Latest Education Sector News

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.

Mayfield Childcare reports steady occupancy growth and improved earnings in late 2025, setting a stronger foundation for FY26 amid sector challenges and an impending takeover offer from Embark Education.

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.

PWR Holdings has appointed Sharyn Williams as its new CEO and Managing Director, marking a strategic leadership transition while the search for a new CFO is underway.