AI-Based Language Learning Platform Sylvi Raised Euro 350K Super Angel Round.

Led By Tom Standen(Founder), Sam Brown(Commercial Lead), & Amy Cameron(Marketing Lead), Sylvi has raised Euro 350K Super Angel Round led by Claire Valoti(Tech Executive), Amir Nooriala (former COO at OakNorth Bank), and Simon Murdoch (Managing Partner at Episode 1 Ventures) and saw participation from Solo Investments, the family office of LADbible founder Solly Solomou.

In this highly competitive language learning space where most of the apps focus on memorization or grammar rules, Sylvi focuses on real conversation to learn a language. Tom Standen(ex-Junior Associate McKinsey & Company) came up with this idea when he found his girlfriend Amy Cameron struggling to make a real conversation in French after a 600-day learning period with Duolingo.

Sylvi combines conversational practice with AI-powered corrections and translations, making language learning social and engaging. Its new personalized lesson plans—tailored to each user’s language, goals, and interests—put it at the forefront of personalized education.

Since introducing paid subscriptions in late 2024, Sylvi has generated over £60,000 in ARR, with a 4.7/5 App Store rating and strong unit economics. The company is piloting an educational program in southern England, with plans to expand into the education sector.