We build software and services to empower and inspire learners and educators.
We build software and services to empower and inspire learners and educators.
MyEd was born out of a desire to help everyone get the most out of their learning journey.
We want people to own their education - to see it as something they can take control of rather than something that happens to them. The individual is always at the heart of what we do because we see personalised learning and development as powerful tools in building a more equitable society.
Informed by research at every stage, our user-friendly services are designed to empower, inspire and support families, pupils, teachers, schools and councils.
Our services help people find the most compatible places to learn, work and play. We give teachers and families access to technologies and resources that allow them to realise their ambitions and fulfil their potential.
We provide councils and MATs with innovative tools to help them connect efficiently, effectively and securely. And we offer nurseries and schools the platforms they need to stand out from the crowd.
“So many people fall foul of the system and if they were better informed it would help all involved”
- Headteacher, commenting on MyEd Search
Chief Executive Officer
Upkar has a blend of creative, strategic and analytical skills. He has a background in enterprise development and many years' experience of senior management of higher education and of establishing schools in the UK and aiding the development of universities in Africa.
He is passionate about the strategic direction and positioning of MyEd to become a force for transforming all levels of education. Away from MyEd, Upkar devotes his time to his four young grandchildren and to his charitable work. He is a keen cook and enjoys hosting dinner parties for family and friends.
Director of Service Design and Transformation
Harmil has a background in marketing and management in the higher education and digital technology sectors. Harmil leads on the transformation and design of education services by using open and user-generated data. He works closely with our key strategic partners to jointly develop, test and launch new digital and personalised solutions to benefit society.
As a father of two children in primary school, Harmil brings first-hand knowledge of the challenges parents face in making informed decisions about their children’s education journeys. Harmil has a passion for personal development, motivation and holistic living. He enjoys long walks and all activities that he can get his kids involved in, especially tree climbing, arts and crafts.
Director of Creative Digital Engagement
With a background in visual communications, art direction and social media engagement, Eamon leads the creative strategy and development at MyEd. Eamon manages MyEd’s technical and creative teams to build our unique and disruptive personalised education services.
Eamon can often be found in the gym or on his motorcycle when away from work. A keen photographer and new technology enthusiast, he is also a foodie who loves to eat.
We want to empower and inspire learners and educators.
Humanity is speeding into the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Experience Age driven by artificial intelligence; automation; ubiquitous, mobile supercomputing; intelligent robots; and genetic editing. Education is at the heart of preparing present and future generations to thrive in a changing world. An education system designed for an industrial economy that is now being automated requires transformation. Transformation away from rigid timetabled and classroom-based learning to a blend of online and personal contact that actively applies knowledge to collaborative problem solving – the experience.
We are committed to transforming learning experiences so that everyone thrives in a changing world.
Our long-term goal is to facilitate all young learners to be able to quickly and easily gain access to educational opportunities that are compatible with their needs, preferences and aspirations.
We strive to build tools and services to help learners to find the best places for them to learn, work and play and to give them access to bespoke online learning technology and resources to realise their ambitions and fulfil their potential at no, or minimum cost to them.
Research & Business Development
Working across the arts, higher education and healthcare sectors, Joy’s varied career has taken in most aspects of marketing and communications, new systems integration, project management and programme development. Working closely with the directors, Joy’s role encompasses market research, business development and communications.
A New York native, Joy spends most of her spare time with her husband and three young children, occasionally finding time to sing with Birmingham-based choir Ex Cathedra, of which she is also a Board member and Trustee.
Technology Partner
Silver Touch Technologies (UK) Limited, London, is a technology solutions provider at the forefront of Digital Transformation & Emerging Technologies. Led by Rushiraj Yadav, MyEd’s dedicated technical team at STT offers a broad skillset for growing data-driven services, including AI and Machine Learning expertise. STT ensures that MyEd’s IT infrastructure, security and development work is compliant and scalable.
Creative Partner
Tofu Design is a digital design studio based in sunny Kuala Lumpur whose core desire is to help progressive companies move missions forward through thoughtful design. The design team led by Daphnie and Daniel partners closely with Eamon, supporting and delivering UI/UX design solutions to answer key user problems and requirements.
Product Specialist at CACI
Schools admissions adviser
Sue Houghton has over thirty-seven years’ experience of working in the public sector, with her last assignment being with School Admissions and Fair Access. She was the IT/Data and Fair Access Manager in the School Admissions team in Birmingham City Council with the responsibility of working with major suppliers of backend Schools Information Management Systems. She also led on the transformation of the School’s Portal and process reviews incorporating other service areas to support the move towards a unified system for the Children’s Services, bringing together key partners, stakeholders and a way in which IT can support professionals to achieve outcomes for children. Sue is keen to identifying opportunities for digitalisation, innovation and using technology in the schools sector in response to the government’s policy for all schools who belong to Multi-Academy Trusts by 2025. Sue has extensive experience of schools governances from both local authorities and schools perspectives and other public sector services.
