Texthelp

What Texthelp does

Texthelp, now operating as Everway, is a neuroinclusive software company founded in 1995 in Antrim, Northern Ireland by Martin McKay, with a US headquarters in Huron, Ohio. The company builds assistive and special education technology used by more than 250 million people worldwide, serving K-12 districts, higher education institutions, and large enterprises seeking to support neurodivergent employees and students. Following the September 2024 merger with n2y and a 2025 rebrand to Everway, the company offers a 17+ product portfolio organized into instruction (Unique Learning System, News2You, Equals Mathematics, L3 Skills, Symbolstix Prime, Positivity, Classics, Inspire), assistive and accessibility tools (Read&Write, Equatio, OrbitNote, SpeechStream, uPar), planning (Polaris AI-powered IEP writing), management (SpedTrack, Embrace), and workplace solutions (Everway for Work, ReachDeck), with the Scholarcy, SpedTrack, and TeachTown additions expanding AI, IEP management, and special-needs content capabilities.

Underlying the products is an AI- and accessibility-centric technology stack combining text-to-speech and NLP across Read&Write and SpeechStream with generative AI in Polaris for IEP automation; products are COPPA, FERPA, SOPPA, GDPR compliant and ISO/IEC 27001 certified by BSI, which are gating requirements for U.S. K-12 and EU enterprise sales. The business model is recurring software licensing and subscriptions sold through a hybrid GTM: product-led single-license purchases via an online store for individuals and SMBs, plus enterprise field sales for large districts and corporate customers such as KPMG (275,000 employees), Lumen Technologies, Coca-Cola EuroPacific Partners, EY, and major districts including Edmonton Public Schools (4,000+ students) and Cincinnati Public Schools. The company is private, has been backed by Five Arrows (Rothschild & Co) since 2020, reports 500+ employees globally, and is led by founder Martin McKay alongside CEO Craig Powell.

Name

Texthelp

Legal name

Everway

Website

https://texthelp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Everway (formerly Texthelp and n2y) is a neuroinclusive software company that builds literacy, accessibility, and special education tools, including Read&Write, Equatio, Polaris, and Unique Learning System, serving K-12 districts, higher education, and enterprises such as KPMG and Coca-Cola EuroPacific Partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Education Technology / Assistive Technology Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Assistive Reading & Writing Tools (Text-to-Speech, Speech-to-Text, OCR, Dyslexia Support) (EDAFAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

AT Funding, Procurement & Compliance Support (IEP/504 Documentation) (EDAKAIAJ), Assistive Technology (AT) & Accessible Learning Tools (EDALAGAB), Executive Functioning & Behavioral Support Tools (ADHD, SEL/Behavior Tracking, Routines) (EDAFAKAG)

Keywords

• Assistive technology software
• Special education curriculum
• Literacy support tools
• Neuroinclusive workplace solutions
• IEP management platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Antrim

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: Recurring software license revenue from both individual/single licenses and enterprise site licenses across education (K-12, higher education) and workplace segments. Products include Read&Write, Equatio, Polaris, Unique Learning System, and workplace tools.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Everway (formerly Texthelp) develops and sells neuroinclusive assistive technology software for education and workplace markets. Its core offerings include literacy support tools (Read&Write), math accessibility (Equatio), AI-powered IEP writing (Polaris), special education curriculum (Unique Learning System), PDF tools (OrbitNote), and workplace neuroinclusion suites. Products are sold via enterprise site licenses to organizations like KPMG and school districts, and as single licenses to individuals through an online store.

Product overview

Everway (formerly Texthelp and n2y) is a neuroinclusive technology company offering a unified platform-plus-products architecture. The portfolio comprises 17+ distinct products organized into Education and Workplace segments. Education products include Unique Learning System (ULS) as the flagship special education curriculum, supplemented by News2You, Equals Mathematics, L3 Skills, Symbolstix Prime, Positivity, Classics, and Inspire for differentiated instruction, plus Read&Write, Equatio, OrbitNote, SpeechStream, and uPar as assistive/accessibility tools. Polaris provides AI-powered IEP writing functionality. Workplace solutions include ReachDeck for accessible online content and Everway for Work as the comprehensive neuroinclusive workplace suite. Acquired brands SpedTrack (IEP management) and Embrace (special education solutions) have been integrated into the platform, while Scholarcy and TeachTown acquisitions expanded research and specialized content capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Read&Write: Literacy support tool for reading and writing assistance
• Equatio
• OrbitNote
• Polaris
• Unique Learning System
• News2You
• Equals Mathematics
• L3 Skills
• Symbolstix Prime
• Positivity
• Classics
• Inspire
• SpeechStream
• uPar
• ReachDeck
• Embrace
• SpedTrack
• Everway for Work
• Scholarcy

