Knowness - The Complete Education Platform

All your subjects in one place.

From secondary school, to sixth-form and college, to university and beyond.

GCSEs

Our GCSE courses cover every major subject, tailored to your exam board. With interactive lessons and expert tips, you’ll study smarter — not harder.

“I went from a 5 to an 8 in Computer Science using Knowness and actually enjoyed revising!”
— Emily, Year 11

University Tasters

Our University Taster Courses let you experience real university-level subjects before you commit and their associated career guidance.

52% of students regret their university degree choice. Don’t let that be you 😖

“These tasters gave my sixth formers the clarity they needed before choosing degrees.”
— Mr Patel, Head of Sixth Form

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Built on over 50 years of proven learning science.

Knowness combines the most effective learning strategies into every course. That means faster recall, deeper understanding, and longer retention.

Dual Coding

Learn better by combining words with visuals.

Retrieval Practice

Boost memory by recalling information often.

Spaced Practice

Review at intervals to strengthen long-term recall.

Interleaving

Mix topics to improve problem-solving and adaptability.

Concrete Examples

Understand concepts through real, relatable cases.

Elaboration

Deepen learning by explaining ideas in your own words.

Smarter learning that keeps you engaged.

Everything we build is designed to help you understand, remember, and succeed, all on your terms.

Study Mode

Immerse yourself in distraction-free learning with tailored bite-size lessons, progress tracking, and interactive content designed for maximum focus.

Embedded Interactions

Learn actively with built-in flashcards, exercises, and prompts woven into every lesson.

Exam Materials

Access past papers, mark schemes, and examiner insights — everything you need to prepare for your exams with confidence.

Revision Tools

Streamline revision with smart flashcards, practice exercises, and personalised reviews to strengthen weak areas.

Gamification

Stay motivated with badges, streaks, and challenges that turn studying into an engaging, rewarding experience.

Lesson Summaries

Quickly recap key points with concise, exam-focused summaries that make last-minute revision simple and effective.

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Join a growing community of learners already studying smarter with Knowness.

schools

Trusted by schools across the UK to support teaching, revision, and student success.

courses

Explore a wide range of GCSE subjects and university taster courses, all built by experts.

For schools and educators.

We work directly with schools, improving student outcomes and contributing to our social impact mission of providing quality, free resources to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Free for Pupil Premium

Full free access to Knowness Plus for all partner school students on pupil premium.

Track Student Progress

Track your students’ progress as they make their way through the course content.

Career Guidance

Free further education and careers guidance for students who aren’t sure what to do after school.

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Hear directly from our users

Don’t just take our word for it; see the impact for yourself.

Amira

Student, Year 11

Knowness made GCSE revision so much easier. I liked how the flashcards popped up in the lessons because it forced me to actually think instead of just reading.

Mark

Parent

As parents we were worried about our daughter picking the wrong degree. The tasters were such a relief because she got a real sense of subjects before making a decision. Now she’s set on Law and we’re all much calmer about it.

Helen

GCSE Biology Teacher

The embedded interactions are brilliant. I’ve noticed students remembering things much better because they’re not just passively watching a video, they’re actually doing something with the information.

David

Parent

I trust this platform because it’s backed by experts and schools. It doesn’t feel like just another app but it actually feels like a proper extension of her education.

Daniel

Careers Lead

The University Taster Courses have been a game-changer for our sixth form. I had students who were torn between subjects and now they’ve made much clearer choices. It’s saved them and their parents a lot of stress.

Hannah

Student, Year 13

I was so unsure about what degree to choose but after trying the Economics taster I felt a lot more confident. It gave me a much clearer idea of what studying it at university would actually be like.

Jacob

Student, Year 11

It’s basically all my revision resources in one place: notes, flashcards, and exam papers. I don’t have to waste time jumping between websites anymore.

Aisha

Parent

The gamification was what hooked my son. He wanted to keep his streak going which meant he was revising every day without me pushing him. His teachers have already noticed the improvement.

Josh

Student, Year 10

The study mode really kept me on track. I used to get distracted a lot when revising at home but the way it’s laid out made me focus properly.

Raj

Head of Sixth Form

We’ve tried different platforms in school before but Knowness is the first one that students actually use regularly. It’s engaging and it’s really taken a lot of pressure off our staff.

Sarah

Parent

My daughter used to dread revision but she’s genuinely happier using Knowness. She likes the flashcards and the little badges and for me it’s a relief not having to nag her all the time.

Emily

Student, Year 11

I honestly thought I was going to fail Computer Science but Knowness broke it down so simply. I went from a grade 5 in my mocks to an 8 in the real exam.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Knowness?

Knowness is an online learning platform where students (13+) can study GCSEs for their exams and University Taster Courses to explore degrees. Lessons are expert-led, bite-sized, and supported by videos, interactive diagrams, practice questions, flashcards, and a focused Study Mode.

What makes Knowness different?

Knowness is built on learning science from the ground up. Instead of just uploading content, we design every course to help knowledge stick: clear goals, short explainers with visuals, regular practice with instant feedback, and smart review that brings topics back at the right time. You’ll see your progress, get gentle prompts to focus where it matters, and learn through multiple formats: videos, diagrams, questions, and flashcards. The result is a platform that’s not only engaging, but genuinely helps you remember more and perform better.

Who can use Knowness?

Students aged 13+, independent learners, home-education families, teachers, and schools. Parents can also use Knowness to support study at home.

Do I need a teacher to use the platform?

No. Knowness works great for self-study as everything is guided and structured. If you’re in a school, teachers can also integrate Knowness alongside classroom teaching and homework.

Are the courses exam-board aligned?

Yes. We provide separate, exam-board–specific courses (for example AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and WJEC/Eduqas). You choose your exam-board and follow a tailored pathway with the exact topics, terminology, and practice questions for that specification.

Can schools sign up directly?

Yes. Schools can onboard with bulk licences and easy setup. Book a demo now to learn more, see pricing/options, and get a walkthrough of setup and onboarding.

How much does Knowness cost?

Knowness is completely free for students to get started. For unlimited access to all GCSE courses, you can purchase a subscription. If you're a school, we have free and paid options available.

Backed by

Knowness is located at the Exchange, Birmingham. As part of the University of Birmingham’s Startup Incubator, we are supported by one of the world’s leading educational institutions.