ICYMI- Latest Org Updates

Latest Organizational Updates

We’re excited to share that ExamWritePad and Scholarcy have joined the Calypso family, furthering our mission to make learning more accessible and inclusive. ExamWritePad: In September 2024, we acquired ExamWritePad, a UK leader in exam access solutions. Fully compliant with statutory guidelines, ExamWritePad complements Read&Write, enhancing our exam solutions and accelerating our growth in the UK market for accessible education. Scholarcy: In October 2024, we acquired Scholarcy, a leader in the UK DSA market. Scholarcy’s tools simplify complex topics and enhance learning, perfectly complementing our products. This strengthens our support for students and opens new growth opportunities. Click the images to explore the latest updates

Acquired by Texthelp: Expanding Reach and Impact

In March 2024, n2y and Texthelp merged to create a stronger, unified force in inclusive learning. By combining their expertise, they now offer comprehensive tools that empower learners of all abilities in both education and the workplace. Together, they are committed to making learning more accessible, engaging, and impactful for everyone.

The n2y and Texthelp Merge: A New Chapter

Texthelp's journey...

In 1996, Martin McKay founded the business after witnessing his father struggle to communicate following a severe stroke. At that time, assistive technology was limited, so Martin decided to create solutions himself. For over 20 years, Texthelp’s mission has been to develop technologies that help people read, write, and research with confidence. These tools are designed to support individuals in reaching their full potential, whether in school or the workplace.

Our Goal for 2030

What’s Ahead for Calypso

With the recent merger of n2y and Texthelp, backed by Five Arrows, the alternative assets arm of Rothschild & Co, our focus is on transforming inclusive learning and communication. As majority shareholder, Five Arrows supports our mission to help learners and employees across the neurodiverse spectrum, alongside investments from Providence Equity Partners and Verdane. With over 50 years of combined expertise, Calypso is set to revolutionize how diverse learning and communication needs are met in both education and the workplace.

By 2030, Calypso aims to impact 1 billion people worldwide, enhancing literacy, numeracy, and understanding by leveraging n2y's special education knowledge and Texthelp's assistive technology expertise.

n2y's journey...

The n2y journey began in 1997 when speech-language pathologist Jacquie Clark set out to help her special education students improve their communication, comprehension, and socialization skills. To support this, she created News2you®, a weekly newspaper that used current events to foster literacy development. As student needs evolved, so did n2y, transitioning from print to digital to provide individuals with special needs meaningful access to the world around them.