Investing in Schools with Ed Senior

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Ed Senior delivers a masterclass on schools as an investment sector. We explore the independent school sector from the perspective of an investor, discussing some of the large groups, the profile of investors in the sector, and various business models such as asset heavy vs. asset light. We also explore the social impact of the sector and Ed shares some personal stories about how education and teachers have shaped his journey and his children’s journey.

Ed is very well positioned to deliver insights on investing in schools. He is a seasoned executive with significant experience in investment banking and education, including as Group CFO of GEMS Education, one of the world’s largest independent school groups serving more than 140 thousand students.
Chapters
  • 00:08 Introduction
  • 02:33 Ed Senior's Professional Journey
  • 08:12 Market Overview and Structure
  • 20:29 Financial Models and Returns
  • 23:57 Growth and Development Strategy
  • 51:00 Future Market Opportunities
8 Apr English South Africa Education · Investing

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