Best EdTech Companies in Australia
The 572 best EdTech companies in Australia in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: Navitas.
Australia's EdTech sector has 572 companies tracked here, ranked by disclosed equity funding and recent funding momentum, and the gap between the field and its standout names is worth pausing on. Navitas sits at $333M in disclosed funding, Family Zone at $70M, Compass at $41M. The rest of the 572 compress fast after that. Total disclosed funding across the directory lands at $713M, no unicorns, and a funding base that's concentrated rather than evenly spread. That concentration tells you something real about where institutional conviction has landed in Australian EdTech.
The global picture gives context. The EdTech market is forecast to reach roughly $518.9B by 2034, up from $139.5B in 2024, a 14.3% CAGR driven by personalized learning demand and government digital-education pushes. I'd note that Australia's $713M total disclosed looks modest against that backdrop, which makes the momentum in themes like K-12 educational apps and virtual classroom technologies the more interesting signal right now. Global structural moves, like Curriculum Associates expanding its GCC footprint, confirm the cross-border appetite for EdTech infrastructure is real. Active backers here including muru-D, Antler, and Artesian are watching the same tailwinds. So if you're mapping the space, start with the funding data and work outward.
- Soaring High
- EdTech Market Primed to Reach USD 421 Billion by 2032
Our analysis of 261 EdTech companies
$20.4b in tracked funding; 94% of the stack-profiled cohort runs cloud-native; funding activity peaked in 2021.
Ranked: Best EdTech companies in Australia
| # | Company | Disclosed funding | Last round | Stage | Employees | Founded | Tech stack | Recent signals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Navitas Provider of pathway programs, English language courses, and degree qualifications | $333M | 88 mo ago | Acquired | 125 | 1994 | WordPressApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+25 | 5 awards |
| 2 | Family Zone Cyber safety platform for families and schools | $70M | 47 mo ago | Public | 121 | 2014 | — | — |
| 3 | Matific Gamefied math learning platform for students | $57M | 118 mo ago | Series B | 250 | 2012 | PythonZohoDjango+36 | 1 award |
| 4 | Edrolo Provider of educational resources for students | $43M | 48 mo ago | Series B | 192 | 2011 | Webflow EcommerceWebflowAmazon Web Services+25 | 1 partnership |
| 5 | Compass Web-based school management platform | $41M | 21 mo ago | Late Stage | 14 | 2009 | WordPressApple iCloud MailGoogle Workspace+30 | 3 launchs · 1 expansion |
| 6 | Vivi Smart classroom solution for higher educational institutes | $24M | 53 mo ago | Series B | 145 | 2015 | WordPressApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+36 | 3 launchs |
| 7 | Cluey Tutoring platform for students | $22M | 88 mo ago | Public | 85 | 2017 | WordPressMySQLPHP+41 | — |
| 8 | Zookal Books rental service | $17M | 75 mo ago | Series B | 46 | 2011 | Node.jsRadix UITailwind CSS+9 | — |
| 9 | Critical Links ICT infrastructure solution for schools | $11M | 213 mo ago | Series A | 22 | 2006 | WordPressMySQLPHP+23 | — |
| 10 | HSC Hub SaaS-based platform offering online courses for schools to teach students | $9M | 54 mo ago | Series A | 136 | 2012 | WebflowSentryGSAP+25 | 2 job openings |
| 11 | Open Learning Open marketplace for MOOC | $8M | 96 mo ago | Public | 55 | 2012 | SentryTinyMCETailwind CSS+29 | 1 launch |
| 12 | Typsy Online learning platform for the hospitality industry 57Growth top 28%Moat top 39%Tech top 41%Customers top 44% All 8 signals ▾Growthtop 28% Moattop 39% Techtop 41% Customerstop 44% Markettop 50% Fundingtop 50% Productbottom 40% Globalbottom 36% Growth: Web rank 1,000,000 → 500,000 YoY · Fresh capital in last 24 mo Moat: Editorial + unicorn rating 7/10 · 9 curated direct competitors tracked rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 57/100 | $7M | 11 mo ago | Seed | 55 | 2016 | HubSpot CMS HubFacebook LoginLinkedin Sign-in+27 | — |
