Ecole 2600 is a technology company.
Ecole 2600 has raised $7.0M across 1 funding round.
Ecole 2600 has raised $7.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Ecole 2600 has raised $7.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Ecole 2600's investors include Hi Inov - Dentressangle, Kima Ventures, Motier Ventures, Sequoia Capital, Seventure Partners, Michael Benabou, Raphael Vullierme.
Ecole 2600 is a French cybersecurity education provider, not a traditional technology company building products, but an EdTech firm specializing in work-study programs. Founded in 2021, it offers a three-year cybersecurity curriculum combining classroom theory with on-the-job training, where companies cover tuition fees.[2][3] It serves aspiring cybersecurity professionals and companies facing talent shortages, solving the skills gap amid rising cyber threats—estimated to cause 60% of attacked French firms to close within 6-18 months—through practical training in risk management, crisis response, and more.[2] With 300-400 students annually, 30 employees, €3.2 million in revenue, and a recent €6 million Series A for an e-learning platform targeting 10,000 learners by 2030, it shows strong growth momentum.[2][3]
Ecole 2600 was founded in 2021 in Montigny-le-Bretonneux, France, by Valérie de Saint Père, Axel Dreyfus, and Lionel Auroux, who recognized the urgent need for hands-on cybersecurity talent.[2][3] The idea emerged from France's escalating cyber risks and a shortage of operational experts, prompting a model where students gain real-world experience via work-study apprenticeships alongside professionals from firms like Thales, Naval Group, and ANSSI.[1][2] Early traction came from its innovative approach: students like Rayan Bouyaiche (class of 2025) and Nathan Garnier (2026) leveraged platforms like Hack The Box CTFs to build skills, secure jobs, and achieve top-three finishes in global competitions against 6,600 players from 94 countries.[1] This blend of theory, labs, and employment has humanized its impact, with alumni quickly entering cyber careers.[1]
Ecole 2600 rides the global cybersecurity talent crisis, amplified by surging attacks and a projected need for operational experts, positioning it as a key player in France's cyber ecosystem.[2] Its timing aligns with national priorities—cybersecurity as a "major issue" where talent shortages heighten risks—making it a force multiplier for industries like defense and finance.[2] Market forces favoring it include government-backed entities like ANSSI collaborating on training and investor confidence via €6M funding from Motier Ventures and angels.[2] By producing 300-400 job-ready graduates yearly and expanding e-learning internationally, it influences the ecosystem through "school as a service," reducing barriers to cyber upskilling and supporting resilient digital infrastructures.[2][4]
Ecole 2600's €6M raise fuels its e-learning pivot, aiming for 10,000 learners by 2030 via corporate platforms and global "school as a service" exports.[2] Trends like AI-driven threats and regulatory mandates (e.g., NIS2 in Europe) will accelerate demand for its practical training, potentially scaling revenue beyond €3.2M through B2B partnerships.[2][3] Its influence may evolve from a French niche player to a pan-European cyber education hub, alumni networks strengthening its pipeline amid persistent shortages—watch for international campus expansions or acquisitions by larger EdTech firms. This work-study pioneer exemplifies how targeted skills training fortifies tech's front lines against tomorrow's threats.
Ecole 2600 has raised $7.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $7.0M Seed in April 2023.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2023 | $7.0M Seed | Hi Inov - Dentressangle, Kima Ventures, Motier Ventures, Sequoia Capital, Seventure Partners, Michael Benabou, Raphael Vullierme |