Next Education Turns 16: The Network of New-Age Ed-Tech Solutions to Grow Further

Over the last 16 years, the company has been at the forefront of the Ed-Tech revolution in the country with its innovative teaching and learning solutions

Next Education, a SaaS-based end-to-end education solutions provider revolutionising the K-12 education sector in India, is marking a significant milestone as it celebrates its 16th anniversary. With a remarkable journey marked by numerous milestones and accolades, the company has continued to redefine educational technology, creating user-friendly, learner-centric products aimed at making quality education accessible and affordable for every child.

Founded in 2007 by visionary IIT alumni Raveendranath Kamath and Beas Dev Ralhan, Next Education has been at the forefront of educational technology innovation. The company has consistently introduced cutting-edge solutions that empower educators, engage students, and enhance learning outcomes. In the past sixteen years, the company has launched a diverse range of state-of-the-art products, including TeachNext, NextOS, Next360, NextLab, NextBooks, Next ERP, and NextCurriculum. These products have been meticulously designed to align with CBSE, ICSE, and 29 state boards, catering to educational needs in 7 major Indian languages.

At the core of Next Education’s mission lies a strong belief in instilling contemporary 21st-century skills in today’s learners. Through the utilisation of technology and innovative learning approaches, the company has created a cutting-edge integrated SaaS platform known as the Next OS. This platform enables efficient and transparent management of all academic and administrative functions within a school, guaranteeing compliance, content enriched with animations, and remote accessibility.

“At Next Education, our journey has always been about empowering learners for the future. As we celebrate 16 years of innovation, we recommit ourselves to our mission of fostering 21st-century skills in the students of today. We are driven to continue scaling new heights, delivering personalised learning experiences, and pushing the boundaries of educational technology,” says Beas Dev Ralhan, CEO of Next Education.

Next Education’s influence transcends geographical boundaries, enhancing the educational journeys of numerous educators and students globally. In the current year, the company has achieved noteworthy milestones, particularly marked by the extensive uptake of its latest flagship offering, Next 360, within schools nationwide. This strategic move has bolstered their presence in India’s leading educational institutions. Furthermore, the company’s reach has been expanded to encompass the Middle East and Africa, leaving a positive impact on student’s lives by delivering quality education.

Furthermore, Next Education is not only committed to innovation but also to making a meaningful contribution to the community. Through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts, the company is actively working to bridge the digital divide and improve educational opportunities for students in all communities.

During its journey, Next Education has earned numerous accolades and accolades. In February 2023, the company received the Best Learning Solution Provider and the Ed-tech Deployment of the Year K-12 at the Education Innovation Awards 2023.

Similarly, in 2013, the company received the Excellent Human Resource Management in Education Industry award from the National HRD Network. The company was also honoured with the Best School Books Solution award at the Global Learn Tech Conference and Awards in 2014 and the Innovation Excellence Award in Education by ASSOCHAM in 2015. In 2020, Next Education was once again recognised for its tech-enabled innovative teaching-learning methods, winning the Best Classroom Tech Solution award at the Education Innovation Awards.

In addition to these accomplishments, Next Education received the Best Multimedia Content for K-12 Education award at the 2013 World Education Summit, as well as the Innovation in Teaching Pedagogy Award in 2015 and the Innovation in Pre-School Pedagogy award in 2016.