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About
I'm an experienced entrepreneur and the co-founder of Novakid, an award-winning online English school for young learners. With a strong background in technology and innovation, I’ve launched several successful startups, including Cloudike, and held roles at top companies like Google and LG. I studied at MIPT, earned an MBA from the University of Massachusetts, and I am a Certified Coach. In 2017, my co-founder and I launched Novakid to address the global need for accessible, high-quality English education for children.

Max Azarov
Company details
Novakid Inc
Company bio
Novakid empowers children to confidently communicate in a global world through personalised, immersive English learning experiences that are fun, effective and accessible. An award-winning online English platform, Novakid offers full-immersion language learning for children aged 2–14. Their unique methodology combines 1:1 live lessons with certified native or near-native teachers, group speaking practice in small groups with children from different countries, gamified content, and self-learning apps, all of which have been designed to prepare children for future academic, career, and travel opportunities in an increasingly interconnected world. Every Novakid lesson is tailored to a child’s pace, level, and interests. The expert-designed curriculum, aligned with CEFR standards, develops language and cognitive skills through storytelling, games, and real-time conversation, complementing what children learn in school and encouraging natural fluency. With interactive, play-based content including the free Novakid Junior app for younger learners, children stay engaged while learning English in a safe, ad-free, scam-free, and bully-free environment. Trusted by over 800,000 families in 50+ countries, Novakid is rated 4.7/5 on Trustpilot, with over 90% parental satisfaction. Parents value Novakid’s transparency, flexible pricing plans (including sibling discounts and a 45-day satisfaction guarantee), and measurable results powered by AI-driven progress tracking and assessments. Lessons can be booked anytime, and children have 24/7 access to games and activities, all from the comfort of home.