Bloomy
YC S26San Francisco, US · Founded 2026 · 1 employees · Hiring · 1 known investors
Bloomy is an adaptive learning platform that uses AI to teach ELA, Math, and Writing to K-12 students through personalized lessons, live AI tutoring, and mastery-based assessments. The platform serves schools and districts seeking differentiated instruction grounded in learning science.
AI & Machine LearningEdTechAI-Enhanced LearningArtificial IntelligenceEducationeLearningPersonalizationUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S26)
Bloomy was founded in 2026 by Alex Southmayd.
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Alex Southmaydin𝕏FounderAlex Southmayd taught 7th grade through Teach For America before instructing standardized test preparation at Manhattan Prep. He led driver acquisition at Lyft's New England division and later worked as an engagement manager at McKinsey on strategy and corporate development. He holds a BA from Amherst College, an M.Ed. from Boston University, and an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Bloomy do?
- Bloomy is an adaptive learning platform that uses AI to teach ELA, Math, and Writing to K-12 students through personalized lessons, live AI tutoring, and mastery-based assessments. The platform serves schools and districts seeking differentiated instruction grounded in learning science.
- Who founded Bloomy?
- Bloomy was founded by Alex Southmayd in 2026.
- Who are Bloomy's investors?
- Bloomy's investors include Y Combinator.
- Where is Bloomy headquartered?
- Bloomy is headquartered in San Francisco, US.

