Study by Extension for All Nations

What Study by Extension for All Nations does

Study by Extension for All Nations (SEAN International) is a UK-registered interdenominational nonprofit founded in 1971 by Anglican missionary Antonio Barratt. The organization designs and distributes programmed self-study theological courses for use by local churches and Theological Education by Extension (TEE) programmes worldwide, rather than selling directly to individuals. Its curriculum spans evangelism, foundational Bible study, pastoral theology, and advanced doctrinal content, with signature products including "Vida Abundante" (Abundant Life), "Panorama Bíblico" (Bible Overview), and the six-volume "La Vida de Cristo" (The Life of Christ) compendium.

SEAN's operational backbone is its partner-based distribution model: courses are licensed to local printers and TEE programmes in over 100 countries and 70+ languages, and methodological integrity is preserved through weekly group-tutoring sessions guided by tutor manuals. In 2020 the organization launched GrowSpace, a multilingual digital learning platform developed in collaboration with Word of Life (word.org.uk), enabling smartphone-based group discipleship in Arabic, Chinese, English, Farsi, Russian, and Spanish. A dedicated e-store (shop.seaninternational.org) allows partner organizations to license courses in various languages.

Revenue is generated through a combination of donations and grants (via PayPal, Give.net/CAF in the UK, and Partners in Christ International for US-dollar contributions) and royalties from licensed local printing of courses. Pricing is intentionally kept affordable to remove cost as a barrier, and specific pricing is not publicly disclosed. The organization operates with a very small staff (1–10 employees) and is governed as an international foundation with no equity funding, parent company, or external investors.

Name

Study by Extension for All Nations

Legal name

S.E.A.N. International

Website

https://seaninternational.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SEAN International is a UK-based nonprofit founded in 1971 that designs self-study biblical training courses and distributes them through partner churches and TEE programmes in over 100 countries and 70+ languages via its GrowSpace digital platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Theological Education Services

NAICS

All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Books: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2731), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Religious Education & Catechetical Publishing (Sunday School, Catechism, Study Guides) (MPAJAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Religious Reference & Study Tools Publishing (Commentaries, Concordances, Lexicons) (MPAJAHAL), Ministerial Training Institutes (Clergy Formation) (EDAHAKAE), Workshops, Webinars & Live Masterclasses (MPACALAD)

Keywords

• Theological education by extension
• Biblical training programs
• Discipleship curriculum
• Ministry leadership training
• Religious education materials

Headquarters

HQ city

East Grinstead

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Grants: SEAN International relies on financial contributions from supporters worldwide, including donations, grants, and other payments. Donations can be made via PayPal (worldwide), Charities Aid Foundation or Give.net (UK), and Partners in Christ International (PICI) for US Dollar contributions.
2. Royalty Income: SEAN receives royalties from partner organizations that license and print courses locally. The organization licenses courses to countries for local printing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SEAN International develops and distributes interdenominational self-study Bible and theological courses via the GrowSpace multilingual digital learning platform and printed materials. Courses are not sold directly to individuals; they are licensed to churches and Theological Education by Extension (TEE) partner programmes that deliver them through weekly group tutoring in 100+ countries and 70+ languages.

Product overview

SEAN International (Seminario Por Extension A Las Naciones / Study by Extension for All Nations) offers a comprehensive portfolio of theological education by extension (TEE) courses designed for use in local churches worldwide. The organization provides both digital and print-based courses through its GrowSpace multilingual digital learning platform and partner organizations. The core product offering consists of self-study programmed courses organized into five categories: Evangelism & Discipleship (including Cristianismo Explicado, Devocional Diario), Basic Teaching (Vida Abundante, Panorama Bíblico, Efesios - Unión Con Cristo), Foundation Courses for Workers and Leaders (La Vida de Cristo in 6 books, La Vida de Pablo y Sus Cartas in 3 books, El Pentateuco in 2 books), Practical Courses (Cómo Predicar, Cómo Preparar y Dirigir Cultos, Alimenta Mis Corderos, El Mundo Espiritual, Misión Misericordia y Yo, Trabajo Para Todos), and Advanced Courses (Doctrina de la Iglesia, Jeremías, La Epístola a los Hebreos). Partner organizations can access courses through the GrowSpace digital platform (available in Arabic, Chinese, English, Farsi, Khmer, Russian, and Spanish) and the e-store for purchasing courses in various languages.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GrowSpace: A digital e-learning platform developed in collaboration with Word of Life for delivering SEAN courses (Vida Abundante and Panorama Bíblico) in multiple languages for group-based discipleship.