Sue advices the team on the development of MyEd Search and MyEd Open School and on their integration with other systems.
Pro-Vice Chancellor Partnerships and Engagement, University of York
Strategic development and partnerships adviser
Kiran is the Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Partnerships and Engagement at the University of York and Director of the Centre for Women’s Enterprise, Leadership, Economy & Diversity. She is a specialist in the fields of leadership, enterprise development and diversity in small firms. Kiran is known nationally and internationally for her contributions to policy formation supporting the growth and development of small firms in general, and ethnic minority businesses, in particular. She was one of the principal commissioners on the West Midlands Leadership Commission, which introduced a new research and policy agenda on leadership diversity for the West Midlands combined authority.
Kiran contributes to the strategic development of MyEd and facilitates engagement with local, regional and national policy makers.
Managing Director of Mergers and Acquisitions, BDO UK LLP
Financial planning and funding adviser
Satvir is a multi-award-winning Managing Director at a global business advisory firm where he works with entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses, advising them on achieving strategic goals through mergers and acquisition activity. He has an influential industry role in the UK business services sector and has completed many high-profile UK and cross-border corporate transactions. With over 20 years’ large corporate experience, Satvir is now ranked in the top 100 most influential ethnic minority executive leaders by the EMpower 2020 list.
Satvir provides ongoing strategic support to the Board on the monetisation of MyEd.
Founder of Raja Sandhu Media Corp
Strategic brand and creative development adviser
The brains behind the MyEd branding, Raja is a globally-acclaimed brand designer renowned for his visionary creativity. He has over 20 years’ experience of designing highly engaging-branding for large corporates, such as Disney, Google, Nike, Fox and MuleSoft. His experience and creativity have helped to shape the foundations of MyEd and he continues to support the launch of our new services.
Raja provides ongoing advice on the development of MyEd’s sub-brands and marketing communications.
Data Specialist
Education data adviser
Andy Youell is the former Director of Data Policy and Governance at the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). He is an experienced data professional who has been at the leading edge of data developments in the UK higher education sector for over 25 years.
Andy supports the development of the MyEd Data Engine database that drives all our services.
Lead DevOps and Infrastructure Consultant at ThoughtWorks
Strategic technology adviser
Jujhar Singh is a highly experienced and successful software engineer, architect and cloud infrastructure specialist with over twenty four years experience of working in a wide range of sectors.. He is currently a Lead DevOps and Infrastructure Consultant at ThoughtWorks, a leading global technology consultancy. Previously he was Global Head of Cloud and DevOps Practices at The Economist.
Jujhar works with clients to apply lean and DevSecOps principles to improve their path to production, team topologies and application stability so that they can rapidly design, deliver and evolve exceptional digital products and experiences at scale.
Jujhar advises the team on the development of MyEd’s innovation and technology strategy and the maximisation of the data assets that drive Search and MyEd Open School.
Project Partner
Data Standardisation, data ecology and data innovation
The ODI was co-founded in 2012 by the inventor of the web, Sir Tim Berners-Lee and artificial intelligence expert, Sir Nigel Shadbolt to maximise the value of open data and to advocate the innovative use of open data to affect positive change across the globe.
MyEd has partnered the ODI in examining the impact of lockdown on primary school pupils and their families. The ODI is also a partner in the research and development of the MyEd Open School app, funded by Innovate UK (IUK) to help teachers deliver quality, structured home schooling.
Project Partner
Schools Admissions
In 2017, MyEd secured a place on Birmingham City Council’s Big Data Corridor programme, aimed at helping businesses in the Birmingham and Solihull area to develop data-driven products and services. Since then, MyEd has worked in collaboration with Birmingham City Council to research, develop, test and refine the ways in which local authorities collect and publish up-to-date essential school admissions information for parents.
Executive Principal at Ark Boulton Academy
Non-Executive Director
Herminder Channa OBE is Executive Principal at Ark Boulton Academy, Birmingham and an executive coach for the European Mentoring and Coaching Council. She is also a magistrate, a founding fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching and a lead Ofsted inspector. In February 2020, she appeared on a Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland podcast, discussing the importance of leadership and the role it has played in her career to date. Driven by the desire to make a difference to children’s lives and to shape the attitudes of future generations. She is also a member of Headteacher Reference Group (HTRG) at the DfE. Herminder was awarded an OBE for her services to education in the Queen’s birthday honours list in 2020.
Herminder supports the development of MyEd Search and MyEd Open School, providing insights into the needs of schools and academies together with practical networking support.