Empowering the next generation with innovative educational products designed to unlock every child’s potential. Head Start is committed to delivering world-class learning experiences that prepare students for a bright future.
At Head Start, our mission is simple yet powerful: to ensure that learners in developing countries receive world-class education that is both accessible and affordable. Our purpose is to make education equitable for all, ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has the opportunity to develop the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century.
At Head Start, we are dedicated to transforming education through innovative digital solutions that empower children and their families. Our focus is on providing high-quality, accessible learning products that cater to the unique needs of every student, helping them build the skills necessary to excel in a rapidly changing world.
We envision a world where learners are given access to skills and expertise to increase their social and human capital, helping millions of young people to play an active role in a globalised digital world in the hopes of improving society for all.
We create and aggregate the leading education companies globally in one place and partner with the largest organisations and schools to scale distribution, making world-class education accessible and affordable for millions.
Our core values define how we operate and guide every decision we make. At Head Start, we believe in:
Shivad Singh is the visionary founder and CEO of Head Start, often described as the ‘Netflix for Education.’ From an early age, Shivad dedicated himself to transforming the education system, launching his first company, Presto, when he was just 19. Today, he leads Head Start with a clear mission: to create accessible and innovative educational products that empower young learners to thrive in a digital world.
Shivad has built partnerships with some of the largest corporations in Africa and leading global edtech companies. His accolades include winning various social innovation awards and being recognized as a News24 Young Mandela of the Future and a Queen’s Young Leader. In his spare time, Shivad enjoys making humorous TikToks and practicing Tai-Chi. Despite his love for innovation, Shivad might be the only Indian who avoids cricket and spicy food, always opting for lemon and herb at Nando’s.