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Education First is a consulting firm that partners with education leaders and funders to drive innovation and impact in public education.

Founded
2006

About Education First

Education First is a consulting firm that collaborates with education leaders and funders to foster innovation and impact within the public education sector. The firm positions itself as a partner dedicated to transforming public education, working to develop and implement strategies that prepare students for future success in college, careers, and an evolving global landscape. Their work spans a broad range of strategic areas, aiming to support systemic improvements and forward-thinking initiatives across the educational ecosystem. The firm's service offerings are designed to address various facets of educational advancement. They assist clients in designing implementation-ready strategies, ensuring plans are actionable and aligned with desired outcomes. Education First helps clients invest for impact, guiding them in resource allocation to achieve meaningful results. They facilitate the leadership of networks and convenings, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among educational stakeholders. A key area of focus is to innovate with artificial intelligence, helping clients strategically integrate AI to enhance educational practices and outcomes. The firm also works to accelerate academic coherence, ensuring curriculum and instruction are aligned and effective. They support the delivery of integrated college and career pathways, preparing students for post-secondary success. Education First aids in transforming teaching roles, adapting them to meet contemporary educational demands. Additionally, they produce actionable research to inform decision-making and incubate new initiatives, bringing novel ideas to fruition. The firm also provides coaching to systems leaders, supporting their development and effectiveness in driving change. Education First primarily serves the education industry. Their client base includes education leaders across all 50 states, encompassing various roles within public education systems. They also partner with funders who are invested in improving educational outcomes and driving innovation in the sector. The firm's focus is on organizations and individuals committed to public education transformation, from strategic planning to the practical implementation of new programs and technologies. The firm engages with clients through a collaborative consulting approach, working closely with education leaders and funders. Their methodology involves developing and implementing strategies tailored to specific needs and goals. While specific team sizes for client engagements are not provided, their work with leaders across all 50 states suggests a broad reach and capacity to support diverse educational contexts. The firm's delivery approach emphasizes partnership, aiming to build capacity within client organizations and facilitate sustainable change rather than simply providing recommendations. They focus on practical application and measurable impact, guiding clients through the entire process from conceptualization to execution and evaluation. This agency is well-suited for education leaders and funders who are seeking a strategic partner to drive innovation and achieve significant impact within public education. It is ideal for organizations looking for support in developing comprehensive strategies, integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, or fostering collaborative networks to address complex educational challenges. Clients who value a hands-on, partnership-oriented approach to transforming educational systems and preparing students for future success would find Education First a suitable collaborator.

Services

Invest for impact, Lead networks & convenings, Innovate with artificial intelligence, Accelerate academic coherence, Deliver integrated college & career pathways, Transform teaching roles, Design implementation-ready strategy, Produce actionable research, Incubate new initiatives, Coach systems leaders

Industries served

Education