Kangaroo Global

What Kangaroo Global does

Kangaroo Global (legal entity: Kangaroo Education Global Pty Ltd, ABN 741 4132 1575) is an Australian-founded international education and migration consultancy that has operated since 2010. The company delivers end-to-end services to international students, beginning with free career counseling, through course selection and university enrollment, visa lodgement, English test preparation (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL), and into post-arrival support including accommodation, airport pickup, bank account opening (via Commonwealth Bank partnership), Overseas Student Health Cover, tax return filing, and Professional Year Programs and NAATI/CCL certification pathways.

Kangaroo Global operates through 15 owned offices spanning Australia (Homebush NSW headquarters), Bangladesh (4 offices), China, India, Mongolia, Nepal/Pakistan coverage, Nigeria, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Slovakia, the UK, and Vietnam, staffed by 100+ expert advisors. The company represents 350+ educational institutions globally as an authorized agent and monetizes via a hybrid revenue model: professional service fees for counseling and visa assistance, referral commissions from universities and OSHC/health insurers, fee-based ancillary services (tax returns, test prep, accommodation), and tiered sub-agent/super-agent recruitment economics. The I Heart Uni partnership (30,000+ student members) and Origin Cricket community engagement supplement direct sales with organic community-led acquisition.

The technology backbone is the Agent Matrix CRM platform (crmagentmatrix.com), which enables real-time application tracking, five-step structured document workflows (counseling, collection, validation, submission, tracking), and client communication across the global office network. Distribution is omnichannel: face-to-face at offices, inside sales via Zoom/3CX/Skype/WhatsApp/Messenger, mobile apps on iOS and Android, Calendly booking, and Flywire payment integration. The company is privately held, founder-operated, with no disclosed venture capital, no funding rounds, and no M&A activity.

Name

Kangaroo Global

Legal name

Kangaroo Education Global Pty Ltd

Website

https://kangarooglobal.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Kangaroo Global is an Australia-founded international education and migration consultancy that provides end-to-end study-abroad services — counseling, university enrollment, visa lodgement, and post-arrival support — to international students through 15 offices across 14+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Education Consulting

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Hybrid, Multi-Location & Multi-Country Study Abroad Programs (EDAIAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Language Learning Centers (ESL/EFL & World Languages) (EDANAHAG), In-Country Placement, Homestay & On-Ground Coordination Services (EDAIAGAM)

Keywords

• International education consulting
• Student visa services
• Study abroad counseling
• Migration advisory services
• Educational recruitment agency

Headquarters

HQ city

Strathfield

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Education & Migration Consultation Services: Kangaroo Global charges fees for comprehensive services covering course selection counseling, visa application assistance, document preparation, and submission support for international students seeking to study abroad.
2. University & Institution Referral Commissions: Kangaroo Global earns commissions and referral fees from representing 350+ universities, vocational colleges, and schools globally, placing international students into enrolled programs.
3. Tax Return Services: Tax return preparation services for international and domestic students in Australia, available from June to September each financial year. Clients pay a service fee for this offering.
4. Health Insurance Services: Kangaroo Global facilitates the purchase of Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and general health insurance, earning referral income from insurance providers.
5. Agent & Partner Recruitment: Kangaroo Global recruits sub-agents and super-agents as well as institutional partners (universities, colleges, professional year providers), generating revenue through referral networks and partner commissions.
6. English Test Preparation: IELTS, PTE, and TOEFL test preparation services are offered to help students achieve required scores for university admission and visa applications.
7. NAATI/CCL Preparation: NAATI and CCL exam preparation courses and exam booking assistance for students seeking translator/interpreter credentials.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Kangaroo Global is an international education and migration services consultancy that helps international students enroll in universities and schools across developed countries. The company delivers end-to-end services covering career counseling, course selection, application submission, visa lodgement, English test preparation, and post-arrival support (accommodation, airport pickup, banking, health insurance, tax returns). Operating through 15 offices globally and representing 350+ educational institutions, Kangaroo Global serves as a one-stop integrated service platform for students from source countries (Bangladesh, India, China, Nepal, Pakistan, Mongolia, Nigeria, Colombia) seeking education in destinations such as Australia, UK, USA, Canada, Europe, and New Zealand.

