Young Whiz provides K‑12 schools with a turnkey catalog of after‑school enrichment classes—including robotics, 3D printing, coding, art, and more—complete with standards‑aligned curricula, hands‑on kits, and certified on‑site instructors. Schools can purchase individual courses or subscribe to bundled packages and use an integrated dashboard for scheduling, attendance, and progress reporting, reducing staffing and curriculum development overhead.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many K‑12 schools and districts lack the internal capacity to design, staff, and supply a diverse set of after‑school enrichment activities, while parents seek high‑quality programs that develop 21st‑century competencies. This results in fragmented offerings, under‑utilized facilities, and added administrative burden for educators.
Solution
Young Whiz delivers a turnkey catalog of after‑school enrichment classes that span robotics, 3D printing, LEGO coding, chess, mixed‑media art, mechanics, circuitry, and game development. Each course includes a standards‑aligned curriculum, all necessary materials, and certified on‑site instructors who manage classroom logistics. Schools can purchase individual classes or subscribe to a bundled package, allowing them to tailor schedules without investing in curriculum development or staffing. The modular format supports seamless integration into existing after‑school timetables and complies with safety and data‑privacy regulations. Real‑time reporting tools give administrators visibility into attendance, student progress, and resource utilization. By outsourcing program design and delivery, districts reduce overhead while expanding the breadth of experiential learning available to students.
Target Audience
Primary customers are K‑12 schools, district after‑school program coordinators, and parents seeking structured, high‑quality enrichment activities for elementary and secondary students.
Features
- Standards‑aligned lesson plans for each discipline, incorporating problem‑solving, creativity, and teamwork objectives
- Complete hands‑on kits (e.g., robotics kits, 3D printers, LEGO sets) shipped to the site, eliminating procurement delays
- Certified instructors who handle classroom management, safety protocols, and student assessment on‑site
- Flexible purchasing model: per‑class fees or subscription bundles with volume discounts for district‑wide rollout
- Integrated scheduling dashboard for administrators to allocate rooms, track enrollment, and generate attendance reports
- Curriculum updates delivered quarterly to keep content current with emerging technologies and pedagogical best practices
- Compliance with FERPA and child‑safety standards, including background‑checked staff and secure data handling
- Optional enrichment extensions such as end‑of‑term showcases, competition entry support, and parent‑engagement events