Latest Education Sector News

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.

Atturra Limited reported a robust 24% increase in both revenue and underlying EBITDA for FY25, propelled by its cloud platform, AI innovations, and defence sector contracts. The company forecasts continued momentum into FY26 with ambitious growth targets.

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.

SRG Global has landed $650 million worth of contracts spanning water, defence, energy, and more across Australia and New Zealand, reinforcing its position as a diversified infrastructure leader.

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

TechnologyOne has delivered a standout FY25 performance, beating profit guidance and accelerating its ARR growth well ahead of schedule, powered by its innovative SaaS+ model and strong UK market traction.

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.

Nido Education updates its 2025 financial outlook and growth plans, highlighting sector challenges and upcoming government childcare subsidy reforms that could reshape demand.

Skin Elements Limited reports successful completion of key product evaluations and secures $2.5 million placement to fuel growth and commercialisation in 2026.

IODM Limited has reported a record-breaking first quarter for FY26, with cash receipts soaring 76% year-on-year, driven predominantly by explosive growth in its UK Education segment. The company also made strategic advances in North America and Japan, setting the stage for broader global expansion.