digiSchool

About digiSchool

digiSchool, established in Lyon, France, in 2011 by co-founders Anthony Kuntz and Thierry Debarnot, operates as a significant player in the digital education sector. Initially known as Media Etudiant, the company emerged from Thierry Debarnot's 2005 student-aid website, Marketing-etudiant.fr. The venture between Kuntz, who brought mobile development expertise from his company Kreactive, and Debarnot, aimed to expand the platform's reach to mobile and tablet users. While Debarnot departed in 2017 for new challenges, Kuntz continues to lead the company as President.

The firm targets the 15 to 25-year-old demographic, providing a comprehensive suite of digital tools and resources to support their educational and early professional journeys. The platform's offerings are extensive, covering everything from exam preparation for the baccalaureate and driver's license theory to career guidance services like resume and cover letter assistance. With a user base of approximately 3 million active monthly users in France, the company has established a substantial audience. Its services are accessible across various digital media, including websites, mobile apps, and tablets.

digiSchool's business model has evolved from being primarily supported by targeted advertising and partnerships with higher education institutions to incorporating a subscription-based service. The company generates revenue by providing free educational content to attract a large audience, whose demographic data is valuable to advertisers and partner schools. In 2018, it introduced paid services, and later launched the "Pass Education Numérique," a subscription that grants access to all premium content and features under a single account. The company has successfully raised significant capital, including a €14 million round in 2016 to fund expansion into Great Britain and Spain, and a later investment from Educapital in 2020 to develop its digital education pass.