# DreamBox Learning

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/dreambox-learning

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Bellevue, US
- Website: www.dreambox.com
- Total disclosed funding: $6M
- Latest round: Series B (Aug 12, 2015)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

DreamBox Learning, Inc. is a US-based educational technology company that provides innovative digital learning solutions to enhance math and reading skills for K-12 students using adaptive technology.DreamBox Learning, Inc. was founded in 2006 in Bellevue, US, and specializes in creating personalized educational experiences. The company has undergone a recent shift in ownership, with Discovery Education, Inc. agreeing to acquire a majority stake from Elliott Management and TPG in August 2023. The founders, Kenneth Holm, Raquel Vidal, and Toni Parada, laid the groundwork for the company's focus on adaptive learning. The current CEO is Aluisio Cangerana. To date, DreamBox has raised a total of USD 130.00 mn across 7 deals, with the latest being a Secondary Buyout valued at USD 130.00 mn.DreamBox offers a suite of digital educational programs designed to enhance math and reading skills for K-12 students. The core products include DreamBox Math and DreamBox Reading, both of which leverage Intelligent Adaptive Learning™ technology. DreamBox Math provides personalized instruction in mathematics through scaffolded lessons and continuous formative assessments, catering to students' individual learning journeys. DreamBox Reading utilizes data-driven methodologies to improve silent reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary through age-appropriate scaffolding tailored to each learner's engagement and progress. The end users primarily consist of students, while the customer base includes parents, schools, and educational institutions across the United States and Canada, creating a comprehensive learning solution that addresses diverse educational needs.DreamBox generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models targeting both individual consumers and educational institutions. Schools and districts can partner with DreamBox to access its comprehensive suite of products, which enhances student learning outcomes. These subscriptions often include ongoing support and access to extensive educational resources. Individual consumers, particularly homeschoolers, may also subscribe to DreamBox Math and Reading programs, broadening the revenue base. The firm's scalable educational products ensure that its pricing structure accommodates various client needs, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing student success across diverse learning environments.Following the recent acquisition by Discovery Education, Inc., DreamBox aims to expand its solutions supporting math and reading. The company will utilize the funding from the Secondary Buyout to enhance its product offerings and increase its market presence. Specific plans for new products have not been detailed, but the focus will likely be on innovative educational tools. DreamBox is also looking to expand its reach into new geographic regions, although specific markets and timelines have yet to be announced.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Aug 12, 2015, $6M — OWL Ventures, Tao Capital Partners

## Investors

- OWL Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/owl-ventures) — Series B
- Tao Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tao-capital-partners) — Series B