Search over 87,000 Information Industry Mergers & Acquisitions:
Fuel Education, acquired Big Universe
Like Big Universe
Education

Consumer

Media & Marketing

Software

Online & Mobile

Private Equity

Online & Mobile
E-Content

SaaS & Cloud

Software
Niche Software

Consumer
Miscellaneous

Media & Marketing
Internet Media

Education
K-12 Media and Tech

Search Breadth
Narrower
Broader
By Big Universe
Education

Online & Mobile

Online & Mobile
E-Content

Education
K-12 Media and Tech

By Fuel Education
Education

Online & Mobile

Online & Mobile
E-Content

Education
K-12 Media and Tech

Fuel Education Competitor`s Deals
Education

Finance

Healthcare

Consumer

Human Capital

Media & Marketing

Software

Online & Mobile

Managed Services & IT Consulting

Private Equity

Online & Mobile
E-Commerce

E-Content

Software
Business Software

Media & Marketing
Exhibitions, Conferences, Events

Internet Media

Education
K-12 Media and Tech

Search Breadth
Narrower
Broader
note: a single transaction may fall into multiple segments
view all transactions
All Segments
07/25/07 to 08/17/22
(32 results)
Transactions
Tombstones
Trends
Highlights
Overview
Geography
Company
Like Big Universe
- buyer to watch list
- seller to watch list
closed 10/18/2017 via Company Press Release
Fuel Education, acquired Big Universe
synopsis: Fuel Education® (FuelEd®) announced that it has expanded its suite of digital learning solutions for schools and districts with the addition of Big Universe®, a literacy solutions provider of more than 11,000 leveled eBooks for students in grades K–12.
buyer parent:
K12, Inc.
buyer: Fuel Education
buyer: Fuel Education
Fuel Education partners with school districts to fuel personalized learning and transform the education experience inside and outside the classroom. The company provides innovative solutions for pre-K-12 that empower districts to implement successful online and blended learning programs. "
target:
Big Universe
Founded in 2007, Big Universe offers a library of 11,000 digital books from 40 publishers that can be read at different levels, along with related assessment and reporting features. It claims to be used by more than 700,000 students across over 900 schools.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 8/17/2022 via BNC Analysis
Discovery Education, acquired DoodleLearning
synopsis: Discovery Education, backed by Clearlake Capital Group, acquired U.K.-based DoodleLearning in a deal that will add to Discovery Education’s ed-tech offerings. DoodleLearning, created by two former math educators, provides four app-based products in math and language arts that are designed to support instruction for grades pre-K-9.
buyer parent:
Clearlake Capital Group, L.P.
buyer: Discovery Education
buyer: Discovery Education
Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. Discovery Education helps educators deliver equitable learning experiences engaging all students and supporting higher academic achievement on a global scale. "
target:
DoodleLearning
DoodleLearning, created by two former math educators, provides four app-based products in math and language arts that are designed to support instruction for grades pre-K-9. Its users are largely based in the U.K.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 3/18/2022 via Company Press Release
ILT Education, acquired Giglets Education
synopsis: Giglets Education, the online literacy software company, has been acquired by ILT Education, a leading EdTech player headquartered in Sweden. Giglets Education is an online literacy software company based in Scotland. Giglets enables schools and teachers to improve literacy results and raise learning standards in the classroom and at home.
buyer parent:
Trill Impact AB
buyer: ILT Education
buyer: ILT Education
ILT Education believes that every child has the right to equal education. Their digital multilingual picture book service, Polylino, bridges the gap for language development in classrooms and child care centers. ILT Education has a presence in nine countries. "
target:
Giglets Education
Giglets Education is an online literacy software company based in Scotland. Giglets enables schools and teachers to improve literacy results and raise learning standards in the classroom and at home, with more than 120,000 pupils and 40,000 teachers using their multi-award-winning literacy platform.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$1
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.0x
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 7/19/2021 via Company Press Release
DreamBox Learning, will acquire Reading Plus
synopsis: DreamBox Learning, the leading education technology provider that in 2006 pioneered intelligent adaptive learning, announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Reading Plus, an evidence-based online reading program for grades 3-12 designed to help students boost their literacy skills and reading confidence.
buyer:
DreamBox Learning
DreamBox Learning, founded in 2006 in Bellevue, Washington, is the only K-8 digital math program powered by students, built by and for educators. DreamBox dynamically adapts and differentiates in real time based not only on students’ answers, but also on how they solve problems. "
target:
Reading Plus
Reading Plus is an evidence-based, online program that provides personalized instruction and intervention for students, improving reading proficiency by 2.5 grade levels in a single school year. The adaptive literacy program develops fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 7/8/2021 via BNC Analysis
Texthelp Systems Ltd., acquired Wizkids.dk
synopsis: Texthelp Ltd, the global leader in literacy and accessibility technology, has completed the acquisition of Wizkids. Wizkids is an edtech company, specialising in accessibility tools and data synchronisation. Texthelp and Wizkids will offer a wider range of assistive technology and edtech management tools to their customers in the UK and Europe.
