Parents, teachers, and school directors all agree —
the change they see is real.
We started in 2011. What we've heard since then, consistently, from parents across Greece and Cyprus, is the same: the confidence change is visible before anything else. Here's what we know — honestly — about the impact so far.
I got some ideas to raise my kids as entrepreneurs from this course. Clear speech. Thank you.
A note on where we are
Kid Startupper has been active in schools and homes since 2011 — first in Greece and Cyprus, and now opening worldwide. The parents we've worked with have seen real changes in their children. But we're early in collecting those stories in written form, and we'd rather say that honestly than fill this page with quotes we can't point you to.
What you'll find below is what we can say with confidence: our track record, the recognition we've received, and the specific changes parents and educators consistently report seeing. If you want to talk to someone who has used the programme, send us a message — we'll connect you.
14 years. Real classrooms. Real children.
The numbers behind the programme that parents ask us about most.
From a classroom in Greece to Web Summit — the story behind the platform
Before it was a platform, it was an idea tested in real schools. Here's how it grew.
Google awarded Kid Startupper free server credits at Web Summit 2014
At Web Summit in Dublin, Google selected Kid Startupper to receive a donation of free cloud server credits — the infrastructure that made it possible to launch and run the platform. This is where it all began operationally.
Web Summit — The global stage for high-growth startups
Web Summit is one of the largest technology and entrepreneurship conferences in the world. Kid Startupper was invited to present and took part in a Google workshop. What followed was a series of meetings with senior figures from the world's most recognised companies — who came to the platform, not the other way around.
ENTREDU — Entrepreneurship in Education
A conference organised by INTRASOFT, SIVECO, INSEAD and the Hellenic-German Education initiative, under the auspices of the University of Crete. Educators and schools from across Greece participated. The central conclusion: there is a clear and urgent need for a structured entrepreneurship platform for school students. Kid Startupper was presented as exactly that.
Erasmus+ EU Programme — Teaching Entrepreneurship in Schools
Kid Startupper was presented in Palermo to primary and secondary school teachers from Germany, with university professors from Sweden also in attendance. Both the platform and the educational materials — books, printed resources, and supplementary materials — were demonstrated in full. A dedicated session was given to Aristotle's First Principles method — the philosophical framework at the heart of how Kid Startupper teaches entrepreneurship.
Mediterranean College Thessaloniki
Kid Startupper was presented to the faculty and students of Mediterranean College in Thessaloniki — one of the leading private higher education institutions in Greece. The session covered the platform in full, the pedagogical approach, and the curriculum structure.
Workshop in Children's Entrepreneurship — Democritus University of Kavala
Kid Startupper ran a hands-on workshop at the Democritus university of Kavala in partnership with the University of Children. The workshop introduced children directly to entrepreneurship and digital business, with the goal of developing creativity, imagination, and practical skills in a real-world setting. The programme was recognised as award-winning at this event.
What the educational world has said about it
Before parents said it, these organisations did.
Education Leaders Awards 2018
Recognised as one of the most innovative educational initiatives in the region — one of the most prestigious distinctions in education in Greece and Cyprus.
Web Summit & WEBIT 2014
Presented at two of the most significant technology and innovation conferences in Europe — among thousands of competing startups and platforms.
Erasmus+ Programme
The curriculum originated through the Erasmus+ framework — the EU's flagship programme for educational innovation — and was developed with real school partnerships.
International Conference on Educational Innovation (EEPEK)
Presented at one of the largest learning communities for educators in Europe, alongside leading educational programmes from across the continent.
McAfee SECURE Certified
Continuously verified for security vulnerabilities and unauthorised access — the same certification standard used by major commercial platforms trusted by millions.
Media Coverage
Featured in Startupper.gr, It's Possible, and covered on national television in Greece — not as advertising, but as news.
The changes they see — before they can explain why
- "He started explaining his ideas at the dinner table. He'd never done that before."
- "She stopped saying 'I can't' and started saying 'how could I?'"
- "He built his first business plan before I built mine. I was 38 when I did it."
- "The confidence was the first thing. The business thinking came later — but the confidence came immediately."
- "She's more patient with problems now. She doesn't panic. She thinks."
- "Our conversations changed. We talk about ideas, not just school grades."
Have you used Kid Startupper with your child?
We'd love to hear what you noticed. If you're willing to share your experience — even a few sentences — it helps other parents make a better decision for their children. There's no obligation and we'll always ask before using anything you share.
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