South Africa’s very own Ear Academy has been named a winner at the esteemed Kids Judge Bett Awards held at Bett UK, the world’s largest EdTech event. This remarkable achievement shines a global spotlight on South Africa’s innovation in education and its commitment to empowering learners through cutting-edge technology.
The Kids Judge Bett Awards celebrate the most innovative and impactful education technology, with the winners chosen by an inspiring panel of young judges aged 7–13 years old. These students explored hundreds of EdTech solutions from around the world before selecting their favourites, placing Ear Academy among the top innovators globally.
The awards were announced on stage at Bett UK, hosted at London’s prestigious ExCeL Centre at the end of January this year. This year’s event drew over 30,000 attendees, including education leaders, teachers, EdTech pioneers, and international decision-makers.
Ear Academy’s Success: A Proud South African Moment
Ear Academy revolutionizes music education with a platform designed to make teaching music easy and learning music exciting. Built to enhance school music programs, The Ear provides curriculum-aligned lessons, teaching tools, built-in bite-sized teacher training courses, and an adaptable platform for various learning environments.
For primary schools, Ear Academy offers a play-based, step-by-step method that engages young learners through hands-on activities. Teachers, regardless of their music expertise, are supported with detailed lesson plans, vibrant resources, and Professional Development guidance to deliver confident, progressive lessons.
For secondary schools, the platform features instrumental courses for guitar, piano, drums, and electric bass, built on the “Listen, Learn, Practise, Play” method. These courses empower students to explore music deeply, develop creativity, and achieve measurable progress.
Flexible, affordable, and scalable, Ear Academy inspires a love for music while equipping teachers to deliver impactful lessons effortlessly.
“This recognition by Kids Judge Bett is an incredible honour,” said Rus Nerwich, Co-Founder and CEO.
“It validates our mission to improve the quality of music education by empowering teachers and bringing the joy of music back to the classroom. Being chosen by children—the very audience we serve—makes this award especially meaningful.” Ear Academy’s recognition at this global stage not only celebrates the Academy’s contributions but also highlights the incredible talent and innovation originating from South Africa. This achievement reinforces the country’s role as a leader in shaping the future of education technology.
