Most Americans doubt AI's abilities, yet some of the nation’s wealthiest are betting their children’s futures on unproven tech. Companies like Forge Prep and Alpha School charge tens of thousands of dollars for kids to test beta versions of AI tutors and interactive workshops.

The move is particularly popular among Silicon Valley elites who believe traditional education is broken. Shaun Johnson, a San Francisco venture capitalist, plans to enrol his son at the $75,000-a-year Alpha Kindergarten. He argues that the goal is to foster flexibility and adaptability over rote learning.

The lack of transparency about performance metrics raises concerns. There’s no evidence that these AI-led private schools are actually improving educational outcomes. Furthermore, it's troubling that Alpha School plans to avoid “hot-button” topics in their curriculum, potentially leaving out critical subjects like women’s rights and slavery history.

While some may see this as an exciting leap into the future of education, others view it with suspicion. It remains to be seen whether AI can truly replace human educators or just prepare students for a tech-dominated world.