Helsinki Education Hub EdTech Incubator Autumn 2026

About

An incubator program designed for early-stage EdTech teams, offering expert mentorship, a structured product development framework, and opportunities for real-world testing with users. Participants will gain access to investor connections and a supportive founder community, all aimed at transforming innovative educational solutions into market-ready products.

Benefits

• 🧑‍🏫 Expert Mentorship
  Access to mentors in educational sciences and business to guide your project development.
• 🚀Product Development Framework
  Utilization of Lean LaunchPad methodology to help reach the MVP stage effectively.
• 🏫School Pilots
  Opportunities for user testing through school pilots and access to innovation networks.
• 💼Investor Connections
  Support in connecting with investors and assistance in pitch preparation to accelerate growth.
• 🤝Founder Community
  Join a community of founders who understand the EdTech landscape and can provide support.

Eligibility Criteria

• Early-stage teams with a working prototype or early-stage solution
• A clear learning problem you want to solve
• Commitment to test with real users (teachers, students, schools)

Participation Commitments

• Must participate in the program running from mid-September to mid-November 2026
• Commitment to engage in user testing with real users throughout the program duration
• Active participation in mentorship sessions and workshops provided during the incubator.

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

Education Technology