buyer:
Texthelp Systems Ltd.
Founded in 1996, Texthelp has established itself as the global pioneer and leader in cloud-based assistive technology and learning analytics for the education and corporate sectors. The company has supported 30 million students and employees worldwide with reading, writing, and more. "
target:
Wizkids.dk
Wizkids is a successful Northern European EdTech company founded in 2005 aiming to help students unleash their full potential and level the playing field for all students. Wizkids offers AppWriter, EduLife, TxtAnalyser and MathSolver to more than 1 million users.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 8/1/2013 via Capital IQ
Rosetta Stone Inc., acquired Lexia Learning Systems, Inc.
synopsis: Rosetta Stone Inc. has acquired leading education-technology company Lexia Learning Systems, Inc., whose innovative English reading products are used in over 14,000 schools and by more than one million students online.
buyer:
Rosetta Stone Inc.
(RST:$188.52)
Rosetta Stone Inc. provides cutting-edge interactive technology that is changing the way the world learns languages. The company’s proprietary learning techniques are used by schools, businesses, government organizations and millions of individuals around the world. "
target:
Lexia Learning Systems, Inc.
Lexia Learn Systems provides explicit, systematic, personalized learning on foundational reading skills, and delivers norm-referenced performance data without interrupting the flow of instruction to administer a test.
price ($mm)
$19
rev ($mm)
$15
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.5x
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 9/14/2020 via BusinessWire
Carnegie Learning, Inc., acquired Scientific Learning Corporation
synopsis: Scientific Learning Corporation, the leader in evidence-based online reading and language software, announced that it has been acquired by an affiliate of Carnegie Learning, Inc., a leader in artificial intelligence for education and formative assessment.
buyer parent:
CIP Capital
buyer: Carnegie Learning, Inc.
buyer: Carnegie Learning, Inc.
Carnegie Learning, Inc. is a provider of curricula, textbooks and math learning software for grades 6-12, written and designed to align to a common core or integrated pathway. "
target:
Scientific Learning Corporation
(OTCPK:SCIL:$17.73)
Scientific Learning is a leading SaaS education company that delivers neuroscience-based educational technologies. The company's Fast ForWord® programs cross-train foundational language and cognitive skills necessary for rapid English language development.
price ($mm)
$15
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 2/26/2018 via PR Newswire
Agile Group, acquired LightSail Education
synopsis: LightSail Education announced that it has been acquired by Agile Group, a technology firm focused on education platforms. LightSail's adaptive platform provides each student with a customized and dynamic library tailored to their individual reading level while providing educators with insightful data to guide their students to success.
buyer:
Agile Group
Agile Group is a technology firm focused on education platforms. Agile Group invests in high quality Antares content for students and schools. "
target:
LightSail Education
LightSail is the adaptive reading platform that helps students and school districts exceed their literacy goals. LightSail students get access to personalized libraries filled with thousands of engaging, just-right texts to choose from. LightSail teachers get data about student reading behavior.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 7/19/2021 via Company Press Release
DreamBox Learning, will acquire Squiggle Park
synopsis: DreamBox Learning, the leading education technology provider that in 2006 pioneered intelligent adaptive learning, will acquire Squiggle Park, a K-2 reading solution designed to help students gain proficiency in early literacy. Squiggle Park is a Halifax-based adaptive web-based learning app that was launched in 2017.
buyer:
DreamBox Learning
DreamBox Learning, founded in 2006 in Bellevue, Washington, is the only K-8 digital math program powered by students, built by and for educators. DreamBox dynamically adapts and differentiates in real time based not only on students’ answers, but also on how they solve problems. "
target:
Squiggle Park
Squiggle Park, a Halifax-based adaptive web-based learning app, was launched by Eyeread Inc. in 2017 with the goal of helping young children develop reading skills through a literacy platform consisting of small games designed by teachers, researchers, and gamers
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 8/13/2020 via BNC Analysis
IXL Learning, will acquire 3P Learning Pty Ltd.
synopsis: IXL Learning, the K-12 personalized learning platform used by 10 million students worldwide, will acquire 3P Learning, a global leader in online education. 3P Learning's software blends the best pedagogy with the best technology to deliver great learning experiences. Their suite of learning resources covers mathematics, spelling and literacy.
buyer:
IXL Learning
IXL is an integrated learning platform that effectively supports personalized learning in math, English language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish. With over 60 billion questions asked and answered around the world, IXL helps schools successfully use technology to improve education. "
target:
3P Learning Pty Ltd.
(TPN:$39.72)
3P Learning is a global leader in online education. 3P Learning's software blends the best pedagogy with the best technology to deliver great teaching and learning experiences. Their suite of learning resources covers mathematics, spelling and literacy. They serve 250,000 teachers in 132 countries.
price ($mm)[EV]
$135 [$119]
rev ($mm)
$39
EBITDA ($mm)
$4
EV / rev
3.0x
EV / EBITDA
30.7x
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 11/29/2019 via BNC Analysis
