to create and implement customized online programs that emphasize real-time media-based instruction. Its platform features collaborative elements and allows for live one-on-one video sessions between students and instructors, enabling students to share, evaluate, and discuss their project-based work across various academic disciplines.

MissionU

Seed Round in 2016
MissionU is a college alternative that gives students the skills and experience needed to succeed in today’s competitive working world while allowing them to graduate debt-free with no upfront tuition. Led by Pencils of Promise founder Adam Braun, who created the company with co-founder and Chief Product Officer Mike Adams, MissionU is the only program that combines general education with specialized skills training to prepare individuals for real-world jobs. By employing an income-share agreement model, MissionU only requires students to pay once they are earning $50,000 or more, during which they pay 15% of their income for three years back to the company.

ProSky

Seed Round in 2016
ProSky, Inc. is an HR SaaS platform based in Lehi, Utah, that offers a comprehensive solution for automating human resource activities. Founded in 2014, ProSky streamlines the processes of recruiting, hiring, and employee development by providing predictive intelligence and insights into candidates' and employees' aptitude, technical skills, and interpersonal abilities. Its platform enables companies across various industries, including technology, finance, consulting, retail, healthcare, and aviation, to effectively evaluate candidates and develop employees through structured succession pathways. By facilitating efficient recruitment, training, retention, and organizational growth, ProSky aims to help businesses cultivate diverse talent and foster a strong cultural fit within their workforce.

Fluent City

Seed Round in 2016
Fluent City is a language company that offers online classes in 11 different languages. We're on a mission to help you achieve your language-learning goals by teaching you how to talk about the things you care about most. Our team uses AI and natural language processing technology to provide hyper-relevant content and personalized, engaging lesson plans that help you get fluent faster.

Wonder Workshop

Series B in 2016
Wonder Workshop is an educational company based in Sunnyvale, California, that focuses on teaching children coding and robotics through engaging technology. Founded in 2012, the company offers a range of products, including the Dash and Dot robots, which can be programmed using mobile devices. These robots allow children to collaborate, create programs, and see their coding efforts come to life. Wonder Workshop also provides a variety of accessories, such as xylophones and building connectors, to enhance the robotics experience. Additionally, the company offers Class Connect, a suite of online tools designed to assist educators in integrating coding and robotics into their classrooms. The team behind Wonder Workshop comprises experts from various fields, including software and hardware design, education, and business, all working together to foster creativity and inspire lifelong learning among children.

Andela

Series B in 2016
Andela is a company that specializes in recruiting and managing software developers, primarily from emerging markets, and providing them with the necessary training and mentorship to succeed in the global tech landscape. Founded in 2014 and based in Lagos, Nigeria, Andela operates a significant marketplace for skilled digital talent, leveraging an AI-powered platform known as Andela Talent Cloud. This platform enhances the efficiency of matching companies with qualified developers, allowing clients to hire talent quickly and cost-effectively. Andela supports companies in various aspects of hiring, including compliance and payroll, while offering a diverse talent pool skilled in advanced technologies such as application development, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. With a presence in over 135 countries, Andela connects businesses with vetted remote engineers, helping them scale their teams and meet project demands effectively. Notable clients include GitHub, Mastercard Foundry, and Mindshare.

Teachable

Seed Round in 2016
Teachable Inc. is an online education platform that enables users to create and sell courses with ease. The platform allows educators to build customized course websites, manage branding, student data, and pricing all in one place. Users can import various content formats, including text, images, audio, and video, and personalize their courses with logos and styles. Teachable provides features such as multi-language support, a course page editor, blogs, quizzes, discussion forums, and analytics to enhance the teaching experience. The platform is designed for a diverse range of users, including teachers, authors, and entrepreneurs, facilitating the delivery of diverse educational offerings such as video classes, group coaching, and webinars. Established in 2014 and based in New York, Teachable, formerly known as Fedora, operates as a subsidiary of Launch Pad Tecnologia e Serviços S.A.

EduNav

Series A in 2016
EduNav, Inc. specializes in developing academic planning and optimization software tailored for the higher education sector. Its flagship product, EduNav, utilizes Big Data, combinatorial algorithms, and machine learning to help students map out their optimal paths to graduation. The software enhances student retention and timely degree completion while reducing unnecessary credit hours. Additionally, EduNav offers SmartPlan, a tool for degree, career, and transfer planning, alongside a predictive enrollment management solution designed for institutional administrators. Founded in 2013 and based in Cupertino, California, EduNav leverages its team's extensive experience in the education technology field to continually innovate and address the needs of colleges and universities.

Schoold

Seed Round in 2016
The world's #1 college search and counseling mobile app, we're helping 1M+ students figure out where to go to college and how to pay for it. Download at: http://social.schoold.co.

Photomath

Seed Round in 2016
Photomath, Inc. is a math learning application developer based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2014. The app, which is the most widely used math education tool globally, serves over 300 million learners. It utilizes advanced AI technology to allow users to scan math problems with their device's camera, providing instant solutions and step-by-step explanations. This approach not only helps users solve equations ranging from basic arithmetic to calculus but also enhances their understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts. The company is supported by several investors, including Cherubic Ventures, Goodwater Capital, GSV Ventures, Menlo Ventures, and Learn Capital.

Sixup

Seed Round in 2016
Sixup is a for-profit technology company based in San Francisco that focuses on providing scalable financing and support to high-achieving, low-income students seeking higher education. The company operates an online lending platform that offers responsible and affordable loans with minimal paperwork, making it easier for these students to access financial resources. Sixup's innovative approach combines community, finance, and technology to create a new asset class called Future-Prime, which encompasses around 7 million students and represents a significant annual funding volume. With $14 million in equity financing and an additional $41 million in lending and grant capital from various investors, including major financial institutions and foundations, Sixup has established partnerships with numerous advocacy and community organizations. These collaborations enhance its mission to support underserved students in their educational pursuits while operating as a consumer lender across 18 states.

CourseHorse

Series B in 2016
CourseHorse is a provider of a learning platform used to centralize the learning opportunities. Its platform partners with providers of Spanish lessons, cooking courses, yoga classes, and other classes to create a single destination for people seeking personal interest education that enables people to increase ease and confidence in discovering the path to personal enrichment. It was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York.

BUILD ACADEMY

Seed Round in 2016
Build Academy, Inc. operates an e-learning platform focused on professional development within the building industry, including architecture, engineering, real estate, and construction. Based in New York, the company offers a range of online and blended learning courses designed for building professionals, companies, and governmental organizations globally. By providing high-quality educational programs, Build Academy enhances the capabilities of its clients, enabling them to achieve their objectives and successfully implement high-impact projects. The platform fosters a global community of professionals, empowering them with essential skills and knowledge necessary for collaboration and effective project execution.
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