CLEO AI-MENTOR:
WHERE NEUROSCIENCE MEETS LEARNING
At EDUCA, we whole-heartedly believe that every child’s brain is beautifully unique – a universe of connections waiting to light up in its own way, at its own pace. That’s why we’re proud to be the first school in Europe to embrace the Cleo AI-mentor platform by CheckIT Labs, a revolutionary neuroeducation tool that understands something essential: learning isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s as individual as a fingerprint, as personal as a heartbeat. With Cleo, we’re stepping into a new chapter where neurodidactic principles guide every lesson, where neurodiversity isn’t just accepted – it’s celebrated and where every student, especially our neurodivergent learners, finally has a learning companion who truly sees them.
UNDERSTANDING
THE SCIENCE OF LEARNING
Neuroeducation is where the magic of the science of learning meets the art of teaching. It’s the understanding that when we know how the brain learns – how it forms memories, builds connections and processes information – we can transform education from guesswork into precision. For too long, classrooms have taught to an imaginary “average” student, leaving countless brilliant minds struggling not because they can’t learn, but because they learn differently. The Cleo platform changes everything. Built on cutting-edge neuroscience research, it recognises that each brain has its own pathways, its own rhythm and its own way of making sense of the world. By doing so, it helps every child reach their full potential.
HOW CLEO EMBRACES NEURO-DIVERGENT LEARNERS
Cleo serves as an AI mentor that uses neuroscience principles to help students strengthen skills like planning, organisation and time management – skills that neurodivergent students often find challenging not because of lack of ability, but because traditional teaching methods don’t align with how their brains naturally work. For students with ADHD, autism, dyslexia or other forms of neurodivergence, Cleo becomes a patient, personalised guide. It doesn’t judge. It doesn’t rush. Instead, it adapts in real-time, offering strategies that match each student’s unique cognitive profile. Whether a child needs information broken into smaller chunks, benefits from visual rather than verbal cues or thrives with movement breaks built into study sessions, Cleo understands.
WHY THIS MATTERS FOR NEURODIVERSITY
In traditional classrooms, neurodivergent students often feel like square pegs being forced into round holes. They’re labelled as ‘difficult’, ‘distracted’ or ‘behind’, when the truth is far more beautiful: they’re simply wired differently. Neurodiversity isn’t a deficit – it’s a strength. The same brain that struggles with conventional teaching methods might see patterns others miss, think creatively in ways that change the world or bring perspectives that revolutionise entire fields. But first, these students need an education system that recognises their brilliance. Cleo represents a fundamental shift in how we approach learning differences. Instead of asking neurodivergent students to constantly adapt to systems that weren’t designed for them, we’re creating a system that adapts to them. It’s education that finally sees what we’ve always known: that every mind, no matter how it works, deserves to shine.
REAL-TIME SUPPORT THAT NEVER SLEEPS
Imagine a learning companion who’s always there when the breakthrough moment arrives at 9 PM during homework, or when confusion strikes during independent study. Cleo provides 24/7 guidance, answering questions, generating personalised study materials and offering encouragement exactly when students need it most. For neurodivergent learners who may struggle with executive function, Cleo helps them break overwhelming tasks into manageable steps, celebrates small victories and builds the confidence that comes from finally feeling understood.
STUDY STRATEGIES THAT MATCH CHILD’S BRAIN
Every brain remembers differently. Some need repetition, others need connection, still others need movement or visual cues. Cleo uses evidence-based techniques like spaced repetition and active recall, but crucially, it personalises these strategies to each student’s neurodivergent profile. A student with ADHD might receive shorter, more frequent study sessions with built-in breaks. A dyslexic learner might get multimodal content that combines text, audio and images. The platform doesn’t force students to adapt to a rigid system – it flexes to embrace them.
BUILDING SKILLS THAT LAST A LIFETIME
Beyond academic content, Cleo teaches students how to learn. It develops metacognitive awareness – helping students understand their own thinking patterns, strengths and areas for growth. For neuro-divergent learners, this is transformative. Many have spent years feeling like something was “wrong” with them, when in reality, they simply needed tools designed for their beautifully different brains. Cleo helps them discover that they’re not broken; they’re brilliant. And with that realisation comes resilience, self-advocacy and a deep, unshakeable sense of agency.
TEACHERS EMPOWERED TO SEE EVERY STUDENT
Our teachers receive real-time insights that help them understand how each student is progressing, where they might be struggling and which neurodidactic approaches will work best. This isn’t about replacing the human connection – it’s about enhancing it. Teachers can spend less time on administrative tasks and more time doing what they love: witnessing the exact moment a child’s eyes light up with understanding, celebrating the breakthrough that seemed impossible yesterday and nurturing the unique genius that lives in every learner.
LOOKING FORWARD
With Cleo, we’re pioneering a future where neuroeducation isn’t a buzzword but a daily reality, where neurodidactic principles shape every lesson and where neurodivergent students don’t just survive school – they absolutely thrive in it. This is the education revolution we’ve been waiting for: one that’s grounded in science, powered by compassion and built on the true belief that every child’s brain is exactly as it should be. We’re honoured to be Europe’s first school on this journey, and we can’t wait to witness the incredible transformations that unfold when learning finally works the way young minds do – brilliantly.
Dr Lana Belic
Principal
EDUCA is the brainchild of Dr Lana Belić – an award-winning education visionary and finalist of the prestigious Global Teacher of the Year award. With over two decades of experience in reimagining education across Europe, Dr Belić is celebrated for pioneering innovative school concepts and championing a rehumanised, child-centric approach to pedagogical interdisciplinarity – blending Finland’s educational wisdom with cutting-edge neuroeducation and emotionally intelligent teaching. At the heart of EDUCA is her belief that every child’s light deserves to shine – and that schools must become places where wellbeing thrives and every child strives. Her mission-driven approach is rooted in international excellence and local relevance – making EDUCA a trusted choice for families seeking a nurturing, high-quality international school in Serbia.
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