Sandbox & Co., acquired Hopster TV
synopsis: Sandbox and Co., UK's millennial learning company with a portfolio of digital products and services which help children learn while they play, has acquired Hopster, a company whose content helps develop kids’ literacy, numeracy and encourage exploring the world around them.
buyer:
Sandbox & Co.
Sandbox and Co. is UK's millennial learning company with a portfolio of digital products and services which help children learn while they play. Their brands focus on globally relevant core subjects, encourage children to build on curiosity and help them develop 21st century skills. "
target:
Hopster TV
By offering only developmental shows and then using them to power a carefully developed early years curriculum, UK's Hopster delivers a service parents can feel good about giving to their kids. Their content helps develop kids’ literacy, numeracy and encourage exploring the world around them.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 9/19/2018 via BNC Analysis
Higher Ground Education, acquired Montessorium
synopsis: Higher Ground Education, an international company focused on modernizing the Montessori education method, has acquired Montessorium, a developer of educational applications for iPhone, iPad, and other mobile devices. Montessorium's apps utilizes the Montessori method to teach skills related to reading, writing, arithmetic, and geography.
buyer:
Higher Ground Education
Higher Ground Education is an international company focused on modernizing the Montessori education method. Higher Ground owns and operates schools around the world and seeks to develop a platform that sources, secures, and develops back-end support to all Montessori-inspired schools and educators. "
target:
Montessorium
Montessorium develops educational applications for iPhone, iPad, and other mobile devices. Their apps employ educational principals developed by the Italian educator Maria Montessori to teach skills related to reading, writing, arithmetic, and geography, among others.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 4/7/2014 via BusinessWire
Weld North LLC, acquired Imagine Learning, Inc.
synopsis: Weld North announced that it has acquired Imagine Learning. Imagine Learning designs and develops language and literacy software for struggling readers, early childhood students, and the rapidly growing English language learner (ELL) student population. Imagine joins Edgenuity and Generation Ready on the Weld North education platform.
buyer:
Weld North LLC
target: Imagine Learning, Inc.
Weld North is an investment company concentrating on education, health and wellness, consumer services and marketing businesses. In partnership with KKR, a leading global investment firm, it seeks to make control investments in businesses with high potential for long-term growth in cash flow. "
target parent:
Sorenson Capital
target: Imagine Learning, Inc.
Imagine Learning delivers award-winning language and literacy solutions to elementary students throughout the U.S. and around the world. Imagine Learning creates educational software that uses engaging, one-on-one instruction to meet students’ individual learning needs.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 9/15/2021 via PR Web
MetaMetrics, Inc., acquired Elemeno
synopsis: MetaMetrics, developer of the widely adopted Lexile® and Quantile® Frameworks, announced the acquisition of Elemeno®, an edtech company focused on bridging the research-to-practice gap in early literacy by packaging scientific knowledge into useful tools for practitioners.
buyer parent:
Apax Partners
buyer: MetaMetrics, Inc.
buyer: MetaMetrics, Inc.
MetaMetrics® is an award-winning education technology organization that offers the only scientifically valid, universal scales for measuring reading and listening (Lexile®) as well as math (Quantile®). "
target:
Elemeno
Elemeno is an edtech company focused on bridging the research-to-practice gap in early literacy by packaging scientific knowledge into useful tools for practitioners.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 3/24/2021 via Company Press Release
Renaissance Learning, Inc., acquired Lalilo
synopsis: Renaissance, a global leader in technology-enhanced literacy, has acquired France-based Lalilo, a ground-breaking research-based foundational literacy program. Lalilo leads students through a standards-aligned series of engaging lessons to perfect pre-reading and reading skills, including phonological awareness, phonics, word work, and grammar.
buyer parent:
Francisco Partners Management LLC
buyer: Renaissance Learning, Inc.
buyer: Renaissance Learning, Inc.
Renaissance is a global leader in assessment, reading, and math solutions for pre-K–12 schools and districts. Resistance provides educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. "
target:
Lalilo
Based in France, Lalilo’s mission is to end illiteracy, the number one education problem that affects young students. The company's revolutionary, adaptive program helps every child learn how to read at their own pace and empowers teachers to personalize learning in any instructional environment.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 8/31/2021 via PR Newswire
McGraw-Hill, will acquire Achieve3000
synopsis: McGraw Hill will acquire Achieve3000, a recognized leader in differentiated instruction and learning acceleration for PreK-12 students in all 50 states and 49 countries. The acquisition will further complement McGraw Hill's core products in PreK-12 with supplemental and intervention solutions to help students of all ages and abilities.
buyer parent:
Platinum Equity, LLC
buyer: McGraw-Hill
buyer: McGraw-Hill
McGraw Hill is a learning science company that delivers personalized learning experiences that drive results for students, parents, educators and professionals. They focus on educational equity, affordability and learning success to help learners build better lives. "
target:
Achieve3000