Product overview

Kangaroo Global is an International Education and Migration Services provider offering a comprehensive platform of educational support services. The core offering consists of IELTS/PTE test preparation, free career counseling, enrollment services, and migration/visa assistance across study destinations including Australia, Europe, United States, Canada, Malaysia, United Kingdom, China, New Zealand, and UAE. These core services are complemented by a suite of add-on modules including Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), scholarship services, professional year programs, NAATI/CCL certification, tax return services, airport pickup, accommodation assistance, bank account opening, general health insurance, and job seeking/network socialization support. The company also provides study guides and operates the 'Kangaroo Learning Centre' as a separate educational platform. Together, these products form a one-stop solution for international students from enrollment through graduation and career placement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IELTS/PTE Preparation English language test preparation services for IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, and SAT examinations to help students meet university admission English proficiency requirements.
• Free Career Counseling One-to-one consultation sessions to analyze candidates' aptitude and interests, suggest academic programs and careers suited to their personality, and provide information about overseas career opportunities. Offered at no charge as a lead-generation service.
• Enrollment Services Assistance with submitting applications to educational institutions, document preparation including academic records, cover letters, and English proficiency test results, and obtaining letters of offer.
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Health insurance coverage required for international students to cover medical expenses including doctor visits, hospital treatment, ambulance fees, and prescription medicine during studies abroad.
• Migration Services Visa application assistance including document collection, completion, and submission for student visas, work visas, partner visas, visitor visas, and skilled independent visas across multiple countries.
• Scholarship Services Research, selection, application, and progression support for government and university-specific scholarships, bursaries, and grants based on merit or personal circumstances.
• Professional Year Program Structured professional development combining formal study and workplace experience for international graduates in accounting, computer science, and engineering fields, contributing points towards Australian permanent residency applications.
• NAATI/CCL Certification Preparation courses and exam booking for NAATI (National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters) certification and Credentialed Community Language (CCL) tests, with counselors qualified to interpret and translate documents.
• Tax Return Service Tax return preparation and filing services for domestic and international students in Australia, available from June to September annually.
• Airport Pickup Arrangement of airport pickup services to transport students safely to their accommodation or Kangaroo Global office upon arrival in their destination country.
• Accommodation Services Research, finding, and organization of accommodation in students' chosen destinations based on price, distance from educational institutions, and individual needs.
• Bank Account Opening Assistance with selecting banks, opening accounts, transferring money internationally, and accessing competitive exchange rates with low fees. Partnership with Commonwealth Bank for student banking.
• General Health Insurance Health insurance selection and acquisition support covering public hospital visits, surgery, medication, medical services, and ambulance services for international students and visitors.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15 global offices serving students across 14+ countries
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

