Smarty Ears has been at the forefront of innovation in speech therapy, language, literacy, and communication technology. Founded by a speech-language pathologist, we bridge the gap between clinical expertise and digital engagement.
Driven by a commitment to quality and innovation, we recognize the interconnectedness of challenges within the special education ecosystem and use technology to bridge the gap.
We aim to transform special education through engaging, data-driven technology that guides learning approaches with real-time performance metrics. We strive to put the student at the heart of the educational process.
We believe in the power of collaboration between therapists, educators, and parents. Our goal is to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive by improving efficiency so professionals can focus on what truly matters.
Smarty Ears is more than an innovation; it’s a movement to change the status quo. We are dedicated to empowering educators and families through intelligent, dynamic online activities that foster growth.
Laid the roots of our company, establishing core values and the 1st mobile innovations.
Received federal funding from the NIH to research solutions for speech in background noise.
Launched our most ambitious comprehensive digital solution for special education.
Expanding abroad with more languages and modernizing our library with AI-driven adaptive learning.
Discover the inspiring story of how one woman’s vision evolved into a leading force in special education technology. Barbara Fernandes, with a dream and a relentless drive, transformed Smarty Ears from a fledgling startup into a global innovator, offering more than 70 specialized educational solutions.
Laid the foundation of our company, establishing our core values, assembling a dedicated team. 
Introduced groundbreaking products and services that addressed our clients' evolving needs.
Expanded our horizons by collaborating with industry leaders & strategic partnerships enriched. 
Celebrated the fruits of our labor and the dedication of our team. With exceptional results got recognised. 
Introduced groundbreaking products and services that addressed our clients' evolving needs. It takes a village. Behind every solution is a dedicated team of professionals working to bridge the educational gap for children with special needs.
From app authors to developers and voice professionals—meet the individuals behind Smarty Ears. We’ve partnered with over 26 other educators to create an impressive collection of tools.
We create high-quality, research-based technology that guides learning approaches with real-time child performance data. Innovation is fueled by clinical evidence.
Since our founding in 2009, Smarty Ears has been at the forefront of educational technology, reaching milestones that reflect our commitment to excellence. Our journey is marked by over 15 years of innovation, a library of 73+ solutions, and the trust of over 50,000 happy users worldwide.
We remain dedicated to changing the status quo, enhancing collaboration, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive through engaging, data-driven technology.