Achieve3000 delivers a comprehensive learning platform that accelerates and deepens learning in literacy, math, science, social studies, and English Language Arts. Teachers in every subject rely on Achieve3000's solutions to promote equity, increase engagement, and accelerate learning.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 4/8/2019 via Company Press Release
Nearpod, acquired Flocabulary
synopsis: Nearpod, an all-in-one solution for the synchronized use of iPads in the classroom, has acquired Flocabulary, a learning program for all grades. Flocabulary uses educational hip-hop music to engage students and increase achievement across the curriculum. Their standards-based videos and instructional activities help develop core literacy skills.
buyer:
Nearpod
Nearpod is an all-in-one solution for the synchronized use of iPads in the classroom. Nearpod makes lectures more engaging through interactive multimedia presentations. With Nearpod, teachers can create mobile presentations, engage students in class, and assess them in real time. "
target:
Flocabulary
Flocabulary is a learning program for all grades. Flocabulary uses educational hip-hop music to engage students and increase achievement across the curriculum. Teachers use Flocabulary’s standards-based videos and instructional activities to supplement instruction and develop core literacy skills.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 10/3/2018 via BNC Analysis
Achieve3000, acquired ActivelyLearn
synopsis: Achieve3000, a provider of online reading and literacy tools, announced it has acquired Seattle-based Actively Learn, which also provides a suite of online reading materials and instructional supports aimed at helping students build literacy and critical-thinking skills.
buyer:
Achieve3000
Achieve3000 offers online literacy tools for a range of students, from English language learners in schools to working adults. The company offers reading materials that are rewritten at 12 different levels in English, so that students can engage in the same content regardless of their reading skill."
target:
ActivelyLearn
Seattle-based Actively Learn provides online reading materials and instructional supports aimed at helping students build literacy and critical-thinking skills. Actively Learn’s library includes 30,000 digital texts on subjects covering topics across English language arts, science and more.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 12/30/2021 via Company Press Release
Albert, will acquire Jaramba
synopsis: eEducation Albert ("Albert"), a leading Swedish EdTech player, will acquire Ampd AB. Based in Stockholm, Sweden, Ampd is the developer of Jaramba, a popular educational children's mobile app. Jaramba focuses primarily on the age group 2-5 years and offers content based, among other things, on IP rights to well-known children’s characters.
buyer:
Albert
(OM:ALBERT:$7.46)
Based in Sweden, Albert is the children's digital teacher that has helped over 275,000 families with homework via mobile devices. Albert's apps are aimed at younger (3-9 years) and older children (10-16 years) and include subjects such as Mathematics, Geography, Code and Reading & Writing. "
target:
Jaramba
Based in Sweden, Ampd AB is the developer of Jaramba, an educational mobile app focused on reading, math, and play for children between the age of 2-5 years. Jaramba is built for children to be able to control the pace, follow their own interest, and have fun.
price ($mm)
$1.10
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 12/23/2013 via PR Newswire
Learning A-Z, acquired Headsprout
synopsis: Skyview Capital announced that it has completed the sale of Headsprout to Learning A-Z. Mimio acquired Headsprout in 2011, which has patented and award-winning adaptive software. Headsprout is a leader in the development and implementation of online instruction that adjusts automatically to each student's needs.
buyer parent:
Cambium Learning Group, Inc.
buyer: Learning A-Z
target: Headsprout
buyer: Learning A-Z
Learning A-Z is a preK-6 educational resource company specializing in online delivery of leveled readers and supplementary curriculum. Serving a wide range of student needs, including ELL/ESL, intervention, special education, and daily instruction. "
target parent:
Skyview Capital LLC
target: Headsprout
Headsprout is a leader in the development and implementation of online instruction that adjusts automatically to each student's needs. Its scientific, research-based, adaptive software is used in thousands of classrooms, learning labs and homes in the U.S. and all over the world.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
Pages:
- buyer to watch list
- seller to watch list
closed 10/18/2017 via Company Press Release
Fuel Education, acquired Big Universe
synopsis: Fuel Education® (FuelEd®) announced that it has expanded its suite of digital learning solutions for schools and districts with the addition of Big Universe®, a literacy solutions provider of more than 11,000 leveled eBooks for students in grades K–12.
buyer parent:
K12, Inc.
buyer: Fuel Education
buyer: Fuel Education
Fuel Education partners with school districts to fuel personalized learning and transform the education experience inside and outside the classroom. The company provides innovative solutions for pre-K-12 that empower districts to implement successful online and blended learning programs. "
target:
Big Universe
Founded in 2007, Big Universe offers a library of 11,000 digital books from 40 publishers that can be read at different levels, along with related assessment and reporting features. It claims to be used by more than 700,000 students across over 900 schools.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
- buyer to watch list
- seller to watch list
closed 10/18/2017 via Company Press Release
Fuel Education, acquired Big Universe
