Elevate Education

About Elevate Education

Elevate Education was founded in 2001 by Douglas Barton, who sought to understand the gap between average and top-performing students. The company's methodology is built on years of research into the study habits of the most successful students, aiming to make these effective techniques and skills accessible to all. The business operates on a B2B model, partnering with over 3,000 schools across the USA, UK, Australia, South Africa, and Singapore. The core offering consists of high-impact, in-person workshops delivered at schools by dynamic, relatable presenters. Before each program, Elevate surveys the student body to tailor the curriculum to the school's specific needs. To ensure lasting behavioral change, the company provides a suite of integrated resources for students, teachers, and parents. These include classroom materials for teachers to reinforce the skills, and an online platform for students with practice questions, video tutorials, and study guides. The firm also provides data-driven impact reports to schools to measure the program's effectiveness. Since 2017, the company has also expanded into a B2C offering, providing one-on-one coaching for students and families. Elevate Education's approach has gained significant recognition, winning the Nescafé Big Break Award in 2002 and being named the NSW Telstra Small Business of the Year in 2014. Founder Douglas Barton also shared the company's research and philosophy in a TEDx talk. Keywords: study skills, student achievement, K-12 education, academic performance, exam preparation, educational workshops, student coaching, high school seminars, time management skills, memory techniques, effective learning, parent seminars, teacher professional development, data-driven education, student motivation, academic resources, international education, B2B edtech, learning strategies, exam techniques, student engagement, closing achievement gaps, college readiness