| 13 | Moodle Open source learning management platform | $6M | 104 mo ago | Series A | — | 2001 | WordPress Block EditorWordPressMoodle+23 | — |
| 14 | KNeoMedia Game-based learning platform for students | $5M | 103 mo ago | Public | 35 | 1987 | — | — |
| 15 | SEQTA Learning management system for K12 | $4M | 126 mo ago | Series A | 93 | 2006 | CKEditorSalesforceJava+11 | — |
| 16 | Clipboard Online platform providing school management software for extracurricular activities | $4M | 43 mo ago | Acquired | 31 | 2018 | WebflowAmazon Web ServicesMicrosoft Clarity+22 | 1 partnership |
| 17 | Practera Experiential learning platform for educators | $4M | 103 mo ago | Series A | 53 | 2013 | WordPress Block EditorwpBakeryElementor+50 | — |
| 18 | saasguru SaaS and AI-based marketplace providing certification exam preparation solutions | $4M | 42 mo ago | Seed | 15 | 2021 | TeachableCart FunctionalityTypeScript+37 | — |
| 19 | Intellischool Cloud-based platform offering management solutions for schools | $3M | 45 mo ago | Series A | 24 | 2018 | — | — |
| 20 | Vygo App-based tutor discovery platform for school and university students | $3M | 51 mo ago | Seed | 54 | 2016 | WebflowHubSpotreCAPTCHA+11 | — |
| 21 | Prosper Blended learning platform for individuals and educational institutes | $3M | 98 mo ago | Series A | — | 2013 | — | — |
| 22 | GetMee AI-based application providing personal skill development coaching solutions | $2M | 29 mo ago | Seed | 10 | 2020 | WordPressMySQLPHP+32 | 1 partnership |
| 23 | KindiCare Mobile-based platform providing childcare discovery solutions | $2M | 49 mo ago | Seed | 3 | 2020 | SentryNode.jsGoogle Maps+18 | — |
| 24 | QPay University societies ticketing and membership platform | $2M | 59 mo ago | Seed | 21 | 2014 | — | — |
| 25 | Rockmelon Provider of App-based learning platform for special children | $2M | 87 mo ago | Deadpooled | 17 | 2017 | — | — |
| 26 | 1Question AI and app-based platform offering screen time management solutions | $2M | 59 mo ago | Seed | 6 | 2020 | WordPressMySQLPHP+33 | — |
| 27 | Language Confidence AI-based platform providing English language learning solutions | $2M | 51 mo ago | Seed | 12 | 2016 | Node.jsMUIReact+15 | — |
| 28 | Verso Cloud-based professional development platform for teachers | $2M | 106 mo ago | Series A | — | 2013 | — | — |
| 29 | Makers Empire 3D modeling app fr tablets | $2M | 76 mo ago | Seed | 23 | 2014 | WordPressMySQLPHP+31 | — |
| 30 | GrowPro Experience Online platform offering admission assistance solutions for studying abroad | $2M | 37 mo ago | Seed | 257 | 2016 | — | — |
| 31 | Operoo Provider of digital forms, communication & payment related platform for schools | $2M | 86 mo ago | Acquired | 27 | 2012 | WordPressMySQLPHP+26 | — |
| 32 | GGWP Academy Online platform providing marketing lessons to gamers | $1M | 44 mo ago | Series A | 8 | 2018 | WordPressMySQLPHP+29 | — |
| 33 | Pivot Professional Learning Platform offering tools to improve teacher effectiveness in schools | $1M | 38 mo ago | Seed | 24 | 2014 | — | — |
| 34 | Codebots Provider of code-writing bots | $1M | 83 mo ago | Series A | 14 | 2017 | Apple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365Azure+13 | — |
| 35 | HEX Online platform providing learning programs for students | $1M | 51 mo ago | Seed | 48 | 2017 | SentryNode.jsBootstrap+20 | — |
| 36 | Canopy Study AI-driven platform offering content management solutions for schools | $1M | 50 mo ago | Deadpooled | 3 | 2019 | — | — |
| 37 | Studylane College and course discovery platform for students | $1M | 132 mo ago | Series A | — | 2012 | — | — |
