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Embark Early Education Limited has launched an off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare Limited, offering shareholders a choice of scrip or cash consideration at a significant premium. The bid aims to consolidate Embark’s position in the early childhood education sector with a strategic acquisition.

IDP Education has updated its revenue recognition policy to recognise Student Placement revenue at census date across all jurisdictions, leading to restated FY25 financials and reaffirmed FY26 guidance.

Embark Early Education has successfully completed a $12 million placement to support its conditional takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare. The capital raise attracted strong backing from existing and new sophisticated investors.

Nido Education Limited has completed the acquisition of two child care services for $6 million, projecting a $1.3 million EBIT boost in 2026. Both services boast occupancy rates above 90%, reinforcing Nido’s incubation growth strategy.

AdNeo Limited’s recent acquisition, Aspire by Catapult, has won a significant $148,000 contract to develop Australia’s inaugural Advanced Diploma in Digital Innovation, marking a strategic expansion in the vocational education sector.

EDU Holdings has significantly raised its FY25 financial outlook following strong enrolments and cost efficiencies, while announcing a selective buy-back of 12.5% of its shares from major investors.

Nido Education Limited is set to acquire two high-occupancy incubator services for around $7 million, supported by a substantial $30 million extension to its acquisition facility, signaling robust growth ambitions.

Embark Early Education has revised the timeline for its conditional takeover bid of Mayfield Childcare, delaying key regulatory filings into early 2026.

Embark Early Education has announced an off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare, valuing the company at nearly $38 million and offering shareholders a premium over recent prices. The move aims to create a larger childcare group with enhanced resources and educational outcomes.

Cluey Ltd announces a strategic acquisition of tutoring provider Art of Smart, backed by a fully underwritten $4.5 million entitlement offer. The deal aims to expand Cluey’s omnichannel learning services and drive scalable growth.

Cluey Ltd announces its acquisition of Education Futures Group, owner of Art of Smart, for up to $6.5 million, supported by a $4.5 million fully underwritten entitlement offer. This move broadens Cluey’s tutoring services to include in-person learning across NSW campuses.

G8 Education has revised down its full-year earnings forecast due to ongoing occupancy challenges and increased regulatory investments, signaling continued sector pressures.