Madrasa Publications

What Madrasa Publications does

Madrasa Publications (انتشارات مدرسه) is an Iranian educational publishing house founded in 1989 and headquartered in Tehran, operating under the Madrasa Borhan Cultural Institute. The company produces a broad catalog of Persian-language educational and literary content spanning literature (196+ titles including novels, poetry, storytelling cards, and Palestinian literature), biographical series (Chelcharagh, Bright Faces, Sages, Nation of Heroes), Quran and Islamic teachings, history, foreign languages, sciences, mathematics, humanities, arts, computer science, exam preparation, and grade-level educational assistance from preschool through high school. The portfolio extends beyond print into audiobooks and, since September 2025, educational toys and learning materials sourced through an exclusive distribution partnership with Educational Industries Company (Sanaye Amozeshi).

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model through its own e-commerce website (madresehpub.ir, featuring cart, wishlist, and comparison functionality) and a physical bookshop in central Tehran, with national visibility reinforced by participation in events such as the Iran Book Festival 1404. Pricing is unit-based with books listed in Iranian Tomans across a 70,000–1,900,000 Toman range, with no subscription or recurring-revenue layer. The company holds a co-development relationship with the Ministry of Education's Commission for Development of Public Education in Quran, producing curriculum-aligned religious education materials such as the "Ta Aseman" teenage prayer series. With 251–500 employees, a new CEO appointed in January 2025 (Hassan Azhari Rad), and continued product-line and partnership activity through late 2025, Madrasa functions as an established mid-sized institutional publisher embedded in Iran's formal education ecosystem rather than a digitally native or technology-led business.

Name

Madrasa Publications

Legal name

انتشارات مدرسه (Madrasa Publications)

Website

https://madresehpub.ir

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Madrasa Publications is a Tehran-based Iranian educational publisher founded in 1989, producing Persian-language books, audiobooks, and educational toys for students from preschool through adulthood under the Madrasa Borhan Cultural Institute.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Publishing

NAICS

Book Publishers (51313), Book Retailers and News Dealers (459210)

SIC

Books: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2731)

akta.pro primary industry

Children’s Educational & Curriculum Publishing (MPAJAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Religious Education & Catechetical Publishing (Sunday School, Catechism, Study Guides) (MPAJAHAC), Core Subject Textbooks (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) (EDAGAAAA)

Keywords

• Educational publishing
• Children's books
• Religious education
• Academic textbooks
• Educational toys

Headquarters

HQ city

Tehran

HQ country

Iran

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Book Sales: One-time sale of physical books including literature, educational materials, religious texts, biographies, and children's books. The company sells books across multiple categories including storybooks, novels, poetry, history, Quran and Islamic teachings, educational assistance, and more.
2. Audiobook Sales: Sale of audiobooks as part of their product catalog.
3. Educational Toys: Sale of educational toys and puzzles including wooden puzzles, building blocks, and educational games.
4. Religious and Cultural Items: Sale of religious and cultural items including prayer sets, mats, and related accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Madrasa Publications publishes and sells educational books, textbooks, audiobooks, and educational toys for Iranian students from preschool through adulthood. Its catalog spans literature, biography, history, Quran and Islamic teachings, science, mathematics, humanities, art, computer and IT, physical education, exam preparation, and educational assistance materials. Distribution is conducted via its own e-commerce website (madresehpub.ir) and a physical bookshop in Tehran.

