Pinion Education
Design and technology educational programs for schools.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
N/A | Seed | ||
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Founded in 2013, Pinion Education offers a technology-focused educational model for schools, transforming traditional computer classes into comprehensive design and technology lessons. The company serves elementary, junior high, and high schools with a curriculum centered around Design Thinking. This approach integrates STEAM tools like robotics, 3D printing, and programming to foster skills such as design thinking, digital citizenship, and innovation. Pinion's program is structured around key pillars including Design Thinking, Programming, Construction, ICT, Communication, Collaboration, and Digital Citizenship, aiming to equip students with critical, creative, and computational thinking for the future.
The business model involves providing its educational programs directly to schools. The company works with over 80 schools across Mexico, Central America, and South America. Pinion offers ongoing, personalized technical support and training for teachers, who act as guides in the learning process. In October 2024, Pinion Education was acquired by Sapiens Capital, a firm established in late 2022 by César González and Renaud Chevreul. Prior to this, Pinion had been backed by GC Capital Fund, which invested in the startup in 2018. The company generated approximately $1.2M in sales in 2023.
Keywords: edtech, design thinking, technology education, STEAM, K-12 education, educational model, digital citizenship, programming for kids, 3D printing in education, robotics for schools, teacher training, curriculum development, Latin America education, creative skills, computational thinking, educational transformation, personalized learning, educational programs, school partnerships, project-based learning.