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

Past deals in Education

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Vinco

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

Class Technologies

Series B in 2021
Class provides Class for Zoom, which integrates the Class software on the Zoom Meetings platform to help teachers take attendance, hand out assignments, give a quiz or test, grade work, proctor exams, or talk one-on-one with a student.

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.

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.

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.

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.

On Deck

Series A in 2021
On Deck is a platform designed to support ambitious individuals globally by providing fellowship programs that accelerate career development and entrepreneurial ideas. The company fosters a collaborative community and offers action-oriented programming to help founders and aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the early stages of starting a business. By creating an environment conducive to growth, On Deck equips participants with essential guidance and resources, enabling them to refine their ideas and establish meaningful connections. Through its focus on personal and professional development, On Deck aims to empower individuals to achieve their goals more efficiently.

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.

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.

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.

Springboard

Series B in 2020
Springboard is an online learning platform focused on preparing students for careers in the technology sector. It provides a comprehensive workforce upskilling program that combines expert mentorship, a cutting-edge curriculum, and personalized support. Aimed primarily at working professionals seeking to advance their skills or transition into new careers, Springboard offers self-paced courses in areas such as data science, UX design, and software engineering. The platform emphasizes job readiness, featuring a data science career track with a job guarantee that promises employment within six months of graduation, or a full tuition refund. With a commitment to making quality education accessible, Springboard equips its students to develop industry-relevant skills through practical projects, including capstone portfolios that showcase their expertise.

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.

Springboard

Series A in 2019
Springboard is an online learning platform focused on preparing students for careers in the technology sector. It provides a comprehensive workforce upskilling program that combines expert mentorship, a cutting-edge curriculum, and personalized support. Aimed primarily at working professionals seeking to advance their skills or transition into new careers, Springboard offers self-paced courses in areas such as data science, UX design, and software engineering. The platform emphasizes job readiness, featuring a data science career track with a job guarantee that promises employment within six months of graduation, or a full tuition refund. With a commitment to making quality education accessible, Springboard equips its students to develop industry-relevant skills through practical projects, including capstone portfolios that showcase their expertise.

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.

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.

Make School

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
Makers of Differ, a messaging app with chatbot teaching assistants. 19x increased student engagement and 3x increased course completion rates in online and blended courses.

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.

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.

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.

VIPKid

Series D in 2018
VIPKid is an education technology company that facilitates real-time online English immersion learning for children, primarily in China. Founded in 2013 and launched in 2014, VIPKid connects over 500,000 paying students with more than 60,000 teachers from the United States and Canada. The platform aims to provide an American elementary school experience, allowing Chinese students, especially those in remote areas, to learn English and gain a broader understanding of the world from their homes. VIPKid emphasizes personalized learning to cater to the unique needs of each student, fostering curiosity and cultural exchange. The company has established itself as a market leader in online education in China, attracting significant investments from notable venture capital firms.

Springboard

Series A in 2017
Springboard is an online learning platform focused on preparing students for careers in the technology sector. It provides a comprehensive workforce upskilling program that combines expert mentorship, a cutting-edge curriculum, and personalized support. Aimed primarily at working professionals seeking to advance their skills or transition into new careers, Springboard offers self-paced courses in areas such as data science, UX design, and software engineering. The platform emphasizes job readiness, featuring a data science career track with a job guarantee that promises employment within six months of graduation, or a full tuition refund. With a commitment to making quality education accessible, Springboard equips its students to develop industry-relevant skills through practical projects, including capstone portfolios that showcase their expertise.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

VIPKid

Series C in 2016
VIPKid is an education technology company that facilitates real-time online English immersion learning for children, primarily in China. Founded in 2013 and launched in 2014, VIPKid connects over 500,000 paying students with more than 60,000 teachers from the United States and Canada. The platform aims to provide an American elementary school experience, allowing Chinese students, especially those in remote areas, to learn English and gain a broader understanding of the world from their homes. VIPKid emphasizes personalized learning to cater to the unique needs of each student, fostering curiosity and cultural exchange. The company has established itself as a market leader in online education in China, attracting significant investments from notable venture capital firms.

