Sector: Education

The GCC education sector is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by government-led reforms, increased private sector participation, and accelerating digital innovation. Demand for private education continues to rise, supported by sustained economic growth, a growing population, rising affluence, and a strong preference for globally recognised curricula. The sector offers a strong growth outlook, creating substantial opportunities for both regional and international education providers to establish or scale their presence in a growing market.

Alpen Capital’s comprehensive industry research reports on the education sector provides in-depth analysis and forecasts for the sector, as well as examines recent trends, growth drivers and challenges facing this dynamic segment. Additionally, the report profiles select education operators in the region.

GCC Education Industry Report 2025

According to Alpen Capital, the total number of students in the GCC education sector is projected to increase from 14.0 million to 15.5 million at a CAGR of 2.1% between 2024 – 2029. This growth is expected to be driven by continued economic expansion in the region and a steady increase in population, which in […]

GCC Education Industry Report 2023

According to Alpen Capital, the total number of students in the GCC education sector is projected to increase by 1.1 million to reach 14.2 million by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 1.6% from an estimated 13.1 million in 2022. Growing school age population, high per capita income, sizeable budgetary allocations and favourable government initiatives […]

GCC Education Industry Report 2021

Alpen Capital (ME) Limited announced the publication of its report on the GCC Education Industry for the year 2021. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the GCC education sector and outlines the outlook, recent trends, growth drivers and challenges in the sector. It also profiles some of the prominent education companies in the region. […]

GCC Education Industry Report 2018

“The GCC education sector is continuing to grow on account of a rising population coupled with the growing preference for private education. Despite a slowdown in economic growth, regional governments have continued to allocate sizeable portions of their budgets to the education sector. Development of the education sector has remained a top priority for the […]

GCC Education Industry Report 2016

The GCC education sector is witnessing a robust growth in student enrolments coupled with a steady expansion in related infrastructure. Population growth and rise in disposable income have supported the growth of the private education sector. Further, Government measures to encourage private sector investments alongside an increasing preference for international curricula among residents are also […]

GCC Education Industry Report 2014

The GCC Education Industry Report presents the growth prospects of the GCC education sector, based on the current developments within the sector, key market dynamics, and the existing investment opportunities in the region. The scope of the report encompasses the pre-primary, primary, secondary, tertiary, and vocational training segments across all GCC nations. Further, the report […]

GCC Education Industry Report 2012

All segments of the GCC education sector is poised for consistent growth in the future driven by increased private sector participation, growing focus on quality education, and strategic plans of various governments in the region to improve the education system through reform programs. We expect the higher education segment to witness significant private investment in […]

GCC Education Industry Report 2010

The GCC education sector is on a growth trajectory. The governments in the region display political will and strong intent to create infrastructure and promote innovation. The governments have initiated various policies and regulations to attract higher private sector participation. The GCC countries´ increasing collaboration with foreign universities and institutes to open branches in the […]