synopsis: Fuel Education® (FuelEd®) announced that it has expanded its suite of digital learning solutions for schools and districts with the addition of Big Universe®, a literacy solutions provider of more than 11,000 leveled eBooks for students in grades K–12.
buyer parent:
K12, Inc.
buyer: Fuel Education
buyer: Fuel Education
Fuel Education partners with school districts to fuel personalized learning and transform the education experience inside and outside the classroom. The company provides innovative solutions for pre-K-12 that empower districts to implement successful online and blended learning programs. "
target:
Big Universe
Founded in 2007, Big Universe offers a library of 11,000 digital books from 40 publishers that can be read at different levels, along with related assessment and reporting features. It claims to be used by more than 700,000 students across over 900 schools.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
- buyer to watch list
- seller to watch list
closed 3/20/2019 via PE Hub
Weld North Holdings, acquired Glynlyon, Inc.
synopsis: Weld North Education, which is backed by Silver Lake, has acquired Rock Rapids, Iowa-based Glynlyon Inc, a digital curriculum company. Glynlyon's academic products are sold under a portfolio of brands, including Odysseyware and Alpha Omega Publications, to public and private school districts as well as individuals.
buyer parent:
SilverLake
buyer: Weld North Holdings
target: Glynlyon, Inc.
buyer: Weld North Holdings
Weld North Education is a leading digital education technology company focused on developing digital curriculum and tools for pre-K–12 students. The company is built around two underlying businesses, Edgenuity and Imagine Learning. "
target parent:
Linsalata Capital Partners
target: Glynlyon, Inc.
Glynlyon is headquartered in Chandler, Ariz. Its academic products are sold under a portfolio of brands, including Odysseyware and Alpha Omega Publications, to public and private school districts as well as individuals.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 1/20/2016 via BNC Analysis
Linsalata Capital Partners, acquired Glynlyon, Inc.
synopsis: Private equity firm Linsalata Capital Partners of Mayfield Heights said it has acquired a majority interest in Glynlyon Inc., a provider of technology-enabled secular and faith-based education curriculum for pre-K to 12th-grade students.
buyer:
Linsalata Capital Partners
Linsalata Capital Partners, located in the Cleveland, Ohio suburb of Mayfield Heights, was founded in 1984 and has combined its strong financial capabilities with extensive operational experience to accelerate the growth of middle market companies. "
target:
Glynlyon, Inc.
Glynlyon is headquartered in Chandler, Ariz. Its academic products are sold under a portfolio of brands, including Odysseyware and Alpha Omega Publications, to public and private school districts as well as individuals.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 5/29/2015 via BusinessWire
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, acquired Scholastic Educational Technology and Services
synopsis: Global learning company Houghton Mifflin Harcourt announced that it has completed its previously-announced acquisition of the Educational Technology and Services business of Scholastic Corporation. The EdTech segment of Scholastic provides digital intervention curriculum, products and services to schools and districts throughout the United States.
buyer:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
(HMHC:$1,050.80)
target: Scholastic Educational Technology and Services
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) is a leading provider of pre-K–12 education content, services, and cutting-edge technology solutions across a variety of media, HMH enables learning in a changing landscape. "
target parent:
Scholastic Inc.
target: Scholastic Educational Technology and Services
The EdTech segment of Scholastic provides digital intervention curriculum, products and services to schools and districts throughout the United States as well as related implementation and assessment services and school consulting services.
price ($mm)
$575
rev ($mm)
$249
EBITDA ($mm)
$68
EV / rev
2.3x
EV / EBITDA
8.5x
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 6/23/2021 via Company Press Release
Edmentum, will acquire Apex Learning, Inc.
synopsis: Edmentum, a global pioneer in education technology, announced a definitive agreement to acquire Apex Learning, a Seattle-based industry leader in digital curriculum and virtual learning with over 20 years of deep expertise providing high-quality, rigorous, and teacher-centered programs.
buyer parent:
The Vistria Group
buyer: Edmentum
target: Apex Learning, Inc.
buyer: Edmentum
Edmentum is a leading provider of online learning programs designed to drive student achievement for academic and career success. Their virtual learning solution, EdOptions Academy, is a fully accredited K-12 online school. "
target parent:
Education Growth Partners
target: Apex Learning, Inc.
Schools and districts nationwide implement Apex Learning digital curriculum to personalize the learning experience and support success for all students—from those who are struggling to those capable of accelerating.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 1/28/2021 via PR Newswire
Verge Learning Inc., acquired XceptionalED
synopsis: Verge Learning Inc., a marketplace of special education tools and resources worldwide, has acquired XceptionalED, a professional development platform of online courses and conferences supporting disability-focused professionals, educators, advocates, and parents. XceptionalED will be integrated into Verge Learning's teletherapy platform.
buyer:
Verge Learning Inc.
Verge Learning is a comprehensive marketplace of special education-focused technology and resources, including teletherapy, professional development, and student content management for therapists, clinics, and school districts. "
target:
XceptionalED
