- Kido International’s acquisition of Amelio aims to revolutionise early childhood education in India, backed by a $7.5M investment
Kido International Preschool, a UK headquartered chain bringing future-proof early years’ education to children in India, US, UK and China has announced its acquisition of Amelio Early Education, one of India’s leading preschool and daycare operators. This strategic acquisition positions Kido as one of India’s few non-franchised players in the Indian early childhood education market, offering parents and families access to its award-winning pedagogy and world-class operating standards.
Kido has acquired Amelio Early Education, a leading early years education and care provider in India, allowing it to expand its services to a wider audience.
Aniruddh Gupta, Founder and Group CEO, Kido International, said, “Now with the addition of the Amelio network, we have critical mass in India to bring our services to a wider network of parents and embark on the next stage of our nationwide expansion plans. We aim to be one of the largest providers of premium early years education and care in the country within the next few years and this acquisition is a step towards that goal.”
The acquisition follows a USD 7.5 million fund raise by Kido, led by Tanas Capital, a Singapore-based private investment firm. The investment will serve as a springboard for Kido International’s organic and inorganic growth plans, specifically in India.
“The Indian preschool/childcare market size reached USD 3.8 Billion in 2022 and is growing at a CAGR of 11.5 per cent. Kido with its carefully curated programme balances a child’s need for care and intellectual stimulation”, Amit Sharma, MD, Tanas Capital, stated.
“We will integrate Kido’s renowned global curriculum with Amelio’s expansive network of high-quality centres. Our focus on delivering exceptional and sustainable learning experiences will remain. Both Kido and Amelio teams are well equipped to address any concerns and prioritise the well-being of both parents and children throughout this process,” Arpita Sur, CEO, Kido International, said.
