Educational Testing Service (ETS)

Educational Testing Service (ETS) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1947 through a collaboration between the American Council on Education, the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, and the College Entrance Examination Board. ETS specializes in developing and administering standardized tests and assessments in various educational settings. Under the leadership of Henry Chauncey, the organization was established to provide reliable and fair assessments for students, educators, and institutions. ETS aims to promote educational equity and excellence through their testing programs and services.

Ralph Taylor-Smith

Managing Director, Strategic Capital

10 past transactions

Ribbon Education

Acquisition in 2024
Ribbon Education, founded in 2021 in Brooklyn, New York by Joe Burgess and Lisa Jiang, is a developer of a teacher-student relationship management platform aimed at enhancing the educational experience. The platform focuses on helping teachers better understand their students and improve student outcomes while reducing administrative burdens. By scaling support for online programs, Ribbon Education enables educational institutions to make online learning more affordable and effective for adult learners. The company's mission is to improve the quality of education for all students and enhance teachers' professional lives, ultimately fostering better retention and engagement in educational settings.

Mastery Transcript Consortium

Acquisition in 2024
Mastery Transcript Consortium (MTC) is a nonprofit membership organization based in Winchester, Massachusetts, dedicated to transforming the educational landscape through the implementation of mastery learning and competency-based education. MTC supports a network of public and private schools in developing and utilizing a digital high school transcript that reflects students' individual skills and competencies rather than traditional grading systems. By promoting innovative educational practices, MTC aims to enhance accessibility and equity in learning, enabling all students to demonstrate their knowledge and abilities effectively.

PSI Services

Acquisition in 2024
PSI Services, established in 1964, specializes in professional testing and assessment services. It offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including pre-hire employment selection, managerial assessments, licensing and certification tests, and license management services. PSI caters to a diverse client base comprising corporations, government regulatory agencies, professional associations, and academic institutions. With a nationwide network of testing centers and a state-of-the-art test administration platform, PSI ensures consistent, secure, and high-quality assessment services. Its talent management division, PSI Talent Management, utilizes data-driven approaches to screen, select, develop, and engage talent worldwide, delivering over 30 million assessments annually in more than 50 languages.

Leverage Edu

Series C in 2023
Leverage Edu is an AI-enabled marketplace focused on assisting students in their higher education and career development. As one of India's leading ed-tech companies, it aims to democratize mentorship and facilitate access to career growth opportunities. The platform employs an AI algorithm to match students with suitable programs and experts based on their interests. It also allows users to browse and book admission tests from various colleges, streamlining the application process for educational programs. By breaking down traditional barriers, Leverage Edu provides students and professionals worldwide with valuable mentorship and guidance tailored to their aspirations.

upGrad

Venture Round in 2022
UpGrad is an online education platform based in Mumbai, founded in 2015 by Phalgun Kompalli, Ronnie Screwvala, Ravijot Chugh, and Mayank Kumar. The platform provides a variety of educational programs, including diploma, master's, and executive doctorate courses, as well as certification programs in digital marketing, product management, entrepreneurship, data analytics, and data-driven management. It caters to both individual learners and enterprise clients, focusing on corporate learning and workforce development. UpGrad also offers industry insights and student support services to help learners enhance their skills and improve career prospects in technology and business.

Kira Talent

Acquisition in 2021
Kira Talent is a leading provider of holistic admissions solutions for higher education, established in 2012. The company enhances the admissions process by integrating on-demand timed video and timed written assessments with traditional requirements such as test scores, essays, and reference letters. Kira Talent aims to help admission teams identify applicants who are likely to succeed in their programs by focusing on competency-based assessments that evaluate critical traits such as leadership, communication skills, and motivation. Serving over 300 programs globally, Kira Talent is dedicated to creating applicant-first assessments that facilitate the selection of the best-fit students for various educational institutions.

ApplyBoard

Series C in 2020
ApplyBoard is a technology company that facilitates the study abroad process for international students by connecting them with recruitment partners and educational institutions through a unified platform. The company simplifies the application journey, assisting students from around the globe in discovering, applying to, and enrolling in universities in North America. Founded eight years ago, ApplyBoard has rapidly expanded, employing over 1,200 team members and establishing a presence in 30 countries, including India, China, and the United States. In 2023, it received recognition from Deloitte as one of Canada’s fastest-growing technology companies for the fifth consecutive year, highlighting its significant impact on the education sector and its commitment to empowering students worldwide. The company's headquarters is located in Kitchener, Ontario, with an additional office in Gurugram, India.

Questar Assessment

Acquisition in 2017
Questar Assessment, Inc. is a provider of comprehensive assessment solutions tailored for the K-12 education market, serving states, school districts, and other educational entities. Established in 1976 and headquartered in Brewster, New York, the company specializes in a wide array of services, including program management, test design and construction, item development, online test administration, scoring, data analysis, and psychometric services. Questar also delivers custom assessments, such as large-scale evaluations and English language proficiency tests, alongside a variety of proprietary products aimed at enhancing educational outcomes. The company's offerings include the WriteQuest program and the MAC II test, among others, while its online and reporting services facilitate efficient assessment processes. Questar Assessment, formerly known as Touchstone Applied Science Associates, Inc., became a subsidiary of Educational Testing Service, Inc. in March 2017, continuing its commitment to bridging learning and accountability in education.

Edusoft

Acquisition in 2011
Edusoft is a global leader in technology-assisted English language learning solutions, established in 1990. With two decades of educational expertise, Edusoft serves 19 ministries of education and thousands of institutions worldwide. The company specializes in developing customized, cost-effective English language courses that cater to a range of learners, from absolute beginners to advanced students, as well as offering English for specific purposes and teacher training programs. Edusoft was among the pioneers of integrating computer-based learning into classrooms, affirming its reputation as a premier provider in the educational market. The company employs a team of pedagogical experts who deliver services and training globally, ensuring effective implementation and support tailored to local market needs through a network of distributors.

Computerized Assessments and Learning

Acquisition in 2011
Computerized Assessments and Learning is a provider of computerized assessment services tailored for K-12 education systems. The company specializes in online assessment and student data management, offering solutions that support both large-scale and local assessment programs. By leveraging innovative technology, Computerized Assessments and Learning aims to enhance academic excellence worldwide, equipping educators with the tools necessary to provide students with optimal opportunities for success. Their focus on summative testing and comprehensive data management positions them as a key player in the educational assessment landscape.
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