The Learning Network B.V.
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The Learning Network B.V. - overview
Established
1937
Location
Kampen, -, Netherlands
Primary Industry
Education/Training
About
The Learning Network B. V. is a Dutch company that specializes in providing educational resources and services tailored for secondary education, including textbooks and digital learning tools. The Learning Network B.
V. focuses on delivering educational solutions for secondary schools. Founded in 1937, it is headquartered in Kampen, Netherlands. The company has completed a total of 2 deals, with the most recent deal occurring on September 20, 2022, when it was acquired by Intersaction from TowerBrook.
The CEO of the company is Jelmer Kleingeld. VanDijk specializes in providing educational resources and services tailored for secondary education. The company’s primary offerings include the distribution of over 7 million textbooks, along with 2. 8 million digital licenses and a variety of study materials and services.
These products are designed to support educational institutions in making informed decisions regarding the learning process and environment, integrating both traditional and digital learning tools. The company serves a diverse client base comprising schools that seek to enhance their educational methodologies while maintaining flexibility in adapting to curricular changes. VanDijk’s geographic reach extends across various regions, catering specifically to secondary education systems that require innovative learning resources and strategic advisory services. VanDijk generates revenue primarily through the sale of educational materials and services to secondary schools.
The company engages in transactions that typically involve direct sales and partnerships with educational institutions, focusing on both B2B and direct-to-consumer models. The transaction structure includes the provision of annual subscriptions for digital licenses, enabling schools to access a range of digital learning tools and resources. Additionally, the company offers consulting services through its Onderwijsadvies Team, which provides expert and independent advice to schools on the selection and deployment of learning materials. For the most recent year 2023, VanDijk reported a revenue of USD 174.
75 mn and an EBITDA of USD 10. 86 mn. The Learning Network B. V.
aims to enhance its offerings by developing new educational products and expanding its market presence. The company is targeting growth in specific geographic regions, although details on these markets and expected dates for expansion were not disclosed. The recent acquisition by Intersaction will likely provide additional resources to support these growth initiatives.
Current Investors
TowerBrook
Primary Industry
Education/Training
Sub Industries
Education & Training Website, Education & Training Services, Literary Publishing, Digital Media
Website
www.thelearningnetwork.nl
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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The Learning Network B.V. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Sale | Completed | The Learning Network B.V. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | The Learning Network B.V. | - |
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