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Topset Learning
Techstars '22London, GB · Founded 2022 · 49 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors
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Lingawa is a language learning platform that connects learners with native-speaking tutors for one-on-one instruction in African languages, particularly Yoruba and Igbo. The service combines personalized tutoring with app-based practice tools and cultural immersion for diaspora learners and heritage language students.
Also known as Lingawa · TopSet
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Company profile
researched Sep 2026Topset Learning, operating as TopSet at topset.app, is a London-based language learning service that pairs learners with native-speaking tutors for one-on-one online lessons in Yoruba and Igbo. Lessons are offered to adults and to children from age 5 upward, and are delivered live online with scheduling chosen by the learner.
The service pairs live tutoring with a curated, individualised learning plan that students can access between lessons, and a supporting app containing the learning plan, flashcards, games and reminders, with daily practice framed around short sessions of roughly ten minutes. Tutors are stated to hold a verified university degree and to have teaching experience. The company positions the combination of a human tutor with app-based reinforcement against app-only language learning products.
Business model
Paid online tutoring sold directly to learners, with lesson pricing advertised from $15/hr, £10/hr and $20/hr depending on the displayed currency. Payment is described by one reviewer as being taken through PayPal.
Revenue is generated from fees for one-on-one online language lessons, with advertised hourly rates starting at $15/hr (£10/hr).
Traction
The website publishes multiple five-star student testimonials and links to Trustpilot, and states that its tutors all hold a verified university degree and teaching experience; it also notes that it is backed by external supporters without naming them.
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Market position
Focuses on African language instruction, specifically Yoruba and Igbo, positioning itself among language service providers targeting learners seeking cultural as well as linguistic instruction.
The company contrasts its model with app-only learning by providing a native-speaking tutor for real-time pronunciation practice, clarification and feedback, a personalised rather than generic learning plan, and app-based reinforcement between lessons.
Technology
Live online lessons delivered by tutors, supported by a companion app that holds each learner's custom learning plan along with flashcards, games, reminders and other interactive practice features.
Go-to-market
Direct-to-consumer acquisition through the website's "Request a Lesson" flow, supported by social media advertising (a reviewer cites discovering the service via an Instagram ad) and published student testimonials and Trustpilot reviews.
Adults and children aged 5 and up who want to learn or improve Yoruba and Igbo, including heritage and diaspora learners such as British-born Nigerians, and partners or family members of Igbo and Yoruba speakers.
Geography
Headquartered in London and delivering lessons online; pricing is displayed in both US dollars and pounds sterling, and testimonials reference learners in the UK.
Compiled by commissioned research from 3 cited public sources — announcements, filings, and press listed under research sources below.
Key figures
latest reportedCompany-reported or press-reported figures, each dated to when it was claimed — not independently audited.
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primary sources listed
- Topset Learningtopset.app · web
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Topset Learning do?
- TopSet offers 1-on-1 online Yoruba and Igbo lessons with native-speaking tutors for adults and children aged 5 and up.
- Who are Topset Learning's investors?
- Topset Learning's investors include Techstars.
- Where is Topset Learning headquartered?
- Topset Learning is headquartered in London, GB.