# Kide Science

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/kide-science

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Helsinki, Finland
- Website: www.kidescience.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Seed (May 27, 2020)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Kide Science Oy, based in Finland, delivers innovative online educational resources designed to enhance early childhood learning through engaging play and storytelling, targeting children aged 3 to 8 years.Founded in 2017 in Helsinki, Finland, Kide Science Oy focuses on developing educational tools for early childhood education. The company was co-founded by Aino Kuronen and Jenni Vartiainen. It has successfully completed 7 deals to date, with the most recent funding round being a Seed round of EUR 1.50 mn led by Sparkmind on October 5, 2023, which marks their total amount raised at EUR 1.50 mn.Kide Science specializes in providing a comprehensive library of play and story-based lesson plans and professional development materials tailored for educators working with children aged 3 to 8 years. The core offerings are designed to enhance early childhood education by integrating scientific concepts with narratives that stimulate curiosity and inquiry. Each lesson plan begins with an engaging story, encouraging children to explore scientific problems through hands-on activities using everyday materials. These resources are applicable to various educational contexts and can be adapted for different skill levels, thereby addressing the diverse needs of early learners. Kide Science's products primarily serve schools and educational institutions, particularly in international markets, including the United States, Finland, and other regions seeking innovative educational solutions.In 2023, Kide Science reported a revenue of EUR 212,674.10, with an EBITDA of EUR -255,922.50. The company primarily generates revenue through subscriptions and partnerships with educational institutions, allowing clients, including schools and nurseries, to access their extensive lesson plans and professional development resources.In October 2023, Kide Science Oy was acquired by Accelerate Learning, Inc., which aims to expand its early childhood offerings and grow internationally. The recent funding will support Kide Science's strategic initiatives, including the development of new educational products targeted at enhancing early childhood learning. The company plans to leverage this acquisition to enter new markets and enhance its offerings in existing regions.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, May 27, 2020, $1.7M — Sparkmind, Zanichelli Venture
- Seed, Mar 26, 2019, $1.1M — Reaktor Ventures, Emerge Education, Business Finland, MPA Education, Zanichelli Venture, KSI Education
- Seed, Nov 1, 2017, $0.2M — Reaktor Ventures, Business Finland

## Investors

- Reaktor Ventures — Seed
- Business Finland — Seed
- Emerge Education (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/emerge-education) — Seed
- MPA Education — Seed
- Zanichelli Venture (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/zanichelli-venture) — Seed
- KSI Education — Seed
- Sparkmind (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sparkmind) — Seed