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.

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.

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.

EdSurge

Series A in 2015
EdSurge, Inc. operates a community focused on innovation in education technology, providing news, insights, and resources for educators, entrepreneurs, and investors. Founded in 2011 and based in Burlingame, California, EdSurge features a product browser that allows users to filter information by subject, audience, and technology platform. The organization is recognized for its comprehensive database of edtech products and companies, as well as its regular reporting on the education technology ecosystem. EdSurge publishes a weekly newsletter, hosts events such as the San Francisco education technology meetup and a series of nationwide summits, and runs the Digital Innovation in Learning Awards. Additionally, it offers a jobs board and the Edtech Concierge service to assist education leaders in selecting appropriate tools. With a mix of technologists, educators, and journalists, EdSurge aims to foster the effective adoption of education technology through impartial reporting and community engagement. The organization has received venture funding and grants from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Mentor Collective

Venture Round in 2015
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.

WriteLab

Seed Round in 2015
WriteLab is an online writing platform offering immediate, objective, and constructive responses to any writer's prose. WriteLab utilizes probability and statistics to identify patterns in each writer's choices. Writers can accept or reject suggestions, and WriteLab learns continuously from these choices, customizing its algorithms to suit users' preferences. Users receive customized feedback, generating powerful analytics. The platform designed for high school and higher education students that provide specific feedback and editing suggestions to uploaded essays Student users can share drafts with instructors on WriteLab, and instructors can read and respond to students'​ writing and leave comments of their own. It addresses these issues by offering immediate editorial assistance at any time.

Coursera

Series C in 2015
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.

BrightBytes

Series C in 2015
BrightBytes provides the first SaaS-based data analytics platform that measures and links technology use in education to learning outcomes. It leverages data to understand and improve learning with technology. Its team is made up of Data Scientists, Educational Researchers, Developers, and Data Visualization Experts. The platform also enables educators to cleanse, integrate, and bi-directionally to manage complex data from multiple systems. It was founded in 2012 and is located in San Francisco, California.

BloomBoard

Series B in 2015
BloomBoard, founded in 2010 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops online professional development tools for educators. The company provides resources for schools, including observation and evaluation tools, individualized learning plans, and a marketplace for workshops focused on educator advancement. BloomBoard facilitates a transition from traditional professional development to a more impactful model through micro-certification, allowing educators to enhance their teaching practices and advance their careers by earning micro-credentials. By partnering with states and districts, BloomBoard aims to promote meaningful educator development rooted in measurable certification, ultimately contributing to improvements in the education sector.

Learner-Centered Collaborative

Series B in 2015
AltSchool is an interdisciplinary team of educators, technologists and entrepreneurs building a network of schools that prepare students for our changing world. Each individual school is able to adapt to the needs of students, families and the surrounding community; the larger network connects everyone together and enables a far greater impact in our efforts to improve education. Underlying it all is a platform and curriculum that is personalized to each individual child.

Educents

Seed Round in 2015
Educents Inc. is an online marketplace based in San Francisco, California, established in 2013, that connects students, parents, homeschoolers, and educators with a variety of educational products. The platform specializes in innovative resources including science kits, curriculum packs, books, and art supplies, as well as digital downloads and online programs available for international customers. Educents serves as a two-sided marketplace, allowing individual content creators, small businesses, and publishers to set up their own storefronts. By providing integrated payment and communication tools, Educents simplifies the marketing process for these vendors while ensuring that teachers and parents have easy access to high-quality educational resources. The company has distributed over 2.5 million educational products, establishing itself as a trusted source for enhancing children's education.

Teachable

Seed Round in 2015
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 2015
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.

