Latest Education Sector News

Embark Early Education has removed major hurdles from its off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare, signalling stronger momentum towards acquisition.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (CQE) has reported robust first-half FY26 results, driven by strategic acquisitions and strong rental growth, prompting an upgrade to its full-year earnings and distribution guidance.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (CQE) reported a robust half-year performance with a 51.6% jump in statutory profit and upgraded its FY26 distribution guidance, underpinned by strategic acquisitions and refinancing.

Cluey Ltd has terminated its planned acquisition of Education Futures Group, the parent of Art of Smart, citing unmet conditions. The company remains focused on expanding its blended learning offerings and exploring new acquisition opportunities.

IODM Limited has reported a standout Q2 FY26 with record cash receipts driven by strong UK education sector growth and strategic board renewal.

TZ Limited reported a quarterly cash outflow of A$790,000 impacted by payment timing but maintains full-year revenue guidance amid strategic advances in smart locker and data centre security sectors.

IODM Limited has secured a significant commercial agreement with Convera to provide its Connect platform to a major UK university, expected to add $600,000 annually from April 2026.

EDU Holdings Limited anticipates FY25 financial results near the top of its guidance, driven by strong revenue and profit growth from its higher education arm, Ikon Institute.

ReadCloud Limited has secured over 50 new school contracts for 2026, driving strong growth in its VET-in-Schools and eBooks divisions despite ongoing funding challenges in its Industry Training segment.

Embark Early Education Limited has initiated an off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare Limited, offering shareholders a choice between scrip or cash consideration at a significant premium. The bid aims to consolidate operations and expand Embark’s footprint across Australia’s childcare sector.

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.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Limited has landed $90 million in new contracts spanning battery storage, education facilities, and water infrastructure, reinforcing its foothold in key growth sectors.