What Tekman Education does

Tekman Education is a Barcelona-headquartered educational publishing company founded in 2010 and legally organized as TEKMAN EDUCATION S.L., a Spanish Sociedad Limitada. It designs, produces, and distributes competency-based pedagogical programs and teaching materials for the Spanish-speaking K-12 market, covering Infantil (early childhood), Primaria (primary), ESO (secondary), and Bachillerato (upper secondary). The product portfolio spans mathematics (EMAT, ONMAT), literacy and language arts (Ludiletras, Superletras, Asterisco, Punt volat), English (Riverstone Press), project-based learning (Inspira), chess (Ajedrez en el Aula), reinforcement modules (Ortografía, Lecturas, Pruebas, Cuadernos de Verano), the B+ Bachillerato suite for PAU exam preparation, and teacher training through Tekman Academy. Underlying pedagogy rests on competency-based, manipulative, cooperative, inclusive, project-based, formative, and game-based learning, with delivery in both Castilian Spanish and Catalan.

The company's technology footprint centers on proprietary curriculum content augmented by two AI tools — myroom (BETA), an intelligent classroom management system with AI copilot for worksheet generation, automated grading, and lesson planning, and thinköAI, an AI content creator for educational materials. Programs are deployed through a hybrid GTM model: direct enterprise sales to schools (supported by pedagogical advisors providing implementation and ongoing professional development) and a multi-country distribution network comprising 13 regional Spanish distributors plus partners in Mexico, Ecuador, Colombia, Bolivia, Chile, Guatemala, Panama, Peru, Uruguay, Canada, and the United States, with an additional direct-to-consumer online store.

Tekman reports reach across 710,000 students, 2,500 schools, and 48,000 teachers, with 91.2% teacher recommendation rate, 9/10 customer service satisfaction, and TIMSS-validated mathematics outcomes. Revenue mechanics combine subscription/recurring program licensing with one-time wholesale through distributors and professional services revenue from advisory and training. The company is privately held and has received private equity investment from Miura Private Equity (2016) and Inveready (2025), with funding amounts undisclosed.

Name

Tekman Education

Legal name

TEKMAN EDUCATION S.L.

Website

https://tekmaneducation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tekman Education is a Barcelona-based educational publisher offering competency-based K-12 programs in Spanish and Catalan (mathematics, literacy, language, English, projects) across Infantil through Bachillerato, serving 710,000 students in 2,500 schools in Spain, Latin America, and North America via direct sales and a multi-country distributor network, now augmented by AI tools myroom and thinköAI.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Educational Programs

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Core Subject Textbooks (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) (EDAGAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Core Digital Curriculum & Courseware (Full Programs & Units) (EDAFACAA), Curriculum, Lesson Planning & Instructional Content Platforms (EDAJAMAD), K–12 Textbook Publishing (Core Curriculum) (MPAJABAA), K–12 Digital Curriculum & Interactive Lessons (EDAGAEAA)

Keywords

• K-12 curriculum programs
• Educational publishing services
• Mathematics teaching programs
• Teacher professional development
• Literacy instructional materials

Headquarters

HQ city

Barceloneta

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Educational Materials and Programs: Sale of textbooks, workbooks, and comprehensive educational programs for schools across Spain and Latin America covering Mathematics, Language Arts, English, and other subjects at all educational levels.
2. Professional Development and Training: Pedagogical advisory services and teacher training provided as part of the school adoption process and ongoing support.
3. Distribution through Resellers: Products distributed through independent distributors and bookstores across Spain, Latin America, and North America.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tekman Education is a Spanish educational publishing company that designs, develops, and sells K-12 curricula and teaching materials in Castilian Spanish and Catalan. The offering combines printed textbooks and workbooks with digital platforms and AI-powered tools (ONMAT, myroom, thinköAI) and is delivered to schools with ongoing pedagogical advisory support and teacher training.

Product overview

Tekman Education is an educational publishing company offering a comprehensive portfolio of programs across all Spanish educational levels (Infantil, Primaria, ESO, and Bachillerato). The core programs include EMAT (mathematics with manipulative approach), Ludiletras and Superletras (literacy and language), Asterisco and Punt volat (Spanish and Catalan language for ESO), and ONMAT (digital mathematics). For Bachillerato, they offer specialized B+ programs for PAU exam preparation. The ecosystem includes AI-powered tools (thinköAI for content creation and myroom for intelligent classroom management), supplementary materials (Ortografía, Lecturas, Pruebas, summer workbooks), and teacher training through Tekman Academy. The company serves 710,000 students across 2,500 schools, emphasizing competency-based, manipulative, and cooperative learning methodologies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EMAT: A manipulative mathematics program for teaching effective mathematics across different educational stages.
• Ludiletras
• Superletras
• Asterisco
• Punt volat
• ONMAT
• B+
• Riverstone Press
• Inspira
• Ajedrez en el Aula
• thinköAI
• myroom

