The global EdTech market is experiencing unprecedented growth. It is expected to reach nearly $404 billion by the end of 2025, with an annual growth rate of over 16%. This
In France and around the world, learning to read remains a major challenge.
According to the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE), 10% of adults aged 18 to 64 report difficulties with reading and writing. The report also states that 4% are in a situation of functional illiteracy (CEDEFOP).
Furthermore, OECD data from the Survey of Adult Skills reveals that in France, 28% of adults score below Level 1 in literacy (compared to an OECD average of 26%) — a worrying indicator. OECD
For children, this literacy gap often results in an “invisible delay” at the start of schooling, with long-term consequences on academic success, social inclusion, and future career paths.
In the face of this silent crisis, one French startup is making waves: Zeaply, a DeepTech impact-driven company, born from over 15 years of scientific research in reading and cognitive science.
Its ambition?
To harness the power of artificial intelligence to provide every child, wherever they are, with a personalized, measurable, and scientifically validated learning method.
The global EdTech market is experiencing unprecedented expansion.
According to HolonIQ, it is expected to reach nearly $404 billion by 2025, with an annual growth rate of over 16%.
This momentum is driven by the convergence of two major trends: the digital transformation of education and the rise of artificial intelligence in personalized learning.
In France, the potential is significant.
Despite a growing ecosystem of educational startups, reading remains a key challenge.
According to the Ministry of National Education, 27% of 4th-grade students still struggle with reading comprehension — a figure confirmed by the PIRLS 2023 study, in which France ranked 47th out of 57 countries.
These results highlight the urgent need to innovate, rethink pedagogy, and better support teachers, parents, and speech therapists.
It’s in this context that players like Zeaply are finding their place.
With its impact-driven DeepTech approach, this French startup draws on 15 years of scientific research to offer an AI-powered solution capable of:
Detecting reading difficulties in real time
Adapting the learning path to each child
Measuring individual progress
By combining scientific rigor, accessibility, and family involvement, Zeaply addresses a global need: making education more effective, inclusive, and measurable.
At a time when EdTech investments are shifting toward solutions with proven impact, Zeaply is emerging as a pioneer at the intersection of AI, cognitive health, and education.
In a hypergrowth market, its scientific and human-centered positioning gives it a sustainable strategic advantage — and massive international growth potential.
At the START-UP GOLF CHALLENGE in Paris, Zeaply’s founder shared his vision and ambition during the My Pitch Is Good session in front of investors, in partnership with GOWeeZ.
Watch this exclusive interview to discover how this French DeepTech startup, born from over 15 years of scientific research in reading and cognitive science, is making headlines.
In a market flooded with educational apps — often superficial — Zeaply stands out.
While many players merely gamify learning without any proof of effectiveness, this French startup introduces a major scientific and technological breakthrough:
an AI capable of understanding speech, analyzing a child’s reading in real time, and automatically adjusting exercises to their exact needs.
The result of 15 years of research in cognitive science and speech therapy, Zeaply is the first solution to have scientifically demonstrated its effectiveness.
And the results are striking:
after just five months of use, children made the equivalent of two years’ reading progress — including those with disorders such as dyslexia.
A major breakthrough, recognized by an international scientific board and already tested by over 1,000 families and schools across four countries, says Hugo Boudet, founder and CEO.
But beyond performance, Zeaply is redefining the role of AI in education.
Far from trying to replace teachers or speech therapists, it positions itself as an augmented assistance tool, designed to save time and enhance the quality of support.
Professionals see it as a valuable pedagogical ally, while parents finally find a tangible answer to a problem often faced in isolation.
Backed by a multidisciplinary team — engineers, researchers, a senior speech therapist, and former public sector leaders — Zeaply represents a new generation of French DeepTech startups, where technology serves a social mission: giving every child, wherever they are, the chance to learn to read with confidence and joy.
What sets Zeaply apart in the EdTech space is its ability to turn a promise of innovation into measurable results.
While many startups simply digitize education, Zeaply reinvents pedagogy itself, combining science, voice AI, and cognitive data to build personalized, accessible learning paths for all.
With a hybrid SaaS model (B2C, B2B2C, and institutional partnerships), this French startup plans to expand rapidly across Europe, followed by international markets.
Its official launch in France in January 2026 will mark the beginning of a global rollout, supported by collaborations with schools, speech therapists, and organizations seeking to improve literacy and cognitive skills.
But the challenge is not just economic — it’s societal and even civilizational.
In a world where nearly 1 billion children face reading difficulties, every improvement counts.
Zeaply embraces this mission of creating lasting, measurable, and inclusive impact.
Its goal isn’t just to reduce illiteracy — it’s to rebuild the link between technology, humanity, and learning, giving reading back its role as a universal tool for empowerment.
In short: Zeaply isn’t selling an app — it’s leading an educational revolution.
And perhaps, the future of reading lies at the intersection of science and artificial intelligence.
Discover their vision, journey, and ambition in the exclusive interview with founder Hugo BOUDET, recorded during the START-UP GOLF CHALLENGE Paris, as part of the My Pitch Is Good program, in partnership with GOWeeZ.
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The global EdTech market is experiencing unprecedented growth. According to HolonIQ, it is expected to reach nearly $404 billion by 2025, representing an annual growth rate of over 16%. This momentum is driven by the convergence of two major trends: the digital transformation of education and the rise of artificial intelligence in personalized learning. Zeaply is redefining the role of artificial intelligence in education. With its DeepTech, impact-driven approach, Zeaply builds on 15 years of scientific research to deliver an AI solution capable of detecting reading difficulties in real time, adapting the learning path accordingly, and tracking each child’s progress.
