Name

iStudy

Legal name

OOO "Лингва-Груп"

Website

https://istudy.com.ru

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

iStudy is a Moscow-based education consultancy that helps Russian-speaking students prepare for international curricula (IB, GCSE, A-Level) and gain admission to schools and universities across 25+ countries via one-on-one tutoring and full-service admissions support.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Education Consulting Services

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Language Schools (611630), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Language School Placement Agencies & Aggregators (EDAIAEAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

IB Program Tutoring (PYP/MYP/DP; HL/SL) (EDANAKAB), Language Proficiency Exam Prep (CEFR, TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, PTE) (EDANACAD), One-on-One ESL Tutoring & Coaching (EDAAACAL), Exam Preparation for Language Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/DELE/HSK/JLPT, etc.) (EDAMAFAF), Academic Support, Tutoring & Language Support for Enrolled Overseas Secondary Students (EDAIAHAK)

Keywords

• International education consulting
• Exam preparation services
• Admissions consulting services
• Private tutoring services
• Language training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Moscow

HQ country

Russia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tutoring and exam preparation services: Revenue generated from one-on-one tutoring sessions with native English speakers and other qualified tutors for various international exam preparations (IB, GCSE, A-Level, SAT, ACT, GMAT, TOEFL, etc.). Pricing is quote-based depending on subject, tutor credentials, and session frequency.
2. Admissions consulting and placement services: Full-service support for placement in international schools and universities, including school/university selection, application preparation, interview coaching, document handling, visa support, and ongoing student management.
3. Corporate training programs: Business English, conversational courses, Russian for foreigners, and corporate training programs for organizations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

iStudy is an education consultancy that provides personalized one-on-one tutoring and exam preparation for international curricula (IB, GCSE, A-Level, SAT, ACT, GMAT, TOEFL, Cambridge, CAE), full-service admissions consulting and placement in international schools and universities across 25+ countries, corporate language training, English nanny/governess placement, and recruitment services. Service delivery combines in-person sessions in Moscow with remote tutoring delivered via Skype and online platforms, supported by a network of 250+ qualified tutors and 1,000+ partner institutions.