Product overview

Madrasa Publications (انتشارات مدرسه) is a comprehensive educational book publisher based in Iran, operating under the cultural institute of Madrasa Borhan. The company offers a wide-ranging portfolio of educational and literary products organized into multiple core categories: Literature (stories, novels, poetry, ancient literature, comedy, teaching literature, storytelling cards, Palestinian literature), Biography (life stories, Chelcharagh series, Bright Faces series, Sages series), Foreign Languages, History, Quran and Islamic Teachings, Science and Technology, Humanities, Art, Mathematics, Physical Education, Intelligence and Games, Computer and IT, Exam Resources, Educational Planning, as well as Audiobooks and Educational Toys. The company targets students from pre-school through adulthood with age-appropriate materials and serves the Iranian educational market with a focus on religious education, moral development, and academic excellence. The company also publishes under notable series such as the Chelcharagh biographical series, Bright Faces series featuring prominent Iranian figures, the Sages series covering Persian scholars, and the Nation of Heroes series for Palestinian literature.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Literature Books (ادبیات) A core product category of literary works covering stories, novels, poetry, ancient literature, comedy, teaching literature, storytelling cards, and Palestinian literature for students and general readers.
• Biography Books (زندگینامه و شرح حال) Biographical works covering life stories, notable figures, martyr biographies, and historical personalities including the Chelcharagh series, Bright Faces series, and Sages series.
• Foreign Language Books (زبان های خارجی) Language learning materials including Arabic and English language resources for students.
• History Books (تاریخ) Historical publications covering contemporary history, Iran history, world history, and educational history content.
• Quran and Islamic Teachings (قرآن و معارف اسلامی) Religious education materials including Quran study, Islamic teachings, Islamic education, stories of the Holy Imams, religious stories, and Shia movements.
• Science and Technology Books (دانش و فناوری) Scientific educational content covering experimental sciences, geology, biology, chemistry, and physics.
• Educational Assistance (کمک آموزشی) Educational support materials organized by grade level: pre-school, elementary (cycles 1 and 2), middle school, and high school.
• Audiobooks (کتاب صوتی) Audio book collection providing spoken versions of various educational and literary content.
• Educational Toys (اسباب بازی) Educational toys and learning aids, including wooden puzzles, building blocks, and educational games.
• Ta Aseman (تا آسمان) A religious educational book produced through the Commission for Development of Public Education in Quran at the Ministry of Education, presenting prayers, ziyarat (pilgrimage texts), and recommended practices in simple, engaging language for teenagers.
• Humanities Books (علوم انسانی) Humanities publications covering social sciences, life skills, and geography.
• Art Books (هنر) Art-related educational materials including plays, painting and coloring, calligraphy, and caricature.
• Mathematics Books (ریاضی) Mathematics educational materials and textbooks.
• Physical Education Books (تربیت بدنی) Physical education and sports-related educational content.
• Intelligence, Entertainment and Games Books (هوش، سرگرمی و بازی) Intelligence development, entertainment, and game-related educational materials for children and students.
• Computer and IT Books (رایانه و فناوری اطلاعات) Computer science and information technology educational materials.
• Exam Resources (منابع کنکور) Examination preparation materials and resources for students.
• Educational Planning Books (مدیریت و برنامه ریزی آموزشی) Educational sciences and planning materials for educators and administrators.
• Child Training and Learning Packages (بسته تربیت و یادگیری کودکان) Educational packages for children covering themes of home and family, beautiful Iran, environment, and spiritual development including packages for preschool aged children.
• Rainbow Series - Intimate with Holy Quran (رنگین کمان - انس با قرآن کریم) A Quranic education series for children to develop familiarity and intimacy with the Holy Quran.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Educational Industries Company (شرکت صنایع آموزشی)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMadrasa Publications began exclusive distribution of Educational Industries Company products through their platform. This partnership allows Madrasa to offer educational toys and learning materials alongside their book catalog.
• Commission for Development of Public Education in Quran - Ministry of Education (کمیسیون توسعه آموزش عمومی قرآن کشور - وزارت آموزش و پرورش)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMadrasa Publications collaborated with the Commission's development efforts to produce 'Ta Aseman' (تا آسمان) series - educational materials designed to present religious prayers, ziyarat (pilgrimage texts), and recommended practices in simple, engaging language for teenagers. The goal is to connect religious heritage with the spiritual needs of the new generation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Scholastic: Largest children's book publisher and K-12 educational content provider with direct-to-consumer e-commerce and school distribution channels. Comparable to Madrasa in targeting preschool through grade school with educational content and religious/cultural storytelling, plus a consumer book club model.
• Highlights for Children: Children's educational content publisher with direct-to-consumer catalog and educational toys/games. Comparable to Madrasa in children's educational content with multi-product strategy spanning books, puzzles, and learning materials targeted at kids and families.
• Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: K-12 educational publisher with textbooks, learning solutions, and trade children's books. Comparable to Madrasa in the K-12 textbook and educational content market, with a similar supplementary materials approach and categorized catalog.
• McGraw Hill: Major US K-12 educational publisher with textbooks, supplemental materials, and digital learning platforms. Comparable to Madrasa in K-12 educational content across core subjects (math, science, language arts) with supplementary material focus.

Regional players

• Amirkabir Publishing: Long-established Iranian publisher with educational and cultural titles. Comparable to Madrasa Publications as a major Iranian publisher with educational content offerings and similar domestic market positioning in the Persian-language book market.
• Alefba Publication: Iranian publisher of children's and educational books serving the Persian-language market. Comparable to Madrasa Publications as a fellow Iranian publisher with overlapping educational and children's book categories in the same domestic market.

Broad incumbents

• Penguin Random House: World's largest trade publisher with significant children's and educational content. Comparable to Madrasa in publishing children's literature, biographies, and educational books for general audiences, though globally diversified.
• Cengage: Educational and trade publisher with K-12, higher education, and library reference content. Comparable to Madrasa in educational publishing scope across multiple subject categories, with broader international reach and digital offerings.
• Pearson: Global educational publisher with K-12, higher education, and professional content. Comparable to Madrasa as a broader educational content provider, though much larger and globally diversified across multiple stages of education.
• HarperCollins: Major global publisher with extensive children's book division (HarperCollins Children's Books). Comparable to Madrasa in publishing children's literature and educational content, though much broader in scope and globally diversified.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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