| 38 | BRiN Platform providing education content through both a chatbot and an app interface | $950K | 120 mo ago | Seed | — | 2016 | — | — |
| 39 | Weyo Developer of interactive early learning apps for preschoolers | $741K | 50 mo ago | Seed | 7 | 2014 | — | — |
| 40 | Storybook Provider of app-based story books for children | $700K | 49 mo ago | Seed | 17 | 2017 | WebflowAmazon Web Servicescore-js+16 | — |
| 41 | The Pulse IQ VR collaborative platform for education and training | $560K | 100 mo ago | Deadpooled | — | 2016 | — | — |
| 42 | TalkiPlay App-based language learning for kids | $531K | 52 mo ago | Seed | 8 | 2018 | — | — |
| 43 | LoopSafe Provider of a commercial security services | $520K | 88 mo ago | Funding Raised | — | 2018 | — | — |
| 44 | Edexia AI-powered grading solutions for teachers | $500K | 17 mo ago | Seed | — | 2023 | SentryNode.jsFirebase+13 | — |
| 45 | Covidence Manufacturer of prefabricated housing and building materials | $500K | 96 mo ago | Funding Raised | — | 2014 | SentryAtlassian StatuspageTypeScript+35 | — |
| 46 | HackersJack SaaS-based platform offering cybersecurity lessons | $370K | 58 mo ago | Seed | — | 2020 | — | — |
| 47 | Grow Your Mind Provider of mental health programs for schools to teach students | $232K | 52 mo ago | Funding Raised | — | 2018 | WordPress Block EditorWordPress Site EditorWordPress+39 | — |
| 48 | Cleverbean Online reading tool for teachers and schools | $200K | 36 mo ago | Seed | 6 | 2016 | ContentfulNode.jsTailwind CSS+19 | — |
| 49 | myDRIVESCHOOL Simulation platform for learning driving | $195K | 28 mo ago | Funding Raised | 5 | 2012 | WordPressMySQLPHP+24 | — |
Top 12 EdTech companies in Australia
#1
Seed · Melbourne, Victoria · founded 2016 · 55 employees$7.4Mraised▾
Typsy is an online learning platform for the hospitality industry. Provides short courses including topics such as how to master the first impression, communicating with hotel guests, and more. It provides a premium subscription service that provides users access to multiple courses.
- Jul 2025Seed—
- Sep 2016Angel—
#2
Late Stage · Melbourne, Victoria · founded 2009 · 14 employees$41.1Mraised▾
Compass Education (trade name of JDLF International) offers web-based school management platform. Features include attendance and roll marking, semester and progress reporting, news feed, calendaring, staff, student and parent portal, online payments, curriculum builder, parent-teacher interviews, behavior management, budgeting and purchase orders. Accessible on PC, tablet, and mobile. Apps are available for iOS platform.
- Aug 2024PE—
- Nov 2019PE$41.1M
- Aug 2018PE—
#3
Seed · Brisbane, Queensland · founded 2023$500Kraised▾
AI-powered grading solutions for teachers. It provides solutions for managing assignment marking and feedback assistant.
- Dec 2024Seed$500K
#4
Seed · Melbourne, Victoria · founded 2015 · 25 employees$20Kraised▾
Cadmus is an online writing tool for students. It enables students to write literature reviews, annotated bibliography, tutorial tasks, case study reports, lab reports, essays, and more. It also enables teachers to design and build assignment instructions, manage submissions, and grade.
- Sep 2025Seed—
- 2015Grant (prize money)$20K
#5
Public · Perth, Western Australia · founded 2014 · 121 employees$70Mraised▾
Family Zone provides parents and schools with a cyber safety platform allowing them to monitor and restrict the children's' activities when they are online. The solution consists of a Family Safe Box which provides security for every connected device, a Family Zone app for devices outside of home/school server and a community of Cybersafety experts for guidance. The parents get reports of their kids' activities and can manage their screen time, social media activities etc.
