St. Louis, MO · All Ages Welcome

Meet Ellie — the AI tutor that learns how your child learns.

Ellie discovers what your child understands, teaches what they are missing, strengthens weak areas, and challenges them to use what they have learned.

Coding · AI · Robotics · Cybersecurity · Creativity · Confidence

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Free STEM Saturday

Before you enroll, come experience Ellie. Students can meet Ellie, explore technology, build something real, and discover what they are capable of — completely free.

Available online and in person in St. Louis.

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  • Meet and learn with Ellie
  • Build a real beginner-friendly technology project
  • Explore coding, AI, robotics, cybersecurity, or creative technology
  • Parents can see how Ellie teaches
  • No experience required
  • No credit card required

How Ellie teaches

She doesn't just answer. She teaches.

Other programs teach a curriculum. Ellie learns the student.

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Ellie Discovers

Ellie learns what the student already understands before teaching anything new.

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Ellie Teaches

She explains concepts at the student's level and adapts when something isn't clicking.

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Ellie Coaches

She strengthens weak areas through practice, guidance, and reinforcement.

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Ellie Challenges

Students demonstrate what they learned before moving forward.

Ellie does more than give answers.

She helps students learn how to think, create, and grow.

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See Ellie teach — not just answer.

Watch how Ellie responds to a real student question. She doesn't hand over the answer — she helps them understand.

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Ellie

AI Learning Companion · Online

"I don't understand loops."
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"Before we start, let me see what you already know. Can you tell me — what do you think a loop does in a program?"
"I think it repeats something?"
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"Exactly right — that's the core idea! Now let me show you exactly how that works, and then I'll ask you to write one yourself so I know you've got it."

Six learning pathways

Six pathways to a future in technology.

Every program is taught by Ellie — your child's adaptive AI learning companion.

Coding & Software Development

Build real apps and software in Python, JavaScript, and more.

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Artificial Intelligence & AI Literacy

Learn how AI actually works — from machine learning to building your own models.

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Robotics & Engineering

Design, build, and code physical machines that move and respond to the world.

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Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking

Hands-on labs that teach students to think like defenders and protect systems.

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Game Development

Design, code, and publish playable games using Unity and web technologies.

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Web & App Development

From wireframe to live URL — students ship real projects with real hosting.

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For parents

Technology education built around your child.

Personalized Learning

Ellie adapts instruction to what your child understands — not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.

Real Understanding

Students are challenged to demonstrate what they learned instead of simply receiving answers.

Future-Ready Skills

Students learn coding, AI, technology, creativity, and problem solving — skills that matter.

Affordable Access

First month free, then only $10/month. We believe every child deserves access to a great education.

Built for families

Built for families. Built with purpose.

Diverse kids learning technology at Ellie's FutureMinds Academy
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Family-friendly learning environment

A safe, welcoming space designed for children and families — online and in person in St. Louis.

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Beginner-friendly

No prior experience needed. Ellie meets every student exactly where they are.

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AI-supported personalized instruction

Ellie adapts to each student's pace, strengths, and gaps — not a fixed curriculum.

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Affordable access

First month free. Then only $10/month. Technology education shouldn't be out of reach.

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Online + St. Louis

Learn from anywhere online, or join us in person on Saturdays at 1900 Whittier St, St. Louis, MO 63113.

Student projects

What can your child create?

Not worksheets. Not passive videos. Real projects from day one.

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Real Apps

Working programs in Python, JavaScript, and Scratch — projects they can show off.

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Robots

Design, build, and code physical machines that move and respond.

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AI Models

From image classifiers to chatbots — students learn how AI actually works.

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Cybersecurity Skills

Ethical hacking labs that teach students to think like defenders.

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Playable Games

Design, code, and publish games using Unity and web technologies.

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Live Websites

From wireframe to live URL — with real hosting and a real domain.

Our community

Our founding families are just getting started.

We're building this community with students and families who believe children deserve meaningful access to technology, mentorship, creativity, and opportunity.

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Pricing

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First Month Free

$0

Then only $10/month

Ellie AI learning companion

Academy classroom access

Interactive lessons

Projects and challenges

Progress tracking

Multiple technology pathways

Online learning access

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Let your child experience how she teaches.

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