39 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• La Trobe UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global represents La Trobe University and recruits international students for its programs in Australia, acting as an authorized education agent.
• University of New CastlecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global is an authorized representative of the University of Newcastle, recruiting students for its undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• University of SydneycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global represents the University of Sydney for preparation course recruitment of international students.
• Charles Darwin UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global is an authorized agent for Charles Darwin University, supporting international student enrollment in its programs.
• UNSW (University of New South Wales)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global represents UNSW for international student recruitment and pathway programs.
• Murdoch UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representation of Murdoch University for international student recruitment.
• KaplancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global partners with Kaplan for pathway and English language program recruitment.
• University of South WalescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representation of the University of South Wales for international student enrollment.
• James Cook UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global recruits students for James Cook University's programs across its Australian campuses.
• Southern Cross UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized agent for Southern Cross University, facilitating international student enrollment.
• University of AucklandcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global represents the University of Auckland for New Zealand-based international student recruitment.
• University of CanberracoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representation of the University of Canberra for international student enrollment.
• Flinders UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global recruits international students for Flinders University programs in Australia.
• Charles Sturt UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representation of Charles Sturt University for international student enrollment.
• University of Sunshine CoastcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global partners with University of Sunshine Coast for student recruitment.
• Victoria University of WellingtoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global is an authorized representative of Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand.
• Lincoln UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized representation of Lincoln University (New Zealand) for international student recruitment.
• New Paltz State UniversitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKangaroo Global recruits students for New Paltz State University programs.
• IELTScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKangaroo Global is designated as an IELTS Trusted Partner, providing official IELTS test preparation and recognized by IELTS for quality language support.
• ICEФ (International Conference and Exhibition Federation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKangaroo Global is recognized as an ICEF-approved provider, demonstrating adherence to international standards for education consultancy and student recruitment ethics.
• QEAC (Quality Education and Careers)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional membership with QEAC, a body that ensures quality standards in education and career advisory services in Australia.
• ISANA (International Education Association)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional membership in ISANA, the peak body for professionals in international education in Australia.
• Business SA (Business South Australia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional membership with Business SA, supporting connections with South Australia's business community.
• PIER (Professional International Education Resources)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional membership and network affiliation with PIER, supporting quality international education recruitment and resources.
• USATC (USA Tech Consulting / US Australia Training Connection)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional affiliation with USATC supporting student pathways between Australia and the United States.
• British CouncilmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional affiliation with the British Council, supporting English language education and international education connections.
• AMES Australia (Adult Multicultural Education Services)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMES Australia serves as Kangaroo Global's English Language Digital Partner, providing digital English language learning resources and support.
• Commonwealth Bank of AustraliamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommonwealth Bank of Australia is Kangaroo Global's banking partner, facilitating secure financial services for international students including account opening support before arrival.
• Canada CourseminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliation with Canada Course for Canadian education pathway and course information services.
• FlywirecoreTechnology or IntegrationFlywire is Kangaroo Global's payment processing partner, enabling international students to securely pay fees through agents.flywire.com/#/connections.
• ZoomcoreTechnology or IntegrationZoom is used as a primary platform for live counseling sessions with Kangaroo Global's expert counselors.
• 3CXcoreTechnology or Integration3CX is the communication software used by Kangaroo Global's offices for maintaining contact with clients globally.
• WhatsAppcoreTechnology or IntegrationWhatsApp is used as a communication channel for counseling and client support by Kangaroo Global.
• SkypecoreTechnology or IntegrationSkype is used as a video counseling platform for Kangaroo Global's remote client consultations.
• Facebook MessengercoreTechnology or IntegrationFacebook Messenger is used as a live chat and counseling communication channel for Kangaroo Global's online support.
• Commonwealth Bank of AustraliamajorGTM or Marketing PartnerKangaroo Global partners with Commonwealth Bank of Australia to help students open bank accounts before arrival in Australia, providing a seamless financial setup process.
• Agent Matrix (crmagentmatrix.com)coreTechnology or IntegrationAgent Matrix is Kangaroo Global's CRM and client management platform, powering the company's website sign-in portal and operational workflow for student applications.
• I Heart UnicoreGTM or Marketing PartnerKangaroo Global is proud to partner with I Heart Uni — Australia's largest intervarsity social network with 30,000+ members — for community engagement and student referral.
• Origin CricketcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerKangaroo Global is an Executive Board Member of Origin Cricket, a multicultural cricket organization in Australia and globally, supporting community integration and brand awareness among international students.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• IDP Education: ASX-listed global leader in international student placement, IELTS co-owner, and education services. Directly comparable as a multi-country study abroad agent with deep institutional partnerships and destination services, but at vastly larger scale and with a public-market balance sheet.
• AECC Global: India-headquartered international education consultancy with offices across South Asia, Middle East, and Africa. Closely comparable multi-country study abroad agent targeting similar source markets (Bangladesh, India, Nigeria) with similar IELTS prep, visa, and admissions services.
• Global Reach: India-based international education consultancy operating across multiple source and destination markets. Comparable in scale, service breadth (admissions, visa, test prep, financial advisory), and target student segment as a multi-country study abroad agent.
• AEC Education (Australian Education Consultancy): Nepal-headquartered education consultancy with strong South Asia footprint recruiting primarily into Australia. Closely comparable in source-market focus, target destinations, and the multi-service model spanning counseling, test prep, and visa.

Broad incumbents

• Navitas: ASX-listed global education provider with university pathway programs, college operations, and English language training. Comparable in international student recruitment and partnerships with destination universities, though a much larger and more diversified incumbent.
• Study Group: Global pathway and English language provider owned by Exponent Private Equity. Comparable as a partner to universities for international student recruitment, but differentiated by owning and operating pathway programs rather than acting as a third-party referral agent.
• Kaplan International: Part of Kaplan Inc., offering English language training and university pathway programs globally. Comparable in English test prep (they own Kaplan Test Prep) and international student placement, but as part of a much broader education and training portfolio.
• QS (Quacquarelli Symonds): Global higher education analytics and events company (QS World University Rankings, QS Reimagine Education). Comparable as an ecosystem participant in international education, though focused on rankings, events, and student recruitment technology rather than end-to-end agent services.

Emerging players

• ApplyBoard: Canada-based, venture-backed digital platform that connects international students with educational institutions globally. Comparable as a study abroad recruitment intermediary but differentiated by a technology-first, marketplace model rather than a physical office network.
• Edvoy: UK-based digital platform for international student recruitment with a growing office network. Comparable as a multi-destination study abroad service provider, but with a tech-led, primarily online model rather than the high-touch, office-based approach Kangaroo Global operates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/KangarooIndia
• Facebookfacebook.com/KGAUS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kangarooglobal

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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