Prenda
YC S19Mesa, US · Founded 2017 · 15 employees · 4 known investors
Prenda provides a learning model and operational support for adults to start and run microschools serving K-8 students. The platform combines customized curriculum, goal-setting frameworks, and community structures designed to help students develop intrinsic motivation and pursue their interests.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S19)
Kelly SmithinFounder
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Unknown founder mentioned in 'Our Story'
Investors · 4
In the news
- Why Microschools Are Multiplying - Education Nexteducationnext.org · 2026
- Prenda Microschools Raises $20M on 3,000 Students - Bubble Language Schoolinternationalbubble.com · 2022
- K-12 Dealmaking: Microschool Company Raises $20M; IXL Acquires Curiosity Mediamarketbrief.edweek.org · 2022
- Prenda Raises $20 Million in Series B Financing; Plans to Cover More Students and Enhance Programs - ICON Outlookiconoutlook.com · 2022
- Prenda raises $20M led by 776 to build tech to run K-8 microschools – TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · 2022
- Prenda raises $19 million - Phoenix Business Journalbizjournals.com · 2021