
Building Connections.
Scaling Impact.
Driving Innovation.
The Early Stage fellowship track is for new entrepreneurs working to validate and launch an EdTech business idea within Europe.
The next cohort starts on July 1, 2025.
The Early Stage fellowship track is designed for aspiring female entrepreneurs ready to transform their EdTech ideas into viable startups. This 8 week online programme offers mentorship, practical learning, and a supportive community to help you navigate the initial phases of your entrepreneurial journey.
This fellowship will equip you with the foundational skills and knowledge to develop, validate, and launch your EdTech venture. You'll gain insights into the European EdTech market as a whole, market research, product development, fundraising, sales, and go-to-market strategies, all tailored to the unique challenges of early-stage founders.
This initiative is spearheaded by the European EdTech Alliance, a non-profit organisation dedicated to fostering innovation and collaboration across the EdTech landscape in Europe.
The next cohort will focus on early ventures in Early Childhood Education (ECE), K-12, or HigherEd.
The next cohort will focus on early ventures in Early Childhood Education (ECE), K-12, or HigherEd.
Fellowship Highlights
Cohort-Based Learning Experience
Join an exclusive cohort of up to 10-15 fellows for 8 weeks of interactive online sessions, fostering personalised growth and peer support.
Weekly Expert-Led Workshops
Participate in eight weekly 1-1.5 hour sessions led by industry experts, covering essential topics such as business model development, product development, and sales strategies.
Practical Resources
Access a curated selection of resources to apply learnings directly to your startup idea.
Peer Networking and Support
Connect with fellow early-stage founders to share experiences, challenges, and insights, building a supportive network that extends beyond the programme.
Pathway to the Growth Stage Fellowship
Upon completion, participants are well-positioned to apply for the Growth Stage fellowship, with a discount offered to Early Stage alumnae.

Fellowship Details
To participate in the upcoming cohort, you must:
Have an idea or early EdTech venture focused on Early Childhood Education (ECE), K-12, or HigherEd.
Be based in Europe or have a strong interest in the European EdTech market.
Be committed to attending all online sessions.
Eligibility Criteria
Duration
The programme runs for eight consecutive weeks.
8x weekly online sessions (1-1.5 hours each)
Format
Costs
The total cost of the fellowship is 1000 EUR.

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Applications are due June 15, 2025.
The fellowship starts on July 1st, 2025.
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