Bengaluru-based startup Illumine, which is transforming early childhood education through artificial intelligence, has secured $2.5 million in seed funding from Prime Venture Partners. This funding builds upon the company’s previously raised $779K in the same round.
Illumine plans to use the fresh capital to accelerate product development and expand its international presence, according to a press release shared by the company.
About Illumine
Founded in 2018 by Navneet Rastogi, Purva Goyal, and Sourabh Agarwal, Illumine is a full-stack childcare management platform that aims to modernize and streamline childcare operations. The platform addresses the challenges of fragmented systems and outdated manual processes often seen in the early education sector.
Illumine’s AI-powered SaaS platform is specifically built for the childcare industry, providing comprehensive solutions that simplify daily operations for childcare centers and enhance communication with parents.
Global Footprint
Since its inception, Illumine has scaled its platform to serve over 3,000 childcare centers across 56 countries, including major markets such as the United States, UAE, Southeast Asia, Europe, and India. The company’s growing global footprint highlights the demand for intelligent, technology-driven solutions in the childcare and early education sector.
Looking Ahead
With this funding, Illumine is poised to further its mission of empowering childcare providers with innovative tools, enhancing operational efficiency, and improving educational experiences for young learners worldwide.