Weld North
Weld North operates Imagine Learning, a leading Pre-K-12 digital education provider in the US, and invests in high-potential education businesses across various educational stages.
Services
Weld North operates Imagine Learning, the largest pure-play Pre-K-12 digital education company in the United States. This platform offers a range of educational products tailored to pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students. The company is focused on expanding digital learning opportunities and has launched a foundation aimed at supporting social-emotional learning.
Founders
Weld North was founded in 2010 by Jonathan Grayer, who previously served as the Chairman and CEO of Kaplan, Inc. Under his leadership, Weld North has grown into a major player in the digital education sector, investing in high potential businesses across the educational spectrum.
Investment Focus
Weld North makes strategic investments across the education spectrum, which includes Pre-K-12, post-secondary education, lifelong learning, and corporate training. The company has recently launched an AI-focused venture capital fund to invest in AI-powered educational products, demonstrating a commitment to innovative learning solutions.
Significant Transactions
In 2018, Weld North sold its K12 digital assets to Silver Lake, a leading private equity firm. The same year, the company sold its educator professional development and assessment technology business to Powerschool, and its OPM business to John Wiley & Sons, Inc. These transactions were significant in shaping the company's focus and operational strategy.
Strategic Partnerships and Acquisitions
Weld North brought together all its K-12 digital assets under the Imagine Learning brand. In 2021, the company added Onex as an additional partner. Weld North also acquired Winsor Learning to better address the learning needs of students with disabilities through the launch of Imagine AscendTM. Such strategic moves have expanded the company's reach and capabilities in the education sector.