Wonky Star secures £600k from Newable Private Investing to expand digital learning tools
The funding round was led by Newable Private Investing to support school expansion and new product rollouts.
Share allotment filed at Companies House
Wonky Star develops digital education software designed to encourage children to improve their creative writing and drawing skills.
Wonky Star has secured £600k in funding led by Newable Private Investing to support its expansion into more schools. The capital will help the company scale its creative learning platform, Night Zookeeper, which engages children through drawing and storytelling.
The investment follows a recent agreement with Oxford University Press to publish a book series based on the platform. Wonky Star previously received backing from Newable in 2014 during a seed round.
From the founder
"We take pride in our educational values, which resonate with parents and teachers alike. Our successful track record means that Night Zookeeper is uniquely positioned to roll out more products that can be used at school or at home, supporting children's learning by harnessing their creativity."
Josh Davidson
Entrepreneur at Wonky Star
Investor perspective
"Having first supported Night Zookeeper in 2014 with a seed round, we are delighted to help it continue to scale up and expand its unique brand."
Anthony Clarke
Managing Director, Newable Private Investing
Use of funds
- 01Expand into international markets
- 02Continue product development
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Wonky Star
Wonky Star creates digital learning tools that help children develop creative writing skills.