Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Cognita is a global K-12 schools platform (from kindergarten to the end of high school). Its global network includes 77 schools across 10 countries with more than 50,000 pupils.
* At 31 December 2019 Sofina is represented in the decision making bodies of the company.
Sector
Education
Indirect shareholding percentage
15.5%
Number of students
50,000+
Number of employees
7,500
Academic curricula
9
Number of countries
10
Cognita is a global private schools group which owns and operates a diverse portfolio of 77 schools across developed and emerging markets. Operating some of the most prestigious schools in key markets, including Southbank International School in London, The British School of Barcelona in Spain, the Stamford American International School in Singapore and International School Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam, Cognita currently educates more than 50,000 students in the UK, Spain, Switzerland, Singapore, Chile, Thailand, Vietnam, Brazil, Hong Kong and India.
Cognita’s network of schools have a common focus on rigorous academic standards, strong character development and a global perspective. Each Cognita school has its own unique ethos, with curricula and programs tailored to the needs of the students and parents in the market it serves.
Investment history
Investment history
United Kingdom | 2019
Sofina entered the cap table of Cognita through a capital increase and a secondary transaction. Following this transaction, Sofina became a minority shareholder in Cognita along with BDT Capital Partners, while the majority ownership remains with Jacobs Holdings.
Sofina is represented at the board of directors of Cognita.