For Startups

The LearnDock Program for Startups

We help EdTech teams navigate procurement, build trusted relationships with institutions and bring their solutions into German classrooms.

300+
Institutions
29+
Startups supported
89%
Pilot success rate
12
Policy engagements

What you get

Public market access, local validation, and procurement-readiness for the German education system.

Market Access
Direct introductions to decision-makers across schools, districts, and ministries.
Pilot Programs
Structured pilots with clear learning goals, success metrics, and feedback loops.
Compliance
Guidance on Datenschutz, data processing agreements, and public procurement steps.
Teacher Network
Access to educators for co-creation, classroom testing, and adoption champions.
Localization Support
Curriculum fit, language adaptation, and state-by-state requirements.
Go-to-Market
Positioning, case studies, and proof points for buyers in the German education market.

How it works

A lightweight, outcomes-driven program across four phases.

1

Assessment

Product, curriculum fit, and data-readiness review. Clear goals and cohort plan.

2

Pilot Setup

School selection, training design, and success metrics aligned with stakeholders.

3

Delivery

Classroom rollout, educator support, ongoing feedback, and mid-point adjustments.

4

Proof & Scale

Evidence pack, procurement pathway, and introductions to scale across regions.

Program timeline

Typical cohorts run 12–16 weeks with measurable outcomes.

Weeks 1–3
Alignment, localization, pilot scoping, and compliance checklist.
Weeks 4–10
Classroom pilots, educator training, mid-point review and iteration.
Weeks 11–16
Evidence/reporting pack, procurement pathway, and scale introductions.

Eligibility

We work with early to growth-stage EdTech teams focused on meaningful learning outcomes.

Clear learning objective and target users

Functional product (MVP or later) ready for pilots

Founding team commitment during the cohort

Willingness to adapt for German context

Data protection readiness and security posture

Evidence mindset: measure outcomes and iterate

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, reach out via our contact page.

Ready to start your pilot?

Join our next cohort and get your solution into German classrooms.