Cambridge, a city historically known for its esteemed universities, is now becoming a hotbed for new and exciting educational startups. From EdTech to e-learning solutions, these startups are utilising cutting-edge technology and innovative methods to enrich and revolutionize the educational environment for learners. Here we put a spotlight on some of Cambridge’s most notable educational startups that have taken root since 2020.

These startups are not only based in the educational heart of the UK but are also changing the landscape of knowledge dissemination, technology application in education, and specialized training. With strong local and international links, they are breaking the boundaries of traditional education and providing out-of-the-box solutions to business and individual learning needs.

In this article, we’ll be looking at the 10 startups that have made significant strides in the field since their inception in 2020 or later. The companies highlighted are all headquartered in Cambridge and have made notable strides in the education industry.

College Guidance Network

Founded by Bob Block and Jon Carson, College Guidance Network is committed to equalizing access to top-tier guidance and resources for all students heading to college. By utilizing virtual technology, they have stepped up during the pandemic to offer premier guidance and resources to potential college students and their families. LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Readlee

Readlee, helmed by Drew Madson, has developed an ed-tech solution to boost reading skills amongst students. Their speech-integrated software enables teachers to personalize reading instructions, expanding reading access and solidifying literacy skills for all students. LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

The Cambridge Learning Gateway

Conceived by Pawel Dobrzanski, Alan Barrell, and Szymon Chmielowiec in 2020, The Cambridge Learning Gateway is innovatively bridging the gap between academia and industry through an inclusive and creative approach to global education and knowledge research.LinkedIn | Facebook

La Conscience Haitienne

La Conscience Haitienne aims to educate and promote awareness of crucial matters like environmental engineering within the global community. LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

MIT COVID-19 Challenge

Collaboratively started by Alfonso Martinez, Freddy Nguyen, Paul Cheek, and Stephanie MacConnell, MIT COVID-19 Challenge is enabling action against the COVID-19 crisis with a series of challenges. LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

MIT Hacking Racism

Under the leadership of Freddy Nguyen, MIT Hacking Racism brings together various background individuals to combat racial inequity in healthcare and address social determinants of health. LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Out Of The Box Education

Founded by Kloe Ng and Yu Qian Ang, Out Of The Box Education provides an innovative, mobile and modular classroom-in-a-box concept alongside suitable software for preschool children. LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

CryptoSimplified

Headed by Alain Mbanjabahizi, CryptoSimplified is offering clear-cut insights and education on the ever-complex world of digital assets and cryptocurrency.Facebook | Twitter

greyled

Founded by Callan Banner, greyled is an education platform targeting the higher education sector with an aim to diminish the influence of traditional publishers and make higher education more accessible and affordable.LinkedIn