About Forward Education

Excited students asking questions about Forward Education's climate action robotics kits for teaching coding and computer science with BBC micro:bits and Microsoft MakeCode
Forward Education's windmill robotics kit for teaching coding in the context of climate action with the BBC micro;bit and Microsoft MakeCode
Students learning the basics of coding and computer science with Forward Education's Climate Action kits and micro:bits
Jessica Braun Head of Product and Content at Forward Education coding a hydroponics kit powered by the BBC micro:bit showcasing global goals posters in the background
Student working with teacher to learn coding and computer science with an electric vehicle robotics kit made by Forward Education that uses BBC micro:bit and Microsoft MakeCode
Students building a robotic car with Forward Education's micro:bit based climate action kit for teaching coding and computer science
micro:bit being used to program a robotic bee counter with Forward Education's Climate action kit for teaching coding and computer science with Microsoft MakeCode based lesson plans

Empowering purpose-driven STEM education for a brighter future.

Forward Education delivers meaningful learning experiences through a purpose-driven STEM education solution. We do this by presenting real-world climate change issues as opportunities for learners to explore and create STEM solutions using our coding and robotics kit and online learning platform. 

We’re empowering the next generation to build a brighter future.

Student unboxing a Climate Action kit, Forward Education's micro:bit based kit for teaching coding and computer science
Jeremy Hedges, CEO of Forward Education teaching a primary student coding with microsoft MakeCode and micro:bit
Students learning computer science and coding with Forward Education's micro:bit based robotics kits

Our Story

Forward Education is a spinoff from the Canadian EdTech company, InkSmith.

Forward Education was founded with the belief that we can inspire students to become problem-solvers, innovators, and stewards of the planet by providing innovative and engaging learning experiences for all.

After 7+ years in the education technology space and through extensive research, testing, and feedback, we’ve revolutionized our renowned Climate Action Kit to transform learning in STEM education.

“We believe that STEM education has an important role to play in shaping our future – join us in inspiring tomorrow’s innovators that make the world a better place for everyone.”

– Jeremy Hedges, CEO

OUR MISSION

We want to empower the next generation

Forward EDU’s mission is to empower the next generation of global citizens through coding, robotics & STEM education in the classroom.

We are committed to creating accessible, purpose-driven learning experiences to inspire the next generation to tackle the problems of tomorrow.

OUR VISION

Educated global
change-makers

Forward EDU envisions a future where millions of global citizens are educated and empowered to take on the world’s greatest challenges.

We believe that by empowering students to think creatively and critically, we can help them become the change-makers of tomorrow.

Leadership Team

Jeremy Hedges

Jeremy Hedges

Chief Executive Officer

Michelle Valtas head of sales and partnerships at Forward Education

Michelle Valtas

Head of Sales & Strategic Partnerships

Brian Jackson Head of IT and Customer Operations at Forward Edu

Brian Jackson

Head of Operations

Jessica Braun Head of Product and Content at Forward Education

Jessica Braun

Head of Product & Design

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We believe that STEM education has an important role to play in shaping our future – join us in inspiring tomorrow’s innovators that make the world a better place for everyone.

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