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EdTech Startups

Square Root Solutions offers EdTech software development services for startups, building software Irish EdTech startups actually ship with, not an agency engagement that leaves you rebuilding everything after your next raise. We help you move at MVP speed without leaving behind a codebase that collapses the moment real users and real growth arrive.

EdTech Startups
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The problem EdTech startups actually face

Startups need to move fast, but most technical partners either move fast and leave behind something unmaintainable, or move carefully and burn through runway before there's anything to show investors. Founders end up choosing between speed and quality, when the actual problem is finding a partner who can do both.

If you're building an EdTech startup in Ireland, some of this will sound familiar:

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An agency built your MVP fast, but the codebase can't survive the next round of growth without a rebuild
AI features got added because investors expect them, not because they were built to actually work
You need senior engineering judgement, but can't yet justify a full in-house team
Technical due diligence ahead of a raise turns up more problems than it should

None of that is really about whether your idea is good. It's about technical execution that was optimised for a demo, not for what comes after.

How we help EdTech startups

As an EdTech startup development company offering EdTech software development for startups, we provide:

MVP development and product discovery

A build process that starts with defining the actual problem, not jumping straight to code, with MVP scope built around market validation and fast prototyping for founder and investor feedback, so what you ship is worth shipping.

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CTO-as-a-service and technical guidance

Senior technical judgement on architecture, hiring, and roadmap decisions, without the cost of a full-time hire before you need one.

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Technical due diligence support

Codebase and architecture reviews that hold up under investor scrutiny, built on architecture that supports future growth, so diligence doesn't become a bottleneck to your raise.

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Scaling engineering teams as you grow

A team that can grow with you, from a lean MVP build to a larger engineering effort, delivering product development linked to the startup business model, without a full re-platform in between.

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AI features built to actually work

AI built because it solves a real problem for your users, developed under the same governance standards behind our ISO 42001 certification, not added for the pitch deck.

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Third-party integrations done properly

Payment, LMS, SIS, and other integrations built to hold up in production, with education workflows built into the product and support beyond product launch, not just in a demo environment.

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Built With EdTech Founders. Proven in the Real World.

From first product to scaled platform, see how we've helped EdTech founders turn ideas into robust products built for real users, real growth and what comes after the next funding round.

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EdTech

We built EduSmart Planner, an AI-powered curriculum and school planning platform for CJ Fallon. It converts curriculum PDFs into structured academic plans, helping schools reduce manual planning work.

Teachers can manage lessons, assignments, and quizzes more efficiently, while admins track progress and resources through a centralized dashboard built to streamline school operations.

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250+ schools using the platform across Ireland
4,500+ teachers benefiting from automated plan creation
75% of time saved in curriculum management
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EdTech

We built Acuru, an active learning platform for accounting, tax, and regulatory training that replaces passive courses with adaptive, scenario-based learning.

Learners access interactive exercises, games, flashcards, and instant feedback across web and mobile, while the admin dashboard provides content management, cohort analytics, and organization-wide visibility into learning progress and capabilities.

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+10% improvement in exam pass rates
40% reduction in time to mastery
92% learner engagement
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EdTech

We built Leaving Cert Plus, a subscription study platform providing students with bite-sized video lessons, notes, flashcards, and exam questions across subjects and topics.

Unified search, flexible playback, and synced progress support seamless learning across app, iPad, and web. An admin panel enables content publishing, access management, teacher verification, and pricing control.

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Trusted by over 25,000 Irish students
Rated 4.5 on the App Store and 4.9 on Google Play
Self-service plans handle upgrades and renewals automatically

Why choose Square Root Solutions?

We're an Irish edtech and educational technology development company, built to internationally recognised standards. Our custom edtech software powers learning platforms trusted by schools, universities, and training providers, backed by independent certification, not promises.

10+

Years of
Experience

125M+

Platform
Users Served

350+

Projects
Delivered

150+

Engineers on
Our Team

100+

EdTech Solutions
Deployed

The Technology Behind Every Platform We Build

We choose the stack based on your project, not the other way around, this list reflects what we reach for most often, not a fixed template.

ReactJS
Next.js
TypeScript
.NET
Node.js
Python
PostgreSQL
mys ql
aws
azure
Docker
graphql
redis
elasticsearch
openai

Built for how Irish EdTech startups actually grow

We know the codebase that gets you to your first 100 users isn't automatically the one that survives your next 10,000, and we know founders don't have the runway to rebuild twice. We build with your next stage in mind from the start, so growth doesn't mean starting over.

That's the standard our education startup software company Ireland relies on, delivered by EdTech app developers Ireland trusts, builds to, every time, backed by our work as an EdTech SaaS development company.

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What We Typically Help EdTech Startups With

MVP development and product discovery

CTO-as-a-service and technical due diligence support

Scaling engineering teams as you grow

AI feature development

Third-party integrations

AI Learning Platforms

Every one of these draws on our custom education software for startups and learning platform development for startups experience, part of a broader education platform MVP development offering, delivered by EdTech startup developers and our work as an education app development for startups partner.

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Data stays where it should

GDPR-compliant by default, hosted in Ireland, not just "somewhere in the EU." Building this in from day one is easier, and cheaper, than retrofitting it after your first enterprise or institutional customer asks.

Get in touch

Share a few details about what you're building, and we'll take it from there.

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Your data stays private and GDPR-compliant.

