Inspired
Inspired Education Group is a privately held operator of 125+ premium international K-12 schools across 30 countries serving 95,000+ students, generating tuition revenue through IB and Cambridge programmes delivered via a global network of acquired and organic school brands.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2013
- HeadquartersJohannesburg, South Africa
- Headcount5,001–10,000
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What Inspired does
Inspired Education Group is a privately held operator of premium international K-12 schools, founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli and headquartered in London. The group operates 125+ schools across 30 countries on six continents serving more than 95,000 students, with a curriculum anchored on International Baccalaureate, Cambridge IGCSE, and A-level programmes delivered through a three-pillar model of academic excellence, sports, and performing and creative arts. The portfolio includes wholly owned subsidiaries and acquired brands across Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa, with regional operating hubs in Madrid, Milan, Johannesburg, Dubai, Sydney, Auckland, São Paulo, and Mexico City.
Revenue is generated primarily through annual tuition fees, with pricing varying by school location, programme type (day and boarding), and grade level; the group does not publicly disclose specific fee schedules but positions itself at the premium end of the market, supported by outcomes such as an average IB score of 35 (versus a global average of 30.58), 99% IB pass rate, and 30% of graduates placed at Ivy League and Russell Group universities. Technology is delivered through Inspired EdTech platforms, the King's InterHigh online school (which received OEAS accreditation from the UK Department for Education in February 2026), Global Exchanges and Global Camps programmes, and the recently launched Inspired Edge Academy, an AI-enabled primary school model with international roll-out planned for 2027. Distribution is direct-to-family via regional offices and school-based admissions teams, with no intermediary resellers. The company has been recognised by Beauhurst as one of the top 10 highest-value private companies in the UK (2023) and pursues growth through a combination of acquisitions and organic investment in premium facilities such as the US$85M+ King's Beach Lodge in The Bahamas.
Inspired firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Inspired
- Legal name
- INSPIRED EDUCATION HOLDINGS LTD.
- Website
- https://inspirededu.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2013
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 5,001–10,000 employees
- Short description
- Inspired Education Group is a privately held operator of 125+ premium international K-12 schools across 30 countries serving 95,000+ students, generating tuition revenue through IB and Cambridge programmes delivered via a global network of acquired and organic school brands.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Inspired industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Premium Private K-12 Education
- NAICS
- Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Educational Support Services (611710)
- SIC
- Services-Educational Services (8200)
- akta.pro primary industry
- International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Arts-Focused Private K–12 Schools (EDAJABAN), Virtual Test Prep & Online Supplemental Instruction (K–12) (EDAJADAI), Curriculum, Lesson Planning & Instructional Content Platforms (EDAJAMAD)
Keywords
Where Inspired is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Johannesburg
- HQ country
- South Africa
- HQ region
- Africa
Offices10 records
Markets served
Inspired business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Tuition and School Fees: Primary revenue from tuition fees for K-12 education across 125+ schools globally, including day and boarding options. Fees vary by school location and programme type, with premium pricing reflecting international curricula (IB, IGCSE, A-levels) and holistic education model combining academics, sports, and performing arts.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Premium private K-12 education with holistic curriculum |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
Inspired product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Inspired Education Group operates a global network of 125+ premium private K-12 schools across 30 countries, serving more than 95,000 students from Kindergarten through Year 13 with international curricula (IB, Cambridge IGCSE, A-levels). The schools are delivered through a three-pillar model combining academic excellence, sports, and performing & creative arts, complemented by online learning (King's InterHigh), global exchange programmes, summer camps, and a fully funded scholarship programme.
Product overview
Inspired Education is a global premium private schools group operating a platform-plus-network model. The portfolio includes 125+ schools across 30 countries serving 95,000+ students, offering programmes from Kindergarten to Year 13. Core offerings include the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge International (I)GCSEs, and A-levels. Key products include King's InterHigh (online school), Inspired Edge Academy (AI-enabled primary model launching 2027), the Nsouli Scholars Programme (scholarship initiative), and Global Exchanges/Camps programmes. The three pillars of education—academic excellence, sports, and performing & creative arts—underpin all school operations. Schools are individually developed and anchored in local cultures while benefiting from global resources, international exchanges, and shared educational technology.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- King's InterHigh: Leading British international online school with OEAS accreditation from the UK Department for Education.
- Inspired Edge Academy
- Nsouli Scholars Programme
- Inspired EdTech
Quantifiable outcome
- Average IB score of 35, significantly exceeding global average of 30.58
- +6 more outcomes
Companies that use Inspired
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Inspired technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability2 records
Feature3 records
Inspired partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Newton's Grove SchoolcoreNewton's Grove School partnership to offer world-class education and innovation, bringing global resources and international programmes to Canadian students while maintaining daily operations and leadership.