Minerva Project

Series B in 2014
Minerva Project, Inc. is an educational institution headquartered in San Francisco, California, that offers undergraduate courses through Minerva Schools at KGI. Founded in 2011, the organization emphasizes a liberal arts and sciences education aimed at developing global leaders and innovators equipped to navigate the complexities of the 21st century. Minerva integrates pedagogy, curriculum, and the learning environment to enhance educational outcomes for students. Additionally, it operates the Minerva Institute for Research and Scholarship, which provides scholarship and loan programs for higher education. Minerva Schools, established in 2013, further exemplify the organization's commitment to innovative education.

Rockit Online

Seed Round in 2014
Rockit Online is an online educational platform focused on providing English language learning services to students and young professionals in Asia, particularly in Vietnam. The platform combines live instruction from bilingual teachers with multimedia content to offer an effective and accessible learning experience. By prioritizing affordability and convenience, Rockit Online aims to equip learners with the necessary language skills to thrive in an increasingly global job market. In addition to its language offerings, the company also operates an online media platform that shares data and insights on various topics, including beauty, skincare, fashion, healthcare, and technology, allowing individuals to learn from expert experiences in these fields.

Edmodo

Series D in 2014
Edmodo, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates communication and collaboration among educators, students, parents, and administrators. Founded in 2008 and based in San Mateo, California, Edmodo serves as a global education network with over 77 million users across approximately 550,000 schools worldwide. The platform is designed to protect the privacy of its users, providing a secure environment for sharing educational resources and fostering interaction. Edmodo offers tools that assist school leaders in leveraging analytics, delivering professional development, and improving learning outcomes through formative assessments. Its features include the ability to post classroom materials, share multimedia content, and access important academic information such as homework and grades. By connecting teachers, students, and parents, Edmodo aims to enhance the educational experience and support learners in discovering their passions and improving their skills. As of May 2018, Edmodo operates as a subsidiary of Best Assistant Education Online Limited.

Mystery.org

Seed Round in 2014
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.

Mystery.org

Seed Round in 2014
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.

Learner-Centered Collaborative

Series A in 2014
AltSchool is an interdisciplinary team of educators, technologists and entrepreneurs building a network of schools that prepare students for our changing world. Each individual school is able to adapt to the needs of students, families and the surrounding community; the larger network connects everyone together and enables a far greater impact in our efforts to improve education. Underlying it all is a platform and curriculum that is personalized to each individual child.

BrightBytes

Series B in 2014
BrightBytes provides the first SaaS-based data analytics platform that measures and links technology use in education to learning outcomes. It leverages data to understand and improve learning with technology. Its team is made up of Data Scientists, Educational Researchers, Developers, and Data Visualization Experts. The platform also enables educators to cleanse, integrate, and bi-directionally to manage complex data from multiple systems. It was founded in 2012 and is located in San Francisco, California.

MasteryConnect

Series A in 2014
MasteryConnect is an educational technology company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. It offers a comprehensive assessment and curriculum platform that supports educators in identifying student understanding, targeting interventions, and personalizing learning experiences. The platform enables teachers to conduct various formative and benchmark assessments, automates grading, and facilitates the monitoring of student performance against core standards. By leveraging data, MasteryConnect empowers educators to evaluate their teaching practices and communicate effectively with parents and administrators, ultimately driving student growth and success.

EdSurge

Series A in 2014
EdSurge, Inc. operates a community focused on innovation in education technology, providing news, insights, and resources for educators, entrepreneurs, and investors. Founded in 2011 and based in Burlingame, California, EdSurge features a product browser that allows users to filter information by subject, audience, and technology platform. The organization is recognized for its comprehensive database of edtech products and companies, as well as its regular reporting on the education technology ecosystem. EdSurge publishes a weekly newsletter, hosts events such as the San Francisco education technology meetup and a series of nationwide summits, and runs the Digital Innovation in Learning Awards. Additionally, it offers a jobs board and the Edtech Concierge service to assist education leaders in selecting appropriate tools. With a mix of technologists, educators, and journalists, EdSurge aims to foster the effective adoption of education technology through impartial reporting and community engagement. The organization has received venture funding and grants from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Bridge International Academies

Series A in 2014
Bridge International Academies is an operator of scholastic academy services used to provide education to underprivileged children. Its services provide lessons based on national curricula, develop in-depth teacher training and programs, and use cutting-edge wireless technology that enables underprivileged children to get the right education, free of cost, for a brighter future.

