Industry Statistics and Trends
Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe key trends
Making the teaching profession more attractive is a priority.
Teacher shortages across Europe are forcing schools to increase class sizes and sacrifice the quality of teaching.
Consistent government funding keeps revenue stable.
Education is a priority for all governments in Europe which keeps funding levels high.
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Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 1.3 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €309.0bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
The share of pupils educated in public or private schools shifts on a country basis
- Primary school revenue and the number of primary pupils across Europe fluctuate with each country’s population size, the starting age for primary education and the age at which schooling is compulsory. Whilst, pre-primary education is not compulsory in most countries, the importance placed on giving all children a primary education ensures strong investment from Government’s across Europe and sustains demand for places at primary schools, restricting revenue volatility. Revenue swings are instead largely tied to changes in birth rates that impact the size of the student population and government funding choices.
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Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Tackling teacher shortages is a priority across Europe
- Teacher shortages are plaguing schools across Europe, which is interfering with the efficient running of quality education. According to the European Commission’s Education and Training Monitor 2023 report, every country is struggling bar Cyprus and Croatia. Common problems are low pay, long working hours and the influx of Ukrainian children, due to the war, into EU schools which exacerbate teacher vacancies. The gap is particularly evident among staff availability in early childhood education. Focus will be on making teaching positions more attractive through higher salaries or better working conditions.
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Revenue
€309.0bn
Employees
3m
Wages
€XXX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
Bottom 5 Countries
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lycee Francais Vincent van Gogh LaHaye | 283.0 | 5.0 | 1.8 | |
Oasis Community Learning | 254.0 | 6.0 | 2.4 | |
Kendale International School | 47.0 | 1.0 | 2.1 |
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Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe is €309.0bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 469k businesses in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.0 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 1.3 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe include?
Private primary schools and Public primary schools are part of the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe.
How competitive is the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe?
The level of competition is low and steady in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Pre-primary education (nurseries or kindergartens) introduces children up to five to a school-type environment before they start primary school. Public or privately funded primary schools then educate children aged between six and 11 to give them a basic understanding of core subjects.
Related Terms
PUBLIC SCHOOLPRIVATE SCHOOLINTERNATIONAL SCHOOLWhat's included in this industry?
Private primary schoolsPublic primary schoolsInternational primary schoolsPublic pre-schoolsPrivate pre-schoolsCompanies
Lycee Francais Vincent van Gogh LaHayeOasis Community LearningKendale International SchoolIndustry Code
851 - Pre-primary and primary education in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
The share of pupils educated in public or private schools shifts on a country basis
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Most parents send their children to public schools. In most European countries, apart from Belgium, a huge majority of students go to public primary schools. Portugal, France, Denmark and Spain all have higher shares of primary pupils in private schools.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Europe
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Larger schools dominate European education. Due to high start-up costs, stringent regulations and the necessity for skilled labour, more established schools dominate the pre-and primary school industry.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Lycee Francais Vincent van Gogh LaHaye
- Countries of operation for Oasis Community Learning
- Countries of operation for Kendale International School
- Countries of operation for Enseignements et Loisirs Educatifs
- Countries of operation for Hill House Montessori School SL
- Countries of operation for Centro Educativo Goar SL
- Countries of operation for Berlin Cosmopolitan School
- Countries of operation for International School of Nice
- Countries of operation for Ecole Jeannine Manuel
- Countries of operation for Istituto Canossiano Madonna del Grappa
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
The regulations governing Europe’s schooling sector are strict. Regulations regarding child safeguarding and health and safety restrictions have to be met. Each country has their own education bodies that govern what subjects must be taught.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Larger schools can negotiate bulk purchases of educational materials. Schools buy textbooks, classroom technology and stationery items.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Pre-Primary & Primary Education in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
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