Marah Curtin

“Frekkel's AI turned our vision into something real. Our users love the personalisation, the transparency, and the progress they can see and feel.”

Marah Curtin (Founder & CEO, Frekkel)

Wendy Oke

“They're not just an outsource development company, they became an extension of our team.”

Wendy Oke (CEO, TeachKloud)

Dr Jake Robinson

“Square Root Solutions understood exactly what we needed for our AI-powered learning platform. The team delivered something our students and educators genuinely rely on.”

Dr Jake Robinson
(Founder & CEO, OnWard Education)

Cathal D’Arcy

“Square Root Solutions put me at ease from day one, clear communication, a brilliant project manager, and a team that treated our success as their own.”

Cathal D’Arcy (Founder & CEO, Bergo)

Deirdre Lyons

“Square Root Solutions brought both technical depth and genuine care to our platform. What they built gives our team real confidence in how it performs.”

Deirdre Lyons (Founder & CEO, Acuru)

Aaron Keane

“Square Root Solutions built a platform our students actually use every day. Reliable, easy to use, and exactly what we needed.”

Aaron Keane (Founder, Leaving Cert Plus)

Our clients speak

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Square Root took the time to understand our vision, built a clear technical roadmap, and communicated brilliantly throughout, our dedicated project manager was outstanding. The team treated Bergo's success as their own, and I couldn't recommend them more highly.

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Cathal D'Arcy

Founder, BERGO - Specialist BER Assessment Software
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Square Root Solutions delivered a stable, high-performing MVP with strong early user engagement. Following an agile approach throughout, the team was responsive, adaptable, and proactive in resolving issues and incorporating feedback. They excelled at translating complex ideas into intuitive user experiences that users loved from day one.

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Anthony Kelly

Founder, Hitch Networking
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Square Root Solutions delivered exactly what we needed with professionalism, clear communication, and exceptional responsiveness. Their ability to adapt quickly while maintaining high-quality delivery made the entire process seamless. We look forward to working with them again and recommend them without hesitation.

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Louise Jones

CEO, Barrister365
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Working with Square Root Solutions was a seamless experience. They successfully delivered our app across two platforms, earning positive feedback for its intuitive design while maintaining a transparent and well-organized development process. Their willingness to adapt to evolving requirements, coupled with deep technical expertise & strong product thinking, made them a trusted technology partner.

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Niamh De Búrca

Founder, SproutPlans
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Square Root Solutions delivered our custom platform with professionalism, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to our success. They consistently met milestones, responded quickly to feedback, and worked as an extension of our team. Their dedication to building the best possible product helped make our platform launch a success.

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Conall Horgan

Founder, Talent Prospecting
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Working with Square Root Solutions was a great experience. They delivered a beautifully designed mobile app, communicated openly about timelines, and consistently met key milestones. Their responsiveness, transparency, and commitment to quality made the entire development process smooth and collaborative.

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Clare Gleeson

Co-Founder, Fostering Connect
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Square Root Solutions went above and beyond to help us achieve our goals. They successfully maintained our web platform, delivered a high-quality mobile app on time and within budget, and remained highly responsive throughout the project. The team consistently kept their promises, met every milestone, and demonstrated a genuine commitment to our success, making them a trusted technology partner.

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Deirdre Lyons

Co-Founder, Acuru (formerly Examfly)
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Square Root Solutions delivered a high-quality app that exceeded our expectations and created new revenue opportunities for our business. Throughout the project, the team communicated clearly, delivered on time, and remained incredibly flexible as our vision evolved. Their willingness to adapt, refine, and ensure every detail was right made them an outstanding partner to work with.

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Karl O Meara

Managing Director, Centric Pensions Limited
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Square Root Solutions brought creativity, enthusiasm, and genuine passion to every stage of our project. They delivered intuitive apps that have been warmly received by educators for their ease of use and rich functionality, while also generating growing interest among parents. Their clear communication and collaborative approach kept everyone aligned, making the entire development process smooth and enjoyable.

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Avril McMonagle

Founder & Lead Consultant, Meantóir
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Square Root Solutions transformed our website into a modern, accessible platform that's easy for non-technical users to manage and seamlessly integrates with third-party systems. Their excellent communication, responsiveness, and commitment to meeting deadlines made the entire process effortless. The improvements have contributed to increased student enrolment and delivered lasting value to our organisation.

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Tadhg Farrelly

IT Coordinator, Greenhills Community College

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Every engagement starts with Discovery, defining the actual problem and scope before committing to a build, which matters even more at the earliest stage.

Yes, we can review and help prepare your codebase and architecture so diligence doesn't become an unexpected obstacle.

Genuinely production-ready. AI features are developed under the same governance standards behind our ISO 42001 certification, built to work, not just to impress in a pitch.

That's the standard we build to. We architect for what comes after the MVP, not just for launch, so scaling doesn't mean a rebuild.

No. Many startups work with us as an extension of a small or nonexistent technical team, scaling that relationship as you grow.

Possibly. A number of Irish and EU grant schemes support early-stage and innovation-led companies. We can point you toward relevant options during your Discovery Call, though eligibility and funding decisions sit with the relevant grant body, not us.

This page is for earlier-stage startups building toward or just past MVP. If you already have an established product to modernise, scale, or add AI to, see our EdTech SaaS owners page, that's built for where you are.