Coursera

Series B in 2013
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.

Verbling

Seed Round in 2013
Verbling, Inc. is an online platform that connects language learners with professional teachers through video chat. Founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, Verbling's mission is to empower individuals worldwide to achieve fluency in foreign languages. The platform enables users to access language lessons at any time, with teachers available around the clock to accommodate various time zones. All instructors undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure high-quality teaching, reflected in the average student rating of 4.9 out of 5. As of January 2020, Verbling operates as a subsidiary of Busuu Limited.

NoRedInk

Seed Round in 2013
NoRedInk is a web-based learning platform focused on enhancing the writing and grammar skills of students in grades 4-12. It offers engaging, adaptive exercises that are tailored to individual interests, such as sports teams and pop culture, which helps make the learning experience more relatable and enjoyable. The platform identifies grammatical errors in students' writing, provides tailored tutorials, and offers follow-up exercises to reinforce learning. Additionally, it delivers actionable performance data to teachers and administrators, enabling them to assess each student's strengths and weaknesses effectively. With its usage in over half of the school districts in the United States, NoRedInk aims to unlock every student’s writing potential through a modern approach to writing education.

Storybird

Series A in 2013
Storybird Inc. operates an online platform designed for writers, readers, and artists to create, read, and share visual stories. Founded in 2009 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the platform curates artwork from illustrators and animators worldwide, inspiring users of all ages to craft narratives from these images. Storybird serves as a storytelling community for families, educators, and both amateur and professional writers. With over 5 million members, including more than 400,000 educators, the platform has facilitated the creation of approximately 15 million stories, which have been read for several billion minutes. Through its simple tools, Storybird enables users to quickly build digital books, discover new authors, and connect with fellow readers, fostering a vibrant environment that encourages creativity and storytelling.

Coursera

Series B in 2013
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.

popexpert

Seed Round in 2013
Learn life and work skills directly from top experts for a happier, healthier, more productive you. From mindfulness to entrepreneurship and all the skills between, popexpert makes it easy to learn what you need to excel. Get access to original classes and personalized coaching from thousands of top experts at home or on-the-go, from anywhere in the world. Join people from more than 90 countries learning from hundreds of classes and thousands of experts. Ready to dive deeper? Subscribe to a learning institute for unlimited access to hundreds of original video and audio classes designed to help you master key topics whether you’re just getting started or already on your journey.

BrightBytes

Seed Round in 2013
BrightBytes provides the first SaaS-based data analytics platform that measures and links technology use in education to learning outcomes. It leverages data to understand and improve learning with technology. Its team is made up of Data Scientists, Educational Researchers, Developers, and Data Visualization Experts. The platform also enables educators to cleanse, integrate, and bi-directionally to manage complex data from multiple systems. It was founded in 2012 and is located in San Francisco, California.

MasteryConnect

Series A in 2013
MasteryConnect is an educational technology company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. It offers a comprehensive assessment and curriculum platform that supports educators in identifying student understanding, targeting interventions, and personalizing learning experiences. The platform enables teachers to conduct various formative and benchmark assessments, automates grading, and facilitates the monitoring of student performance against core standards. By leveraging data, MasteryConnect empowers educators to evaluate their teaching practices and communicate effectively with parents and administrators, ultimately driving student growth and success.

NovoEd

Seed Round in 2013
NovoEd, Inc. is a software company that operates an online collaborative learning platform designed to enhance business performance through experiential learning. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a software-as-a-service solution that fosters project collaboration, feedback sharing, and skill application in the workplace. NovoEd's platform is utilized by global corporations, executive education providers, and training firms to develop essential capabilities through structured practice, mentorship, and group collaboration. The company offers various professional services, including strategy assessment, instructional design, course development, and learning analytics. Its tailored solutions encompass leadership development, digital transformation, employee onboarding, and diversity initiatives, catering to a wide range of sectors such as technology, healthcare, finance, and education. By connecting diverse learners and facilitators in an impactful online setting, NovoEd aims to unlock organizational knowledge and drive measurable outcomes.

