K-12 Online Learning Platform Modernization

CHALLENGE

The client, a U.S. provider of K-12 digital learning solutions, had been managing a cloud-based ecosystem that supported millions of students and teachers across multiple learning products. As adoption grew, the system began to show signs of slowing during peak usage hours. Expanding to new districts exposed limits in scalability, interoperability, and content management.

ENGAGEMENT STAGE

Our team joined the project during a crucial growth phase. Our goal was to ensure the platform could evolve while remaining fully functional throughout everyday use in classrooms. The K-12 online learning platform modernization effort focused on stability and modular growth rather than full replacement.

TRANSFORMATION

The modernization process introduced cloud infrastructure, modularized architecture, and CI/CD automation. The K-12 educational platform enhancement improved backend communication, content delivery speed, and accessibility for users of all ability levels. The platform now performs smoothly under heavy load, supports faster content updates, and provides a unified learning experience across schools and districts.

SERVICES PROVIDED

• Custom EdTech software development
• Educational platform enhancement and backend modernization
• Learning system performance optimization through automation and monitoring
• Cloud migration and infrastructure improvement
• CI/CD automation for faster feature delivery
• Accessibility compliance and UI/UX redesign

DEVELOPMENT TEAM

• Project Manager and Technical Lead
• 8 Backend Developers (Node.js, Python, Ruby, Java)
• 6 Frontend Developers (React, TypeScript)
• 4 DevOps Engineers
• 4 QA and Automation Specialists
• 1 UI/UX Designer

SCALABILITY AND PERFORMANCE

User growth caused noticeable slowdowns during school hours. Migrating to AWS and Azure provided dynamic scaling that maintained high performance for millions of students.

LESSON DELIVERY EFFICIENCY

Old structures made it hard to reuse or update lessons. Refactoring the learning engine into modular components allowed faster updates and more personalized delivery.

INTEGRATION FLEXIBILITY

Different schools typically use different SIS and LMS tools. Unified APIs and SSO integration created a connected environment across systems, fulfilling the broader goal of K-12 teaching and learning platform optimization.

ACCESSIBILITY AND COMPLIANCE

A new interface supported screen readers, variable text sizing, and simplified navigation. Compliance with ADA and WCAG standards strengthened the reputation of the online learning platform for schools as a fully inclusive environment.

AUTOMATION AND MONITORING

Automation succeeded in reducing manual work and risk during updates. Real-time dashboards helped administrators detect issues immediately and ensure uninterrupted use of the virtual learning platform for schools.

STRATEGY

Our modernization followed an incremental approach. The main priority was to maintain uninterrupted education while building a flexible and scalable foundation. CHI Software’s team adopted a strategy that connected cloud migration, automation, and continuous delivery into a single modernization cycle. The K-12 e-learning platform development plan ensured each update delivered real value without disrupting the classroom experience.

DEVELOPMENT PHASES

+30% FASTER LESSON DELIVERY AND ASSESSMENT PROCESSING

Lesson activities and scoring run noticeably quicker so that teachers can move from task to task without long loading times, and students can receive their feedback within the same class session.

+40% IMPROVEMENT IN DEVELOPMENT VELOCITY

CI/CD pipelines and automated checks managed to turn long release windows into smaller, predictable deployments, so engineering teams could ship new K-12 learning edtech features and fixes during the school year instead of waiting for infrequent major releases.

99.95% UPTIME FOR ALL LEARNING PRODUCTS

The platform remains available during peak school hours, keeping nationwide traffic stable even when districts onboard new schools, while also reducing support tickets and cancelled digital lessons.

100% COMPLIANCE WITH FERPA, COPPA, ADA, and WCAG

Student data stays protected, and every online learning tool remains accessible for learners who use screen readers, keyboard navigation, or other assistive technologies.

HIGHER ENGAGEMENT IN EDUCATION

Gamified challenges, progress tracking, and rewards encourage students to complete more tasks in math and coding modules, while teachers report better participation during practice sessions and homework on the virtual learning platform for schools.

CLEANER DATA FOR TEACHERS AND ADMINISTRATORS

Unified student rosters and user management reduced duplicate records and manual fixes – this way, progress reports, attendance, and assessment data now align across systems and can help to simplify district-level planning.

Learn more in our Edtech data analytics overview.

If you’re building or scaling an online learning platform, CHI Software can help modernize your infrastructure, streamline integrations, and enhance student engagement with personalized, compliant learning solutions.

WHAT WE SPECIALIZE IN

• Educational platform enhancement and modernization
• Learning management software for schools with cloud-native architecture
• Integration of SIS, LMS, and classroom tools into one connected platform
• Gamification of subject modules to increase learning motivation
• Performance optimization and automation for better platform scalability
• Virtual learning platform development for long-term growth

WHO WE WORK WITH

• EdTech solution providers
• K-12 school districts and networks of charter schools
• E-learning and curriculum developers
• Digital publishers and classroom platform vendors