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We empower startups with big
ideas about learning.

EDTECH
ACCELERATOR

12 Weeks

6 Workshops

Check Criteria

We support Irish EdTech startups
and established companies

IS THIS
FOR YOU?

About The Programme

The programme encompasses two parallel mentoring strands – one focusing on progressing your business proposition and the second on your technology roadmap. Access and support from learning and technology experts will be provided throughout the programme.
In the workshops, you will develop a deep understanding of your customers’ needs, explore market opportunities and develop a technical roadmap and go-to-market plan.
The programme encompasses two parallel mentoring strands – one focusing on progressing your business proposition and the second on your technology roadmap. Access and support from learning and technology experts will be provided throughout the programme.
Up to $100,000 USD of AWS credits is provided to all participating companies with a Demo Day prize of up to $200,000 USD of AWS credits.

Why Apply?

Accelerate the growth of your startup.
All programme participants receive:
Up to $200,000 USD AWS computing credits
Free access to Certified AWS training
6 full-day workshops delivered by experts in learning and technology
Tech mentoring with AWS experts
Business mentoring with digital learning experts
Winner of Demo Day additionally receives:$200,000 USD AWS computing credits

Who Should Apply

Is this programme for you?

We are looking for early-stage pre-investment start-ups or established companies in the Republic of Ireland. You are likely to already have an early minimum viable product (MVP) or be ready to develop one and need support with one or more of the following:
Developing and validating your business proposition.
Technical guidance on building and scaling in the cloud taking into account regulatory, data privacy and cyber security considerations.
Access to specialist expertise such as pilots/trials, pathways to market, public procurement and investor readiness.
We’re looking for companies who are developing technology solutions to solve problems related to learning.

You may be eligible if:
You are a bootstrapped, self-funded, or funded startup - up to and including Series A.
You have developed an innovation related to learning that improves outcomes, enhances workflow or reduces costs.
You have a working prototype or need help to develop one.
Your company is registered and located in the Republic of Ireland.
Our accelerator programme could help your business to accelerate growth and scale operations.
Your startup was founded within the last ten years.

Start Your Application

Applications are now closed.

To learn how we support EdTech startups,
contact Tom Pollock at
tom.pollock@learnovatecentre.org.

EdTech Accelerator Pitch Day 2024

2024 Winner of the EdTech Accelerator Joe Fernandez of ALPACA said:

“Participating in the Learnovate EdTech Accelerator was a transformative experience for ALPACA. The program provided invaluable mentorship and industry connections that have propelled our growth. AWS’s support in providing technical expertise and resources helped us optimize our AI-driven solutions for educators. Since winning, we’ve supported educators in screening over 25,000 infants for early literacy skills, enabling timely and targeted interventions. This accelerator is an exceptional opportunity for EdTech startups to refine their solutions and make a lasting impact in education.”

Pictured at the EdTech Accelerator Pitch Day in Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Dublin were Stephen Bonney, AWS; Joe Fernandez, founder of ALPACA, the winner; and Linda Waters, Learnovate.

Pictured at the EdTech Accelerator Pitch Day in Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Dublin were judges Rory Barrins, AWS; Weili Wang, Atlantic Bridge; Nessa McEniff, Learnovate; Ciara Ni Fhloinn, SOLAS; and Piero Tintori, Terminalfour.

Participants at the EdTech Accelerator Pitch Day in Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Dublin.

Participants at the EdTech Accelerator Pitch Day in Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Dublin.

Help

If you have any questions or need help, please contact tom.pollock@learnovatecentre.org.

What are the eligibility criteria?

  • You are a bootstrapped, self-funded, or funded startup – up to and including Series A.
  • You have developed an innovation related to learning that improves outcomes, enhances workflow or reduces costs.
  • You have a working prototype or need help to develop one.
  • Your company is registered and located in the Republic of Ireland.
  • Our accelerator programme could help your business to accelerate growth and scale operations.

How many participants will be selected?

10 participants will be selected for the programme.

What is the application process?

Complete the online application form. Submissions will be evaluated by a team of industry experts. Take note of the application questions in the Help section before you begin your application. If you would like to discuss your application prior to submission, email tom.pollock@learnovatecentre.org for guidance.

What questions are asked in the application form?

We recommend that you prepare your application in advance. You can then type, or copy and paste, your answers from a saved document into the application form. These are the questions asked in the application form:

  1. What is your first name?
  2. What is your last name?
  3. What is your email?
  4. What is your phone number?
  5. What is the name of your company?
  6. What is your job title?
  7. What is your website?
  8. What is your postcode?
  9. What is your company registration number?
  10. Tell us about your business
  11. What is the customer or learner need you plan to address?
  12. What is different or innovative about your solution?
  13. What is your biggest challenge for the next 6 months?
  14. Who is on your team and what are their roles in the company? Include LinkedIn links.
  15. How many employees are employed in your company?
  16. In what industry sector do you operate?
  17. What is your innovation stage?
  18. Upload your Pitch Deck

Who were the 2024 finalists?

ALPACA (winner)

CPDStore

Elephant Hive

ExamRevision

Skillsvista

TY Future

Unidoodle

Weeve

Wolf Academy

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