Learn more CENTURY has been developed by an award-winning team of experienced teachers, neuroscientists and technologists.
Together, we have combined the latest research in learning science, artificial intelligence and neuroscience to ensure CENTURY is underpinned by evidence-based scientific and pedagogical techniques. Barrister and entrepreneur, Priya founded CENTURY in 2013 after being struck by underachievement rates in schools. A frequent keynote speaker and media commentator, Priya is also a co-founder of The Institute for Ethical AI in Education. Gareth leads our team of software engineers and data scientists. He works closely with our teachers, neuroscientists and product team to develop new features and makes sure they are built to a high standard. Rahul oversees Finance and Operations at CENTURY. He has years of experience working in top financial roles across various industries and makes sure everything runs smoothly. Former Assistant Head, Tom has spent years working in schools before joining CENTURY. He now leads our in-house team of experienced teachers who create our content and deliver training in schools. Employee number 2 at CENTURY, Alice has been looking after product from the very beginning. She brings her background in neuroscience and memory research to the role and works closely with universities around the world to help our technical team deliver features with genuine impact on learners and teachers. Liz looks after all things data – storage, pipelines, analysis and machine learning. Together with her team, Liz is responsible for making CENTURY an intelligent tool for teachers by creating the AI that powers the platform. Ruben is responsible for designing the look of CENTURY. He works closely with schools, teachers and our neuroscientists to ensure the platform doesn’t just look great but is engaging for students and easy to use. Fergus runs our team of school account managers. They make sure the implementation process is smooth and are always on-hand for support, helping our schools get the most out of CENTURY. Charles oversees CENTURY’s international school activity, working with some of the most progressive and prestigious schools in the world. He also often represents CENTURY at international EdTech and education events. Ciara supports international schools around the world in understanding how CENTURY can transform digital learning. A former teacher, Ciara has over 8 years of experience in the education sector and an in-depth knowledge of schools’ needs. Deborah looks after schools and colleges across the North of England. Having worked in schools for over 10 years, she has deep understanding of their needs and challenges, and how CENTURY can be used to address them. Paul works with schools and colleges across the Midlands, Wales and Northern Ireland. He is passionate about education and helping schools and colleges with their improvement and digital learning strategies. Matt helps schools and colleges across the South of England to implement new and innovative digital practices. His previous work experience includes schools, education charities and edtech providers, giving him a full appreciation of the education sector. Max is part of the International schools team at CENTURY and looks after India, China and East Asia. He worked as a Geography Teacher for 11 years before his passion for transformative learning technology took him into the Ed Tech sector. Rob is responsible for supporting customers in the ASEAN region. He has 13 years’ experience in the education sector, and has spent the last 7 years helping international schools, colleges and universities make the appropriate curriculum choices. Richard leads our Training Provider team and has extensive professional experience in the FE sector. He is passionate about EdTech and always looking for solutions to what providers need next. View all Data dashboards mean you can effectively use your time targeting which students need more challenge or support, in specific topic areas. Sam Wignell, Head of Science and Technology Ansford Academy CENTURY has been named overall winner of the Spectator Economic Disruptor of the Year Awards, an awards scheme to recognise the innovative British firms having the biggest positive influence on their sectors. Learn more In Independent Education Today, CENTURY Founder CEO Priya Lakhani OBE argues that technology will improve, not diminish, the role of humans in teaching. Learn more CENTURY is an integral part of our Trust’s digital drive for education. Students have an individual pathway, staff have live analysis and control of workload, making their feedback more accurate and responsive. We see a desire to succeed from all. Sharon Bruton, Chief Executive Officer The Keys Federation We found it really straightforward to get started on – the initial meeting with CENTURY and the follow-up training were easy, simple and quick. Rachel Owen, Headteacher TLG Reading CENTURY has promoted self-awareness and independence. Students are more consciously aware of what they are really good at as well as what they need to work on. Laura Butcher, Headteacher St John's Primary School It is becoming increasingly clear that CENTURY is enabling our teachers, students and their parents to reach a new level of teaching and learning. Linda Parsons, Digital Lead Deira International School
About us
Our vision is for every teacher and learner to have access to intelligent tools that help them succeed.
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Meet the team
Priya Lakhani OBE
Founder CEO, CENTURY
Gareth Parker
Chief Technical Officer
Rahul Bakrania
Chief Operations Officer & Chief Financial Officer
Tom Thacker
Chief Education Officer
Alice Little
Head of Product & Neuroscience
Liz Macfie
Director of Data Science
Ruben Canhoto
Director of Design
Fergus Hamilton
Head of Customer Success
Charles Wood
Director of International
Ciara O’Sullivan
International Schools Manager
Deborah McKenzie
UK Partnership Manager (North)
Paul Leahy
UK Partnership Manager (Midlands)
Matthew Friend
UK Partnership Manager (South)
Max Carter
International Schools Manager
Rob Kindness
International Schools Manager
Richard Graham
Independent Training Provider Lead
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