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Lingokids - overview
Established
2015
Location
Wilmington, DE, US
Primary Industry
Education/Training
About
Monkimun Inc. , trading under the name Lingokids, develops innovative educational solutions for children, notably through the Playlearning™ app, which fosters learning by combining play with academic content. Founded in 2015, Monkimun Inc. is headquartered in Delaware, US, and specializes in educational technology for young children.
The company was co-founded by Cristobal Viedma, who has a history of entrepreneurial ventures. In March 2022, Monkimun secured USD 40. 00 mn in Series C funding from investors including GP Bullhound, HV Capital, and Ravensburger AG, bringing the total amount raised to USD 40. 00 mn.
To date, Monkimun has completed 10 funding deals, with the most recent funding round aimed at supporting the company’s growth initiatives. Lingokids primarily offers the Playlearning™ app, designed to provide educational content for children in a playful environment. This app delivers a range of interactive activities, including puzzles, songs, science lessons, and yoga tutorials, all tailored to enhance both academic knowledge and essential life skills. The product is geared towards children aged 2 to 8, aiming to engage their curiosity and imagination through play.
Lingokids serves a global customer base, with its products marketed extensively in regions such as North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, making educational play accessible to a diverse audience. The platform is built by a team comprising teachers, parents, and creative professionals, reflecting its commitment to fostering a love for learning through play. In the most recent fiscal year of 2022, Monkimun reported revenue of USD 12. 57 mn and an EBITDA of USD 878,291.
The company generates revenue primarily through a subscription-based model, allowing users to access the Playlearning™ app’s extensive library of content. Parents can choose from various subscription plans that can be billed monthly or annually, ensuring families have access to meaningful educational resources. In March 2022, Monkimun Inc. announced plans to utilize the recently raised USD 40.
00 mn to accelerate the launch of a new board game aimed at enhancing children's learning experiences. The company is also exploring expansion into new geographic markets with a focus on increasing its presence in Europe and North America by 2023. In September 2025, Lingokids raised USD 120 million in venture funding co-led by returning investor GP Bullhound and new investor General Catalyst Partners, with participation from another new investor Nextalia. The company will use the funding to enhance its learning platform with artificial intelligence, expand educational content, and develop new licensed partnerships.
Current Investors
Bessemer Venture Partners, HV Capital, FundersClub
Primary Industry
Education/Training
Sub Industries
Education & Training Website, Education & Training Software
Website
www.lingokids.com
Verticals
Artificial Intelligence, EdTech, Mobile Apps
Company Stage
Series C
Total Amount Raised
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