The startup offers a hybrid learning program that combines online tuition with small-class instruction, specifically designed for neurodivergent primary and secondary learners. By utilizing student data analytics, the program enhances engagement and improves school attendance for these learners, catering to schools, families, and educational institutions.
Funding
$790K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Neurodivergent students often struggle in traditional educational settings due to rigid curricula and teaching methods that do not accommodate their unique learning styles and needs. This can lead to disengagement, poor attendance, and ultimately, hinder their academic and personal growth.
Solution
Gaia Learning provides a specialist online education platform designed to re-engage and support neurodivergent learners aged 8-16. The platform delivers live, small-group classes, 1:1 tuition, and interest-based courses tailored to students with SEN, including ADHD, ASD, and dyslexia. By focusing on personalized learning pathways and creating a supportive, inclusive virtual environment, Gaia Learning helps students re-integrate into education, improve their wellbeing, and achieve academic success. The platform also offers innovative impact reporting through Gaialytics, providing insights into learner engagement, attendance, and progress, enabling educators and families to create appropriate, personalized learning journeys.
Target Audience
Gaia Learning primarily serves neurodivergent students aged 8-16, their families, schools seeking to enhance their SEN provision, and local authorities looking for alternative education solutions.
Features
- Live small group classes and 1:1 tuition delivered by specialist educators trained in SEN and trauma-informed practices
- Interest-based courses designed to engage and motivate neurodivergent learners
- Inclusive virtual classroom with interactive whiteboards and multimedia engagement tools
- Gaialytics platform for tracking learner engagement, academic progress, and wellbeing
- Cambridge Curriculum content adapted for neurodivergent learners
- Flexible learning options to support students at school, home, or in hospital settings
- Teacher CPD training and school workshops on inclusive online teaching practices
- Advocacy support, including Personalised Learning Plans and Cognitive Assessment Reports