Products and services

• GrowSpace Digital Learning Platform Multilingual digital learning platform for smartphones and devices that hosts SEAN courses (Vida Abundante and Panorama Biblico) in digital, interactive formats for group-based discipleship. Partner organizations create accounts, group leaders invite students. Available in Arabic, Chinese, English, Farsi, Khmer, Russian, and Spanish.
• GrowSpace E-Store Online storefront where SEAN partner organizations can purchase courses in various languages for use in their TEE programmes.
• Vida Abundante (Abundant Life) A self-study course using programmed instruction allowing students to complete lessons independently at home, covering Christian life and discipleship fundamentals.
• Panorama Biblico (Bible Overview) Comprehensive course covering all books of the Bible and how they fit together to present God's plan for humanity; also known as Luz de la Biblia and Oro Puro.
• La Vida de Cristo (The Life of Christ) - 6 Books A comprehensive 6-book, 150-lesson pastoral theology compendium based on the Life of Christ from Matthew's Gospel, forming a 2-3 year integrated program for preparing Christian workers and leaders.
• La Vida de Pablo y Sus Cartas (Paul's Life and Letters) - 3 Books Three-volume course covering the life of the apostle Paul from childhood through his missionary journeys and letters, including studies on Romans, Ephesians, Colossians, Philemon, and Corinthians.
• El Pentateuco (The Pentateuch) - 2 Books Two-book course with a clear messianic focus covering Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy in Old Testament study.
• Devocional Diario (Daily Devotional) Daily devotional course encouraging daily prayer and Bible reading to grow in Christian life.
• Cristianismo Explicado (Explained Christianity) Six-lesson evangelistic course presenting basic foundations of the Gospel based on Mark's Gospel, designed to challenge students toward an informed decision.
• Manual del Encuentros Biblicos (Bible Encounter Manual) Course and tool for leaders of Bible Study groups for evangelistic and discipleship purposes.
• Como Predicar (How to Preach) Diploma-level programmed course for training Christian workers in basic hermeneutics and homiletics principles.
• Como Preparar y Dirigir Cultos (How to Prepare and Lead Services) Four-week theoretical-practical course teaching how to prepare and lead a living, orderly, Bible-based congregational service.
• Alimenta Mis Corderos (Feed My Lambs) Comprehensive theoretical-practical training course for children's church or Sunday school teachers.
• Doctrina de la Iglesia (Church Doctrine) Advanced course covering church origins, doctrine, characteristics, authority, and government, encouraging open discussion on denominational topics.
• Jeremias (Jeremiah) SEAN's most advanced course designed for accessible study of Jeremiah, focusing on the prophet as a prophet of hope.
• La Epistola a los Hebreos (Epistle to the Hebrews) Advanced doctrinal course covering one of the most doctrinally rich books of the New Testament, focusing on trusting Christ above all else.

Quantifiable outcome

• Courses successfully used in 100+ countries and 70+ languages
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Partners in Christ International (PICI)coreOthers · 1 December 2012Since December 2012, Partners in Christ International has provided SEAN with the service of receiving and transferring donations made in US Dollars. PICI receives contributions and passes them on to SEAN International.
• Word of LifecoreTechnology or IntegrationGrowSpace was developed in collaboration with Word of Life (word.org.uk). This partnership enabled the creation of a digital learning platform for SEAN courses. Word of Life has also made their 'Come Follow Me' course available in many languages through GrowSpace, and SEAN partners can add this to their GrowSpace subscriptions.
• Global ConnectionsminorOthersSEAN International is a member of Global Connections, a network of Christian organizations.
• The Evangelical Alliance (UK)minorOthersSEAN International is a member of The Evangelical Alliance (UK), an umbrella body for evangelical churches and organizations in the United Kingdom.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sean-international

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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