XceptionalED is a professional development platform of online courses, conferences, and podcasts supporting disability-focused professionals, educators, advocates, and parents. XceptionalED offers high-quality, impactful, cost-effective online courses built on evidence-based foundations.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 9/29/2020 via GlobeNewswire
Arco Platform Limited, acquired Studos Software Ltda.
synopsis: Sao Paulo-based Arco has acquired Studos Software Ltda., a Brazilian technology provider for personalized student assessment, data-based academic performance diagnostics, and AI-powered adaptive learning and test prep. The acquisition is part of Arco's strategy to acquire technology companies that increase the value of its learning systems.
buyer:
Arco Platform Limited
(ARCE:$168.64)
Brazil-based Arco aims to transform the way students learn. The company's data-driven learning, interactive content, and scalable curriculum allows students to personalize their learning experience with high-quality solutions while enabling schools to provide a broader approach to education. "
target:
Studos Software Ltda.
Studios is a Brazilian technology provider for personalized student assessment, data-based academic performance diagnostics, and AI-powered adaptive learning and test prep. Studios supplies K-12 schools with content and tools that enable teachers to create and grade online and offline assessments.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 7/27/2020 via BusinessWire
Edgenuity, Inc., acquired Purpose Prep
synopsis: Weld North Education announced it has acquired Purpose Prep, a leading technology-based online course provider focused on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). Purpose Prep will become part of Edgenuity, a leading provider of online curriculum and instructional services for the K-12 market.
buyer parent:
SilverLake
buyer: Edgenuity, Inc.
buyer: Edgenuity, Inc.
Edgenuity is a leading provider of online curriculum and instructional services for the K-12 market. Nationwide, Edgenuity is in use by more than 20,000 schools, including 20 of the 25 largest school districts, to meet academic goals and improve student outcomes. "
target:
Purpose Prep
Purpose Prep is a leading technology-based online course provider focused on Social and Emotional Learning. The Purpose Prep curriculum focuses on personal, character, and leadership development as well as the development of healthy social and emotional skills and readiness for life beyond school.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 4/21/2020 via BusinessWire
Boxlight, acquired Robo
synopsis: Boxlight Corporation, a provider of interactive technology solutions for the global education market, has acquired Robo 3D, a leading 3D printer brand, and MyStemKits, the largest online collection of K-12 STEM curriculum for 3D printing. The acquisition supports Boxlight's expansion of solutions for K-12 classrooms and its focus on STEM education.
buyer:
Boxlight
(BOXL:$39.70)
Boxlight is a leading provider of technology solutions for the global education market. The company develops, sells, and services its integrated, interactive solution suite of software, classroom technologies, professional development, and support services. "
target:
Robo
(ASX:RBO:$4.43)
Robo is a leading brand of 3D printers, empowering 3D creation with its growing line of products in hardware, materials, and content. MyStemKits develops K-12 curriculum for standards-driven instruction and 3D-printable manipulatives to create an end-to-end STEM solution.
price ($mm)
$0.60
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 1/8/2020 via BusinessWire
Edgenuity, Inc., acquired LearnZillion
synopsis: Weld North Education has acquired LearnZillion, a leading provider of K-12 high-quality digital-first core curriculum. LearnZillion will become part of Edgenuity, a leading provider of online curriculum and instructional services for the K-12 market.
buyer parent:
SilverLake
buyer: Edgenuity, Inc.
buyer: Edgenuity, Inc.
Edgenuity is a leading provider of online curriculum and instructional services for the K-12 market. Nationwide, Edgenuity is in use by more than 20,000 schools, including 20 of the 25 largest school districts, to meet academic goals and improve student outcomes. "
target:
LearnZillion
LearnZillion curates and publishes the highest-quality core instructional materials, supported by exceptional professional development. LearnZillion is committed to helping educators plan and deliver powerful, lasting learning experiences.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 12/10/2018 via Company Press Release
Carlyle Group, acquired Accelerate learning
synopsis: The Carlyle Group, a global alternative asset manager, has acquired a majority stake in Accelerate Learning, a global provider of PreK-12 science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education products and services. Accelerate Learning's STEMscopes product is a digital science solution for PreK through 12th grade students.
buyer:
Carlyle Group
(CG:$5,531.80)
The Carlyle Group is a global alternative asset manager with $210 billion of assets under management across 335 investment vehicles. Carlyle’s purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, many of whom are public pensions. "
target:
Accelerate learning
Accelerate Learning is a global provider of PreK-12 science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education products and services. Their STEMscopes product is a digital science solution for PreK through 12th grade students offering three core curriculum programs.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 6/14/2018 via Company Press Release
Robo, acquired MyStemKits
synopsis: Robo, a company focused on 3D printing, has acquired the leading USA education software and content business, MyStemKits. MyStemKits is the owner of the world’s largest online library of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math curriculums with 3D printable kits for K-12 schools.