Udemy

Series B in 2012
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.

Chromatik

Seed Round in 2012
Chromatik connects the world's musicians. Their applications enable millions of musicians to play, learn, and share their favorite music through sheet music, guitar tabs, lyrics, and more. Chromatik was acquired by TakeLessons (https://TakeLessons.com) in April 2017.

eduClipper

Seed Round in 2012
eduClipper, Inc. operates an educational digital platform that allows teachers and students to create virtual clipboards for sharing various types of content, including links, images, videos, and documents. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the platform serves as a social resource for educators and students, facilitating the collection, organization, and discussion of educational materials. Additionally, eduClipper enables users to develop digital portfolios, enhancing their ability to showcase their work and contributions in an educational context. By providing tools for collaboration and content curation, the platform aims to enrich the learning experience both inside and outside the classroom.

Desmos

Venture Round in 2012
Desmos, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that offers a web-based graphing calculator designed for educational purposes. Founded in 2007 and originally named Tutor Trove, LLC, the company aims to enhance mathematical learning for students and teachers in the United States and internationally. Its platform provides users with the ability to graph functions, plot data tables, evaluate equations, and explore mathematical transformations. By delivering a platform-agnostic software solution, Desmos bridges the gap between different classrooms and facilitates a connection between classroom learning and home study. The interactive graphing platform features a robust math engine that allows users to instantly plot various mathematical equations, making math more accessible and engaging for learners.

eSpark

Series A in 2012
eSpark, Inc. specializes in developing educational applications for iPad, aimed primarily at elementary school students. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Chicago, with an additional office in San Francisco, the company offers tools such as Frontier, which engages students in writing, and eSpark, which provides differentiated instruction in math and English Language Arts (ELA). eSpark's mission focuses on creating a student-centered learning environment, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to achieve their academic goals, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Edmodo

Series C in 2012
Edmodo, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates communication and collaboration among educators, students, parents, and administrators. Founded in 2008 and based in San Mateo, California, Edmodo serves as a global education network with over 77 million users across approximately 550,000 schools worldwide. The platform is designed to protect the privacy of its users, providing a secure environment for sharing educational resources and fostering interaction. Edmodo offers tools that assist school leaders in leveraging analytics, delivering professional development, and improving learning outcomes through formative assessments. Its features include the ability to post classroom materials, share multimedia content, and access important academic information such as homework and grades. By connecting teachers, students, and parents, Edmodo aims to enhance the educational experience and support learners in discovering their passions and improving their skills. As of May 2018, Edmodo operates as a subsidiary of Best Assistant Education Online Limited.

LearnZillion

Seed Round in 2012
LearnZillion provides educators with curricular products for the new standards in digital and print. Its platform offers access to instructional materials for mathematics and literacy, as well as provides task-implementation guides for teachers that enable students and teachers to get benefited from each other through interactive learning. LearnZillion was founded in 2011 and is based in Washington, District of Columbia.

Verbling

Seed Round in 2012
Verbling, Inc. is an online platform that connects language learners with professional teachers through video chat. Founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, Verbling's mission is to empower individuals worldwide to achieve fluency in foreign languages. The platform enables users to access language lessons at any time, with teachers available around the clock to accommodate various time zones. All instructors undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure high-quality teaching, reflected in the average student rating of 4.9 out of 5. As of January 2020, Verbling operates as a subsidiary of Busuu Limited.

OneSchool

Seed Round in 2012
OneSchool, a free mobile app for college students which provides easy access to maps, course schedules, directories, bus routes, news, student groups and more.

Bridge International Academies

Venture Round in 2012
Bridge International Academies is an operator of scholastic academy services used to provide education to underprivileged children. Its services provide lessons based on national curricula, develop in-depth teacher training and programs, and use cutting-edge wireless technology that enables underprivileged children to get the right education, free of cost, for a brighter future.
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