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Jikestar Programming for Children
Online and offline coding education for children
About Jikestar Programming for Children
Jikestar Programming for Children, legally known as Beijing Jikestar Technology Development Co., Ltd., is an educational services provider founded in August 2016. The company was co-founded by Allen Zhan (Zhan Wenzong) and Shuang Zhan. Jikestar focuses on delivering programming education to children aged 7 to 16 through both online and offline channels. Its curriculum is designed to be progressive, starting with visual programming and advancing to Python, C++, and preparation for international informatics olympiads.
The company's business model includes direct-to-consumer online classes and a network of over 300 physical learning centers. It has also established partnerships with numerous primary and secondary schools. Jikestar utilizes a proprietary curriculum system and incorporates AI to personalize the learning experience based on each student's abilities. The company generates revenue through fees for its courses and programs. Since its inception, the company has secured funding from investors including Ucommune, New Oriental, and Susquehanna Asia Investments (SIG). A significant funding round in September 2019, led by SIG, raised nearly 100 million RMB (approximately $14 million USD).
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| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Sep 2019 | $14M | $55M | SIG China | — |
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