Products and services

• EMAT Comprehensive mathematics teaching program spanning Infant, Primary, and Secondary (ESO) levels, available in Castilian Spanish and Catalan, for K-12 schools.
• Ludiletras Literacy and reading-writing program designed for Infant and Primary school students to develop initial reading and writing skills.
• Superletras Language arts program for Primary education covering advanced literacy, grammar, and writing competencies.
• Asterisco Castilian Spanish language arts program targeted at the first cycle of ESO (lower secondary).
• Punt Volat Catalan language and literature program designed for the first cycle of ESO (lower secondary).
• ONMAT Digital mathematics platform for ESO and Bachillerato, providing interactive content, exercises, and competency-based progression.
• Riverstone Press English as a Foreign Language program covering Infant, Primary, and ESO levels, oriented toward competency-based learning.
• Inspira Project-based learning program for Primary education, designed to foster autonomy and creative problem-solving.
• Ajedrez en el Aula School chess program integrating chess instruction into the classroom to develop reasoning, concentration, and problem-solving skills.
• B+ Programs Programs for Bachillerato (upper secondary) covering multiple subject areas with competency-based materials.
• Ortografía Standalone spelling program designed to reinforce orthographic competencies in Primary students.
• Lecturas Standalone reading and literary comprehension materials for Primary and ESO students.
• Pruebas Assessment and testing tools designed to measure student progress and competencies.
• Cuadernos de Verano Summer workbook program that helps students reinforce learning during school holidays.
• myroom Intelligent classroom management system providing digital learning and teaching tools for K-12 schools.
• thinköAI AI-powered tool that generates educational content and learning materials for teachers.
• Tekman Academy Professional development and teacher training program offering courses and pedagogical training for educators using Tekman materials.

Quantifiable outcome

• 91.2% of teachers recommend tekman Education
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered standard and core.

• Cuentos del Mundo, S.L.standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpain-based book distributor located in Bilbao handling distribution of tekman programs, readings, and reinforcement materials.
• Euskal Kulturgintza, S.A.standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBasque Country distributor based in Donostia/San Sebastián distributing tekman educational materials.
• Librerías GandhistandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMexico City-based bookstore chain distributing tekman programs in Mexico.
• Promolibros Colombia, Sas.standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBogotá-based distributor handling tekman program distribution in Colombia.
• Lectorum Publications, Inc.standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew Jersey-based distributor specializing in Spanish language educational materials distribution in the United States.
• Librairie Las AmericasstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMontreal, Canada-based distributor for Spanish language educational materials.
• myroomeducation.comcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntelligent classroom management tool (BETA) integrated with tekman programs, providing AI-powered copilot for creating worksheets, automating corrections, and optimizing lesson planning.
• thinkoai.comcoreTechnology or IntegrationAI content creator platform for educational materials, marketed as part of the tekman ecosystem.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Anaya (Grupo Anaya): Anaya is a leading Spanish educational publisher offering textbooks, digital resources, and pedagogical materials across all K-12 levels. It competes head-to-head with tekman in the Spanish K-12 textbook and curriculum market.
• Vicens Vives: Vicens Vives is a Catalan-rooted Spanish educational publisher known for social sciences, language, and project-based learning materials. It directly competes with tekman in primary and secondary textbook and digital programs.
• Edelvives: Edelvives is a Spanish educational publisher with full K-12 coverage in Castilian and Catalan, with growing presence in Latin America. It is a direct competitor to tekman in textbook, literacy, and mathematics programs.
• Ediciones SM: SM is a major Spanish-language K-12 publisher with extensive curriculum programs and a strong footprint in Spain and Latin America. It directly competes with tekman in core subject textbooks and digital learning for primary and secondary education.
• Edebé (Grupo Edebé): Edebé is a Spanish K-12 publisher with programs across all educational stages and a notable presence in Latin America. It competes with tekman in core curriculum subjects and reading programs.

Broad incumbents

• McGraw-Hill Education: McGraw-Hill is a major global educational publisher with K-12 and digital learning programs in Spanish-speaking markets. It competes with tekman in math, language, and integrated digital curriculum.
• Grupo Planeta (primary and secondary education division): Grupo Planeta operates a large educational publishing arm in Spain and Latin America covering textbooks and learning materials. It is a broad incumbent in the same Spanish-language K-12 publishing market as tekman.
• Santillana (PRISA): Santillana is the largest Spanish-language K-12 educational publisher, part of PRISA Group, with broad curriculum coverage across Spain and Latin America. It is a direct competitor to tekman in textbook and digital curriculum for Spanish-speaking schools.
• Pearson Education (LatAm & Spain): Pearson is a global education company with English-language learning, K-12, and higher education programs operating in Spain and Latin America. It is a broad incumbent that overlaps with tekman's English (Riverstone Press) and broader K-12 portfolio.

Emerging players

• Smartick: Smartick is a Spain-based online math and adaptive learning platform serving Spanish-speaking students and schools. It overlaps with tekman's EMAT and ONMAT mathematics offerings but focuses on a more digital, personalized learning model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/tekmaneducation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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

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