Product overview

iStudy is an educational consulting agency that provides a comprehensive suite of services for students seeking education in Russia and abroad. The core offering includes test preparation programs (UKiset, CAT4, SSAT, SAT, ACT, GMAT, TOEFL, Cambridge exams), tutoring in science and math subjects taught in English, and assistance with international school and university placement. Services are organized around preparation for British programs (IB, GCSE, A-Level), Russian exam preparation (EGE/OGE), language instruction, corporate training, and recruitment services. The company operates across multiple countries including UK, Switzerland, UAE, USA, Italy, Germany, France, Spain, Canada, Australia, Singapore, China, and Czech Republic.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preparation for Study Abroad Comprehensive preparation services for students seeking education abroad, including assessment testing (UKiset, CAT4), career guidance, and tutoring support. Targeted at Russian and CIS families and students planning international education placements.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Preparation Preparation for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including tutoring in mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, and other IB subjects. Targeted at students aiming for IB curriculum schools worldwide.
• GCSE Preparation Preparation for General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) exams with tutoring in core subjects taught in English. Targeted at students preparing for UK secondary school examinations.
• A-Level Preparation Preparation for A-Level exams with tutoring in mathematics, sciences, and humanities in the English language. Targeted at students preparing for UK pre-university qualifications.
• Subject Tutoring in English (Physics, Chemistry, Math, Biology, Science) One-on-one tutoring services for science and math subjects taught in English by native and qualified instructors. Targeted at students who require English-language academic subject support for international curricula.
• EGE/OGE Preparation (Russian State Exams in English) Preparation for the Russian Unified State Exam (EGE) and Basic State Exam (OGE) in the English language. Targeted at Russian students preparing state examinations in English.
• English Language Tutoring for Children and Adults English language instruction with native speakers for children and adults, including conversational practice and business English. Targeted at children needing immersive English and adults needing business or conversational English.
• Education Abroad Placement Services Assistance with placement in international schools and universities across the UK, Switzerland, UAE, USA, Italy, Germany, France, Spain, Canada, Australia, Singapore, China, and Czech Republic. Includes school/university selection, application preparation, interview coaching, document handling, visa support, and ongoing student management. Targeted at families and students seeking international education placements.
• Corporate Training Programs Business English courses, conversational communication, Russian for foreigners, full immersion programs, and business conversation clubs for corporate clients. Targeted at Russian and international companies needing language training for employees.
• Recruitment Services Staff recruitment services for organizations. Targeted at companies seeking qualified candidates.
• English Nanny Services Bilingual childcare services providing English-speaking nannies and governesses for families. Targeted at expat families and bilingual families in Moscow seeking native English-speaking childcare providers.
• International Exam Preparation (SSAT, SAT, ACT, GMAT, TOEFL, Cambridge, CAE) Comprehensive preparation for international standardized tests including SSAT, SAT, ACT, GMAT, TOEFL, Cambridge ESOL exams, and CAE. Targeted at students applying to international schools and universities requiring these assessments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students admitted to top-tier universities including King's College London, University of Warwick, University of British Columbia, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Notre Dame, Georgetown, Oxford summer programs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• 1,000+ Partner Schools and Universities (UK, Switzerland, UAE, USA, Italy, Germany, France, Spain, Canada, Australia, Singapore, China, Czech Republic)coreStrategic or Co-development PartneriStudy maintains relationships with over 1,000 international schools and universities across 25+ countries. Key partner institutions include Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, King's College London, University of Edinburgh, University of Warwick, University of British Columbia, Cornell, Notre Dame, Bocconi, Constructor University, and others. The company facilitates student placement, application support, and ongoing relationship management with these institutions.
• Oxford Royale Academy (ORA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartneriStudy facilitates enrollment in Oxford Royale Academy summer programs held at Oxford University colleges (St. Hilda's College). Students attend Pre-University Advanced Studies courses in subjects like Law, Computer Science, and other academic topics.
• Humboldt Institute KonstanzminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGerman language school partnership for intensive German language courses. iStudy sends students for language preparation programs in Germany.
• EU Business School BarcelonaminorStrategic or Co-development PartneriStudy facilitates enrollment in EU Business School Barcelona summer programs and business courses for high school students.
• Bocconi UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Bocconi Summer School for High School Students enrollment, including digital marketing and luxury/fashion programs.
• H-FARM International School (Italy)minorStrategic or Co-development PartneriStudy promotes scholarship competitions at H-FARM International School, a British international boarding school near Venice, for talented students.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Crimson Education: Global premium admissions consulting and tutoring firm serving high-school students targeting top universities. Operates a similar end-to-end model (assessment, tutoring, admissions, extracurriculars) with a network of in-country offices, making it the closest international analog to iStudy's positioning.
• ITEC Group: Moscow-based international education consultancy placing Russian students into UK, US, and European secondary schools and universities — direct competitor offering similar end-to-end admissions and tutoring services to the same Russian/CIS customer segment.
• Begin Group: Russian education abroad consultancy offering school and university placement, language programs, and visa support; competes head-to-head with iStudy for Russian families seeking international secondary and higher education placements.

Broad incumbents

• The Princeton Review: Established US-headquartered test-prep and admissions-counseling brand offering SAT, ACT, GMAT, GRE, TOEFL prep plus college admissions consulting — overlapping iStudy's exam-preparation and admissions-placement services at broader scale and geographic reach.
• Varsity Tutors: Online and in-person one-on-one tutoring platform covering K-12, SAT/ACT, IB, and AP subjects with vetted tutor networks — comparable to iStudy's tutor matching and international-curriculum subject coverage, though delivered through a scalable technology platform rather than a consultancy model.
• Kaplan International: Large incumbent in test preparation, language training (English for international students), and university pathway programs — directly comparable to iStudy's TOEFL/IELTS preparation and international placement offerings as part of a much wider global portfolio.

Regional players

• AcademConsult: Russian education abroad agency providing school and university placement plus tutoring for international curricula; another Moscow-based peer targeting the same Russian/CIS outbound-education customer segment.
• Aberon (Aberon Education): Russian study-abroad consultancy focused on admissions to UK boarding schools, European universities, and language programs; comparable Moscow-based competitor with overlapping target customer and services.
• Academia (Academia International): Russian educational services organization offering international exam preparation, tutoring, and admissions consulting for outbound students — adjacent competitor with overlapping service lines and customer base.

Emerging players

• Preply: Online marketplace connecting language learners with native-speaker tutors globally; overlaps with iStudy's adult and corporate English tutoring, Russian-for-foreigners, and conversation-club offerings via a self-serve platform model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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