محمد يحي
- Seesaw Announces Acquisition of “Little Thinkers Minds ” from Jordan to Support Digital Education Solutions in the Region
- The acquisition will help provide Arabic-language digital learning tools supported by interactivity and instant feedback.
- The deal supports plans to launch the first fully integrated Arabic-language educational platform next year.
Seesaw, the US-based company specializing in educational technology from preschool through to 12th grade, has announced its acquisition of the Jordanian startup “Little Thinkers Minds”.
This strategic move aims to expand Arabic-language digital education solutions across the Middle East and North Africa region.
About “Little Thinkers Minds”
Founded in 2004, “Little Thinkers Minds” is a leading company in the development of digital content designed to enhance reading and writing skills in Arabic.
The company currently serves over 400,000 students across more than 10 countries through popular educational platforms such as “Read in Arabic” and “Learn Arabic”, with its solutions widely used in schools, refugee education programs, and government initiatives.
Details of the Acquisition
With this acquisition, Seesaw plans to integrate the Arabic content developed by “Little Thinkers Minds” into its educational platform, offering Arabic-language digital learning tools supported by interactive features and instant feedback.
The company also plans to launch the first fully integrated Arabic-language educational platform by 2026.
Executive Comments
Commenting on the deal, Matthew Given, CEO of Seesaw, stated:
“This acquisition represents a significant step in our mission to provide effective and interactive learning experiences for learners around the world, especially in Arabic-speaking markets.”
On her part, Rama Kyali, co-founder and CEO of “Little Thinkers Minds”, expressed her enthusiasm, saying:
“Joining Seesaw marks a pivotal moment in our journey and will enable us to expand our impact in enhancing reading skills in Arabic across the region.”
Future Outlook
Currently, both companies serve over 800,000 users in approximately 3,000 schools and educational institutions in MENA.
They aim for global expansion through a shared suite of educational products that cater to the needs of learners worldwide.