Products and services

• Read&Write A literacy support tool providing text-to-speech, reading assistance, and writing support features to help students and employees with reading and writing tasks across educational and workplace settings. Used by 275,000 employees at KPMG and 4,000+ students at Edmonton Public Schools.
• Unique Learning System (ULS)
• Polaris An AI-powered collaborative IEP (Individualized Education Program) writing solution that automates generation of present level statements based on student profiles, reducing manual effort for educators and improving compliance.
• Equatio Digital accessible math tool enabling users to create, read, and understand mathematical equations and expressions digitally, supporting students with math accessibility needs.
• OrbitNote PDF reader and editor with accessibility features, including digital signatures functionality, enabling users to read, annotate, and sign PDF documents.
• SpeechStream Online content accessibility tool providing text-to-speech and reading support for web content, helping individuals access digital materials through auditory presentation.
• News2You Differentiated current events news platform providing accessible news content adapted for students with diverse learning needs, making current events accessible to all learners.
• Equals Mathematics Math accessibility tools designed to support students with learning disabilities in accessing and engaging with mathematical content through differentiated approaches.
• L3 Skills Interactive skill-building games providing engaging, gamified learning experiences for students with special needs to develop various academic and life skills.
• Symbolstix Prime Symbol-based communication tool providing visual communication supports using symbols to help students with communication difficulties express themselves and understand information.
• Positivity Behavior and classroom management tool designed to support teachers in managing classroom environments and supporting students with behavioral needs.
• Classics Accessible novels and plays collection providing adapted literary content for students with diverse learning needs, making classic literature accessible.
• Inspire Targeted intervention curriculum providing focused educational support for students who need additional assistance in specific academic areas.
• uPar Reading accommodations screener that helps identify students who may benefit from reading accommodations and supports, enabling educators to make data-driven decisions about appropriate interventions.
• SpedTrack
• Everway for Work Neuroinclusive workplace suite providing a comprehensive set of tools to help organizations create inclusive workplaces, supporting employees with diverse thinking styles in communication and productivity.
• ReachDeck Accessible online content tool for workplace helping organizations ensure their web content meets accessibility standards, supporting digital inclusion in workplace settings.
• Embrace Special education solutions brand providing comprehensive tools and resources for special education programs, now integrated with Everway's neuroinclusive education offerings.
• Scholarcy AI-powered academic reading and summarization tool acquired by Texthelp in November 2024 to expand research and academic content capabilities.
• Everway Platform

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,000+ students thriving with Read&Write at Edmonton Public Schools
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• TeachTowncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 February 2026Everway and TeachTown announced an agreement to combine, aiming to offer integrated educational solutions for students with special needs. Merger will expand content libraries and tools, benefiting educators, students, and parents by improving communication, personalization, and compliance. Companies will remain independent until deal closes.
• Specialisterne USAflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2026Everway and Specialisterne USA partnership to promote workplace neuroinclusion by integrating Everway's tools (such as Read&Write) into Specialisterne's employment programs for neurodivergent individuals. Collaboration aims to support neurodivergent talent, improve workplace accessibility, and advance disability inclusion.
• SpedTrackcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 January 2026SpedTrack, a special education management platform previously part of Euna Solutions, is joining Everway's group to expand support for K-12 special education teams. Combination brings SpedTrack's IEP and Section 504 management tools with Everway's neuroinclusive education offerings including Polaris and Embrace. No immediate changes for SpedTrack customers as platform continues under existing brand.
• JAM Card and NOW GroupflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 October 2025Three-year partnership between Everway and JAM Card and NOW Group to promote neuroinclusion and accessibility globally. Collaboration includes providing tailored eLearning training for Everway's employees to support individuals with disabilities, aiming to create a more inclusive environment for people with communication barriers.
• The King's TrustminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 September 2025Everway (formerly Texthelp) donated Read&Write for Work software to The King's Trust, marking 30 years since founder Martin McKay received support from the charity in 1995. Software helps create an inclusive workplace and supports young people with digital tools. Founder continues to mentor young people at the charity.
• SAPminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 August 2025SAP participated in workplace inclusion forum alongside Everway, showcasing their Global Autism at Work Program. Represents alignment on neurodiversity initiatives in workplace.
• EYminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 August 2025EY participated in workplace inclusion forum alongside Everway, showcasing their Neurodiverse Center of Excellence. Everway has a customer relationship with EY and collaborates on neuroinclusion at work initiatives.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Crick Software: Crick Software's Clicker and DocsPlus serve the same literacy and writing accessibility use case as Read&Write, particularly for primary/elementary special education in UK and US markets.
• Speechify: Speechify is a consumer and education-focused text-to-speech and reading tool that directly competes with Read&Write's core TTS capability and is increasingly penetrating K-12 and workplace segments.
• Learning Ally: Learning Ally provides human-narrated audiobooks and reading supports for students with dyslexia and print disabilities, competing for the same K-12 special education assistive technology dollars as Read&Write and SpeechStream.
• Benetech (Bookshare): Bookshare, operated by Benetech, is the leading accessible ebook library for US students with print disabilities and competes with Everway's Classics and OrbitNote products in the same IEP/504 accommodation workflow.
• Frontline Education: Frontline Education provides special education management, IEP, and 504 workflow software to K-12 districts — directly competitive with SpedTrack and Polaris in the same district procurement decisions.
• Kurzweil Education: Kurzweil 3000 is a leading reading, writing, and learning assistive platform for K-12 and post-secondary students with learning differences — directly competitive with Read&Write and Equatio in the US K-12 special education procurement cycle.
• Don Johnston: Don Johnston builds assistive technology tools including Snap&Read and Co:Writer that compete head-to-head with Read&Write and Equatio for K-12 literacy and writing support budgets.

Broad incumbents

• Google (Read Along, ChromeVox, Accessibility): Google's Read Along, ChromeVox screen reader, and Workspace accessibility features offer free, bundled alternatives that compete with Everway's reading/writing tools as part of broader Chromebook and Google Workspace deployments in K-12.
• PowerSchool: PowerSchool is the dominant K-12 SIS and now offers special education management modules that increasingly overlap with SpedTrack, Polaris, and Embrace as PowerSchool expands its unified classroom suite.
• Microsoft (Learning Tools / Immersive Reader): Microsoft bundles Immersive Reader and Learning Tools free with Office 365 and Edge, giving schools and enterprises a default built-in alternative to Read&Write and Equatio — a broad incumbent threat rather than a like-for-like competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Everwayglobal
• Facebookfacebook.com/texthelpers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/85660
• Instagraminstagram.com/everwayglobal
• Xx.com/texthelp

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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