Liverpool-based EdTech company Gaia Learning reports significant growth and fundraising progress
Gaia Learning reports that it has secured £100,000 of angel investments in just three months.
Established in 2019, the company provides live online learning for neurodivergent children aged eight to 16 with ADHD and autism. This is mostly used as a supplement to existing school offerings.
It was launched by Kirstin Coughtrie who, like her son, has ADHD.
In December last year, it set out to raise £500,000 in funding, and says that a fifth of that has now been secured.
Chief Executive Kate Longworth says: "We're so proud to see all our hard work paying off and the interest in Gaia Learning has been phenomenal since opening up to investors three months ago.”
“On top of that, we have tripled our learners this academic year, grown our team to 13 staff members and a prestigious award nomination celebrating the best startup businesses from around the country.
"Now, more than ever, schools need flexible, digital solutions that can scale within budget supporting each neurodivergent child's needs."
Investor Susanna Lawson, co-founder of Circle of Trust and OneFile, comments: "Gaia Learning is a fantastic solution to support all stakeholders with an increasing market need.”
“And so I'm thrilled to be able to invest in two amazing female entrepreneurs, who have demonstrated strong traction, a recognised brand in the EdTech space and impressive entrepreneurial spirit. I'm excited to be part of their journey."
