Pearson Ventures
London, Englandpearson.com
Overview
Pearson Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Pearson plc, the global learning company. It partners with and invests in early-stage companies creating innovative products and services in the education and workforce space, with a focus on future technologies that expand access to educational opportunities. The fund targets startups focused on employability, lifelong learning, and next-generation assessment tools, utilizing technologies like AI, mobile-first delivery, and AR/VR.
Portfolio Companies
11
Website
pearson.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cashmere | Jan 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| YouScience | Jun 2025 | Strategic | Co-investor |
| Acadeum | May 2023 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Creyos | Feb 2023 | Series A | Lead |
| Plum.io | Feb 2023 | Convertible Debt | Lead |
Sector & Stage Mix
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