Tanglin led $7.5 M Series A funding raised by Footprints Preschool & Daycare
Tanglin Venture Partners is leading the $7.5 million Series A funding round for Footprints Preschool & Daycare, an early childhood education and childcare startup.
According to a press release from Footprints, the money raised will be utilized to improve digital engagement with parents, expand investment in AI-driven learning systems and smart surveillance, and expedite the opening of new centers.
An early childhood education and childcare chain in India is called Footprints Preschool & Daycare. Using the US-based HighScope Curriculum, it emphasizes holistic child development with a focus on parental involvement and child safety. Over 48,000 parents are reportedly served by Footprints’ many centers spread across 24 cities, which offer services like live CCTV access and a mobile app that lets parents stay in touch with their kids.
By combining individualized care with technologically advanced solutions and effective operations, Footprints seeks to transform early childhood education. With features like live CCTV access, kid-safe infrastructure, and extensive background checks for all employees, it places a high priority on child safety.
“Our focus has always been on creating safe, nurturing, and stimulating environments where every child’s potential is recognized and developed. With the support of Tanglin Venture Partners, we are now positioned to deepen our impact and bring our model to even more families across the country. Our commitment to trust, transparency, and technology-driven care remains the foundation of our growth,” said Raj Singhal, co-founder and CEO of Footprints.
Founded by former Tiger Global executive Ravi Venkatesh, Tanglin Venture Partners is preparing to raise $250 million for its third fund. Pocket FM, Moglix, Sugar.fit, Good Flippin’ Burgers, abCoffee, as well as Scapia, Plum, Open, Ninjacart, Jupiter, and Rupeek, are all part of its portfolio.
