iSchool, a leader in K–12 AI and coding education in MENA, has announced the acquisition of SEEDS, the EdTech division of Egyptian–Saudi tech firm Algoriza. The strategic move is designed to strengthen iSchool’s Saudi footprint and fast-track its corporate learning programs.
Why This Matters
Saudi Arabia is emerging as a major hub for youth-focused tech education. By acquiring SEEDS, iSchool gains:
- ✅ Access to SEEDS’ operational base and educational partnerships
✅ A growing student network across key Saudi regions
✅ A ready-made platform to scale corporate learning models
A New Model for Upskilling
One of iSchool’s most innovative offerings is its corporate benefit program—teaching AI and coding to employees’ children as part of HR perks. Piloted with banks, telecom giants, and energy companies, this model has already shown strong results.
- ✅ Adds emotional and professional value for parents
- ✅ Builds tech-savvy talent pipelines from the ground up
- ✅ Turns early tech learning into a strategic family investment
“SEEDS brings incredible local momentum,” said Muhammad Gawish, Co-Founder & CEO of iSchool. “Together, we can drive national impact—especially by launching this new category of workforce-family education.”
iSchool’s Regional Footprint
With over 131,000 students across 20+ countries, iSchool runs live, interactive classes for ages 6–18 in:
- ✅ Artificial Intelligence
- ✅ Data Science
- ✅ Cybersecurity
- ✅ Game Development
- ✅ UI/UX Design
Students not only build strong tech skills—they launch projects, build portfolios, and even explore entrepreneurship.
What does SEEDS do?
SEEDS has been a fast-rising EdTech player with a focus on:
- ✅ AI-first content tailored for younger learners
- ✅ Empowering local teachers
- ✅ Bilingual content development
Now, under iSchool, the combined teams aim to expand public-private partnerships and enhance curriculum offerings across Saudi Arabia’s schools.
“Joining iSchool is a natural step,” said Mohamed Aldmohy, CEO of Algoriza. “This partnership helps scale our mission to bring AI education to young learners—while adding value for educators and employers.”
What’s Next?
Saudi Arabia, with its youth-heavy demographics, is rapidly becoming a key destination for EdTech growth. With SEEDS now part of the team, iSchool is poised to:
- ✅ Lead tech learning in both classrooms and corporate settings
- ✅ Develop future-ready generations through real-world skills
- ✅ Create stronger links between education, innovation, and workforce needs