Bridge International Academies is a for-profit education company based in Kenya. It was founded in 2007 by Jay Kimmelman and Shannon May with a vision to provide quality education to underserved communities in Africa. The company's headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya.

Bridge International Academies offers affordable primary education to children in low-income communities. Their main product is a network of primary schools that provide a standardized curriculum, trained teachers, and research-based teaching methods. The curriculum covers subjects such as math, English, science, and social studies.

Bridge International Academies also provide ongoing teacher training and support, ensuring their teachers deliver high-quality education. On a global scale, Bridge International Academies has expanded its reach beyond Kenya. It operates in several countries, including Nigeria, Uganda, Liberia, India, and Pakistan.

The company has significant partnerships with governments, NGOs, and philanthropic organizations that help it operate in these different regions. Bridge International Academies has faced controversy and legal challenges in some countries due to concerns about the quality of education and the involvement of private actors in public education systems. Despite these challenges, the company has positioned itself as a provider of affordable education, targeting families who cannot afford traditional private schools and are dissatisfied with the quality of public schools.

In terms of market position, Bridge International Academies is recognized as one of the largest education companies in Africa. They have built a strong presence in the low-cost private education sector, attracting significant investment and garnering attention from education policymakers and researchers. One of the major events in Bridge International Academies' history was a study conducted by the Liberian government in partnership with the World Bank.

This study assessed the impact of Bridge schools on student learning outcomes and found positive results. This study helped increase the company's credibility and led to a partnership with the Liberian government to expand their operations in the country. Currently, the company continues to face challenges and controversies, with ongoing legal battles in countries like Uganda.

These challenges have resulted in some setbacks, but Bridge International Academies remains committed to their mission of providing quality education to underserved communities in Africa and beyond