- Jun 2022Post IPO$42M
- Jun 2021Post IPO$23M
- Jul 2018Post IPO$5M
- Nov 2017Post IPO—
#6
Acquired · Perth, Western Australia · founded 1994 · 125 employees$332.9Mraised▾
Provider of pathway programs, English language courses, and degree qualifications. The organisation delivers educational programs through colleges and campuses. It offers various study options, including degrees, diplomas, certificates, and employability training. The organisation connects students, agents, universities, and industry for international higher education.
- Feb 2019Grant (prize money)$5.4M
- Dec 2014Conventional Debt$327.5M
#7
Series B · Fitzroy, Victoria · founded 2011 · 192 employees$43.4Mraised▾
Provider of educational resources for students. It provides courses for various subjects, including biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, English, legal studies, physical education, studio arts, and more. The courses consist of interactive video theory, formative assessment, practice exams, analytics, and more.
- Jun 2022Series B$40M
- May 2015Series A$2M
- 2013Seed$50K
- 2012Seed$1.3M
#8
Seed · Melbourne, Victoria · founded 2020 · 10 employees$2.5Mraised▾
AI-based application providing personal skill development coaching solutions
- Jan 2024Seed—
- Jun 2021Seed$500K
#9
Series B · South Yarra, Victoria · founded 2015 · 145 employees$24.3Mraised▾
Smart classroom solution for higher educational institutes. Features include wireless screen mirroring, user management, digital signage, emergency broadcasting, and more. Provides a BYOD platform that allows connecting devices and operating systems to the display directly through the network.
- Dec 2021Series B$20M
- Jan 2020Series A$4.3M
- Sep 2019Seed—
#10
Series B · Sydney, New South Wales · founded 2012 · 250 employees$57Mraised▾
Matific is a gamified math learning platform for students from class k to 6. Covers various topics including fractions, geometry, addition, subtraction, and others. It also offers worksheets, playlists, lesson plans, and teacher guides to educators. Teachers can track students progress through the dashboard. Available for web, Android and iOS platforms.
- Jul 2016Series B$45M
- Jan 2015Series A$12M
#11
Seed · Sydney, New South Wales · founded 2021 · 15 employees$3.6Mraised▾
SaaS and AI-based marketplace providing certification exam preparation solutions. The platform offers gamified learning solutions, social learning solutions, learning content, mentoring, mock tests, and more.
- Nov 2022Seed$2.7M
- Jan 2022Seed$937.4K
#12
Series B · Sydney, New South Wales · founded 2011 · 46 employees$16.6Mraised▾
Zookal is an online service that lets users borrow, buy or sell books. Based in Australia, the platform provides a large library of books to select from. Zookal offers free delivery and picks up of books from customers. If the users like the books they can buy them at a discount on the retail price. Started an online video and tutoring marketplace where senior university students can upload a video of themselves explaining a subject to junior students. They can use methods like handwriting, PowerPoint presentations, and other materials.
- Mar 2020Series B$9.9M
- 2018Seed—
- Mar 2016Seed$643K
- Oct 2013Seed$550K
Funding & investor landscape
Notable founders
Market landscape — 10 sub-themes by coverage
Share of EdTech coverage by sub-theme.
Regulatory-risk over time rising
Funding & growth over time
funding rising · growth rising
How research on Education Technology is moving in Australia
A read on the academic research around Education Technology — which themes are gaining ground, the institutions and researchers driving them, and how the tone is shifting. Based on 1,099 Australia-affiliated papers.
- Monash University128
- University College London73
- University of South Australia65
- Department of Commerce65
- The University of Queensland49
- Curriculum1→10
- Learning analytics3→11
- Analytics3→8
- Educational technology3→6
- Adaptive learning1→4
- Educational technology26→107
- Learning analytics13→59
- Higher education2→41
- Analytics12→48
- Mathematics education23→56
- Educational technology28→79
- Curriculum5→26
- Analytics7→28
- Higher education12→30
- Experiential learning2→20
Where edtech is researched across Australia
Location clusters by institution affiliation — each city's volume, stance tone, and a quick read on its hot topic, what's advancing, the opening opportunity, and the main concern.
Common questions
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