buyer:
Robo
(ASX:RBO:$4.43)
Robo is a company focused on the design and distribution of 3D printers and associated products for the desktop segment of the 3D printing industry. They plan to make next generation 3D technologies that inspire passion and empower people to achieve educational, professional, and personal goals. "
target:
MyStemKits
MyStemKits (MSK) is a leading USA “EdTech” business that develops and markets the world’s largest library of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (“STEM”) curriculums incorporating 3D printed project kits for K-12 schools, all aligned to USA national science and mathematics standards.
price ($mm)
$1.89
rev ($mm)
$2
EBITDA ($mm)
$1
EV / rev
0.9x
EV / EBITDA
2.4x
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 5/3/2017 via PE Hub
Education Growth Partners, acquired Apex Learning, Inc.
synopsis: Education Growth Partners, a private equity firm dedicated to providing growth capital to proven, high potential education companies, announced it has acquired Apex Learning. Founded in 1997, Apex Learning partners with schools and districts nationwide to personalize the learning experience for every student.
buyer:
Education Growth Partners
Education Growth Partners is a private equity firm dedicated to providing growth capital to proven, high potential education companies that offer compelling solutions to unmet needs in education. "
target:
Apex Learning, Inc.
Schools and districts nationwide implement Apex Learning digital curriculum to personalize the learning experience and support success for all students—from those who are struggling to those capable of accelerating.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 6/13/2014 via PR Newswire
Pansophic Learning, purchased Select Businesses from K12, Inc.
synopsis: Pansophic Learning has acquired from K12 Inc. several assets including an international brick and mortar private school, a higher education platform business and the K12 business in the Middle East. Additionally, Pansophic Learning acquired licenses to curriculum and technology.
buyer parent:
Safanad Limited
buyer: Pansophic Learning
buyer: Pansophic Learning
Pansophic Learning is an education company that strives to provide students and educators exceptional learning solutions that enable them to maximize their success academically and in life, regardless of geographic, financial, or demographic circumstance. "
seller:
K12, Inc.
(LRN:$1,154.60)
The assets acquired from K12
post-secondary business; K12's interest in an existing Middle East joint venture currently operating with a Safanad Limited affiliate; and a private international brick and mortar school.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$21
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.0x
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 11/7/2013 via PR Newswire
Discovery Communications, Inc., acquired Espresso Group, Ltd.
synopsis: Discovery Communications announced it has acquired Espresso Group Limited, the leading provider of primary school digital education content in the U.K. The purchase of Espresso Education represents Discovery Communications' first international education-focused acquisition.
buyer:
Discovery Communications, Inc.
(DISC.A:$12,191.00)
Discovery Communications is the world's number 1 nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.8 billion cumulative subscribers in 218 countries and territories. Discovery is dedicated to satisfying curiosity through 155 worldwide television networks. "
target:
Espresso Group, Ltd.
Espresso Education is the leading digital curriculum service in the UK. Espresso is a comprehensive library of high quality, video-rich teaching resources that support teachers, motivate pupils and raise standards in the classroom.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 10/25/2013 via Market Wire
Amazon.com, Inc., acquired TenMarks Education
synopsis: Catamount Ventures and Birchmere Ventures announced that they have completed the sale of TenMarks, a company that is helping teachers and parents deliver innovative mathematics curriculum to students across the country, to Amazon.com, Inc.
buyer:
Amazon.com, Inc.
(AMZN:$469,822.00)
Amazon.com, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company based in Seattle. Amazon.com, Inc. seeks to be Earth’s most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online, and endeavors to offer its customers the lowest possible prices. "
target:
TenMarks Education
TenMarks's web-based math programs have been used by students across tens of thousands of schools and thousands of districts. Each day, students across the country use TenMarks to improve their math skills and confidence.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 10/7/2013 via PR Newswire
VSCHOOLZ merged with Calvert Education Services,
synopsis: Calvert Education Services, a portfolio company of Camden Partners, announced that they have merged with VSCHOOLZ, Inc., an educational technology company that provides e-learning solutions and award-winning curriculum for schools.
buyer parent:
Camden Partners Holdings, LLC
buyer: Calvert Education Services
buyer: Calvert Education Services
Calvert School Services provides a time-tested and complete home school curriculum with two goals in mind: To inspire the best in your child and to make you the best home teacher and Learning Guide possible. "
target:
VSCHOOLZ
VSCHOOLZ is an educational technology company that provides e-learning solutions and award-winning curriculum for schools or districts that want to support a blended digital learning environment in traditional schools, or that want to launch their own virtual programs.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 5/19/2011 via PR Newswire
Sophia Learning, LLC, acquired Guaranteach