- Newton's Grove SchoolcoreInspired Education Group's entry into the Canadian educational landscape through partnership with Newton's Grove School, a leading K-12 institution in Ontario. Newton’s Grove operates two campuses in the Greater Toronto Area (Mississauga and Etobicoke) following the Ontario curriculum with Advanced Placement. The partnership enables Inspired to bring its global educational model to Canada while leveraging Newton's Grove's local excellence.
- St. Patrick's CollegecoreInspired welcomes St. Patrick's College to its global family. Located in Montevideo, Uruguay, St. Patrick's is a K-12 co-educational institution established in 1981 offering a highly regarded IB curriculum alongside a local high school programme. This partnership strengthens Inspired's presence in the Americas, operating in eight countries across the region.
Scale indicators15 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Inspired competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- GEMS Education: GEMS Education is the world's largest operator of premium private K-12 schools, headquartered in Dubai with schools across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America. It is the closest direct competitor to Inspired in terms of premium international curriculum portfolio and global scale.
- Nord Anglia Education: Nord Anglia operates a global network of premium international schools (IB, British curricula) across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. It is a near-identical peer: premium positioning, IB-centric, multi-region footprint, and similar reliance on affluent internationally mobile families.
- Cognita Schools: Cognita is a UK-headquartered group operating 100+ private and international schools across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Like Inspired, it pursues a multi-brand roll-up strategy across premium and mid-premium segments with global curriculum mix.
- Harrow International Schools: Harrow operates premium international schools in Asia and the Middle East licensed under the historic Harrow UK brand. Comparable to Inspired in premium positioning and curriculum mix (IGCSE/A-levels), though smaller and more regionally concentrated.
- Dulwich College International: Dulwich College International operates a network of premium British-curriculum schools across Asia. Strongly comparable to Inspired on premium positioning, UK-brand heritage, and IB/A-level outcomes, though more geographically concentrated in Asia.
- ACS International Schools: ACS operates premium international schools in the UK, Spain, Qatar, and Egypt offering IB and US curricula. Comparable to Inspired's premium positioning, multi-curriculum offering, and presence in mature European and Middle Eastern markets.
- Wellington College International: Wellington College operates premium international schools in China, Thailand, and India under the Wellington UK brand. Highly comparable to Inspired in premium UK-brand licensing model, IGCSE/A-level focus, and target affluent expatriate families.
- Maple Bear Global Schools: Maple Bear operates a global network of premium bilingual (English-French/Portuguese/Spanish) schools across 30+ countries. Comparable to Inspired on international footprint and premium-school roll-up strategy, though focused on younger grades.
- InterHigh (peer to King's InterHigh): King's InterHigh is itself the peer here for online K-12: it is a leading UK-accredited online school offering full IB and A-level programmes. Other comparable online K-12 providers include Pearson's online programmes and Crimson Global Academy; King's InterHigh competes in this online-supplemental and full-time virtual school category.
Regional players
- Oakridge International School: Oakridge operates premium international (IB and Cambridge) schools across India. Comparable to Inspired on curriculum mix and premium positioning, but regionally focused on the Indian market where Inspired does not currently operate.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights8 records
Customer concentration
Inspired social profiles
Digital presenceInspired financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Inspired leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Inspired subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries25 records
Inspired funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds5 records
Investors6 records
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Inspired M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A3 records
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Inspired
What does Inspired do?
Inspired Education Group operates a global network of 125+ premium private K-12 schools across 30 countries, serving more than 95,000 students from Kindergarten through Year 13 with international curricula (IB, Cambridge IGCSE, A-levels). The schools are delivered through a three-pillar model combining academic excellence, sports, and performing & creative arts, complemented by online learning (King's InterHigh), global exchange programmes, summer camps, and a fully funded scholarship programme.
Is Inspired a public or private company?
Inspired is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was Inspired founded?
Inspired was founded in 2013. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.
Where is Inspired based?
Inspired is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, in the Africa region.
How does Inspired make money?
One revenue line is on record: tuition and School Fees.
Who are Inspired's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are GEMS Education, Nord Anglia Education, Cognita Schools, Harrow International Schools, Dulwich College International, ACS International Schools, Wellington College International, Maple Bear Global Schools and InterHigh (peer to King's InterHigh). Oakridge International School is listed as a regional player.
Does Inspired have an API?
No public API is recorded for Inspired.
What industry is Inspired in?
Inspired's product category is Premium Private K-12 Education. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EDAJABAG, International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.), with a secondary code of EDAJABAN, Arts-Focused Private K–12 Schools. Its NAICS code is 6111 and its SIC code is 8200.