Our Story

There has always been a close relationship between where you live and the quality of your education. And, we know from research that access to quality education has a direct effect on long-term life opportunities. This just doesn’t feel fair. Everyone should have access to great schools that support their children’s needs and interests.

When I discovered online learning, I marveled at the potential for any student anywhere in the world to access high-quality learning that’s flexible and more personalized. I jumped headfirst into this sector, eventually becoming the Chief Product Officer for one of the largest providers of online learning in the world. If we were our own school district, we would be one of the largest in the country!

My excitement for this education model quickly turned to caution. I saw that working alone did not help students build the critical social skills they would need in life. I saw that parents were having to quit their jobs to support their children at home. So, many felt the stress of being both parent and educator. Over time, I got to understand why so many families left online schools so soon after they had joined.

I committed myself to make it better — more social, more personalized, more flexible, and more convenient for busy families. In many ways, I am building KaiPod Learning for my daughter. I want her to have a modern education, where she is supported and challenged, where she meets her best friend, and where she builds the skills she will need to succeed in life.

I invite you to learn more, join us, and help build the future of learning.

Amar Kumar
Founder & CEO