synopsis: Sophia, a first-of-its-kind online social teaching and learning platform that offers academic content to anyone, anywhere free of charge, announced that it has acquired Guaranteach, a Web-based service that provides tens of thousands of short-form tutorials along with assessment tools to students, teachers, colleges and schools.
buyer:
Sophia Learning, LLC
Sophia is a first-of-its-kind social teaching and learning application that makes free, credible academic content available to anyone at anytime by harnessing the power of the Internet to enable everyone to participate in a worldwide learning community. "
target:
Guaranteach
Founded in 2008, Guaranteach uses Web-based streaming videos to deliver customized math instruction. The company designs and builds innovative software, to change the way that computers are used in education, combining experience in teaching, parenting, entrepreneurship and technology.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 12/7/2021 via GlobeNewswire
Onex Corporation, will acquire TES Global
synopsis: Toronto-based Onex Corporation will acquire Tes Global, a leading education technology services provider, from Providence Equity Partners L.L.C. Headquartered in London, England, Tes is an international provider of comprehensive software solutions for the education sector.
buyer:
Onex Corporation
(TSX:ONEX:$2,374.00)
target: TES Global
Toronto-based Onex invests and manages capital on behalf of its shareholders, institutional investors, and high net worth clients from around the world. Onex has approximately $47 billion of assets under management, of which approximately $7.9 billion is its own investing capital. "
target parent:
Providence Equity Partners Inc.
target: TES Global
Based in the UK, Tes Global is an international provider of software services to make life easier for schools and teachers. All products and services are built with teachers and schools needs at the core, ensuring they are innovative, trusted education solutions.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 12/19/2018 via Company Press Release
Providence Equity Partners Inc., will acquire TES Global
synopsis: Providence Equity Partners has announced an agreement to acquire Tes Global Group Ltd (“Tes”) from TPG. Tes supports and connects teachers and schools worldwide, helping them improve children’s lives through education. They host a digital community of 11.6m educators, who create and share-teaching resources downloaded up to a million times a day.
buyer:
Providence Equity Partners Inc.
target: TES Global
Providence Equity Partners is a premier global asset management firm with $30 billion in assets under management across complementary private equity and credit businesses. Providence has invested in more than 180 companies and has become a leading equity investment firm. "
target parent:
TPG Capital
target: TES Global
TES Global is a digital education company. They are home to the world’s largest online community of teachers. They host a global marketplace where educators share and sell original teaching materials; Blendspace, a lesson-building product; and Wikispaces, an open classroom management platform.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 11/8/2013 via BNC Analysis
Intel Corporation, acquired Kno Inc
synopsis: Intel Corporation unveiled that an education- software setup called Kno, is acquired by the company that specializes in interactive textbooks for mobile devices. They have partnered with over 80 leading publishers to offer more than 200,000 interactive titles that make learning more engaging, efficient, and social for students.
buyer:
Intel Corporation
(INTC:$79,024.00)
Intel Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells integrated digital technology platforms worldwide. The company operates through PC Client Group, Data Center Group, Other Intel Architecture, Software and Services, and All Other segments. "
target:
Kno Inc
Kno, Inc. is an education software company on a mission to "Change The Way Students Learn." They have partnered with over 80 leading publishers to offer more than 200,000 interactive titles that make learning more engaging, efficient, and social for students.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
Pages:
Like Big Universe
read more
Pages:
read more
read more
read more
Pages:
Geography
Matching Companies
Ticker: RCL.ASX
ReadCloud
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$5.67
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.87)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.74)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
24
drill down
watch
Ticker: LRN
K12, Inc.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$1,154.60
EBITDA ($mm)
$93.43
EBIT ($mm)
$65.11
Net Income ($mm)
$46.90
Employees
4950
drill down
watch
Ticker: TSE:6049
ItoKuro Inc.
year
2014
rev ($mm)
$26.36
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
$5.90
Net Income ($mm)
$3.82
Employees
89
drill down
watch
Ticker: CEDU
ChinaEdu
year
2013
rev ($mm)
$85.91
EBITDA ($mm)
$25.24
EBIT ($mm)
$20.53
Net Income ($mm)
$8.57
Employees
2116
drill down
watch
Ticker: OTCPK:PBYA
ProBility Media Corp.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$6.83
EBITDA ($mm)
($3.65)
EBIT ($mm)
($3.84)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
13
drill down
watch
Ticker: SCHL
Scholastic Inc.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$1,679.40
EBITDA ($mm)
$114.90
EBIT ($mm)
$75.50
Net Income ($mm)
$48.50
Employees
9000
drill down
watch
Ticker: OTCPK:SCOO
School Specialty, Inc.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$674.03
EBITDA ($mm)
$44.45
EBIT ($mm)
$32.04
Net Income ($mm)
$12.41
Employees
1156
drill down
watch
Ticker: KLSE:SASBADI
Sasbadi Holdings Berhad
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$23.20
EBITDA ($mm)
$4.40
EBIT ($mm)
$3.38
Net Income ($mm)
$1.98
Employees
drill down
watch
Ticker: NYSEAM:GNS
Genius Group Limited
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$12.78
EBITDA ($mm)
($2.43)
EBIT ($mm)
($4.00)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
254
drill down
watch