Education today faces deep inequities in access, a global shortage of qualified teachers, and outdated systems that leave millions unprepared for a rapidly changing, technology-driven world.
We exist to ignite the full brilliance of every learner worldwide.
Our Agentic Teachers and Assistants democratize access to high-quality learning - empowering classroom teachers, accelerating learning at scale, and delivering world-class education at the cost of a textbook.
By offering English, other languages and STEM subjects (Humanities and Future Skills coming soon), we open doors to opportunity: helping students achieve higher proficiency, unlocking access to top universities, meaningful careers, and brighter futures.
As millions communicate in a common language, we expand into other subjects, STEM fields, and humanities in order to address multiple educational gaps simultaneously - collaboration strengthens, nations gain capable workforces, and global education standards rise. Fueling progress for all.
The world leader in AI-powered learning technology for teachers and students.
200K
Teachers trained
60
Years of experiential language learning
30
Years of immersive online teaching
3K+
Global brands trust us
Powering the next generation of education.
Efekta Education is an award-winning Tech company offering the world’s most advanced Agentic Teaching Platform to public and private school systems, universities, and global companies.
Championing classroom teachers, and supporting students and school operators alike. Delivering improved learning outcomes at large scale and with the mission to make high-quality education universally available.
Our technology is based on data and experience from the world’s largest online English school and 60 years of leadership in the field of immersive education. Our AI adapts in real time to each learner’s needs.
To date, Efekta’s AI-powered teaching platform has taught over 24 million people in 179 countries and is currently used by more than 4.5 million active students, 200,000 teachers, 3,000 corporate clients, and government partners worldwide.
Efekta is an EF (Education First) company. EF is the world’s largest private education company.
Solving the biggest problems in education today.
Learning English, STEM and humanities opens doors to better job opportunities and global connections. When taught at scale, they can uplift entire economies.
Yet global educational standards continue to fall despite 2.7 trillion USD being spent on education. Teachers are stretched and don’t get enough 1:1 time with their students.
With a global shortfall of over 40 million teachers globally, most of the billions of students learning subjects like English, Physics, Maths etc today, will never achieve skill proficiency — not for lack of effort, but for lack of qualified instruction.
Research shows students receiving personal tutoring significantly outperform those in traditional group classes. But it’s too costly for governments to scale.
Our AI-powered, Agentic Teaching Platform not only solves these problems but makes every teacher a better teacher and every student a better student.
30 years at the forefront of online language learning.
In 1996, supported by Apple and Cambridge University, we launched the world’s first online English school for individuals and organizations.
Trained on the world's largest English language learning dataset, our models give real-time assessments and instant feedback.
Delivering teaching and learning insights at a depth never before possible — not just assessing where students ARE but pinpointing exactly what they need next. Today, Efekta is using its knowhow, experience, and technology to not only teach English but also other languages, STEM subjects and humanities.
In a school setting, these courses align to national curricula and can be delivered by teachers as core or supplemental materials.
For professional learners, these courses provide a comprehensive solution delivered through any device.
We do the heavy lifting, so you don't have to.
A secure and scalable platform.
Learn anywhere, on any device:
Fully integrated mobile and web apps for seamless learning on phones, tablets, or desktops.
Global data compliance:
Meets strict privacy regulations, including GDPR and PIPL, with regular independent security audits.
Fast, reliable performance:
Built on a distributed, cloud-native architecture for quick load times and smooth user experiences at scale.
Always-on reliability:
Continuous monitoring, automated updates, and 24/7 support to keep schools running without interruption.
Our approach to effective course design.
Structured flexibility:
A clear path from level to goal, with freedom to adjust pace, sequence, and focus for personal learning.
Learning for real world application:
Authentic, cross-disciplinary topics and rich media are used to apply learning to real world contexts, so students clearly see its relevance.
Practice that builds confidence
Balanced input and interactive practice with AI activities develop all necessary skills whilst building confidence.
Feedback and growth
Assessments and analytics help to personalize learning, while regular course review and updates ensure content stays relevant and effective.
Meet our leadership team.
We have a proven track record of innovation within the education space.
Dr. Stephen Hodges
Chief Executive Officer
Lee Schuneman
Chief Product Officer
Julie Bjune
Chief Financial Officer
Peter Burman
President Schools and Enterprises
Dr. Stefania Giannini
President Government Relations
Dr. Chris McCormick
Chief Academic Officer
Markus Mandl
Chief Marketing Officer
John Prokos
Chief Information Officer
Charles Li
Chief AI Officer
Tim Hesse
VP Data & Analytics
Meet our advisory board.
Bringing together leaders and experts from politics, government relations, and big tech.
José Manuel Barroso
Chief Executive Officer
Sir Nick Clegg
Chief Executive Officer
Mari Kiviniemi
Chief Executive Officer
Deepak Agarwal
Chief Executive Officer
Phil Waymouth
Chief Executive Officer
