Agathos Enhances Strategic Capability with Latest Acquisition

Deal News | Jun 26, 2025 | Agathos Management LLP

Agathos Enhances Strategic Capability with Latest Acquisition

Agathos Management LLP has successfully orchestrated the acquisition of SENse Learning by its portfolio company, Targeted Provision, marking the latter's second strategic acquisition. This move comes as part of Targeted Provision's ongoing strategy to establish a national platform for providing high-quality educational support, particularly for young individuals with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). SENse Learning brings a trauma-informed approach and significant expertise in one-to-one educational support aligned with Targeted Provision’s mission to impactfully address the needs of vulnerable children. This acquisition follows the successful integration and growth initiatives post-Targeted Provision's acquisition of ASEND in October 2024. With the bolstering of capabilities and alignment of values, Targeted Provision aims to extend its national reach and impact in the UK education sector. Key figures involved praised the synergy and shared objectives at the heart of this strategic maneuver, emphasizing the commitment to advancing support for young people's educational needs.

Sectors

  • Education Services
  • Private Equity

Geography

  • United Kingdom – All entities mentioned in the article operate within the UK education sector, aiming to provide widespread support across the country.

Industry

  • Education Services – The article focuses on the provision of educational support services for children with special needs, a key aspect of the education services industry.
  • Private Equity – Agathos Management LLP, a private equity firm, is facilitating the acquisition, which reflects the active role of private equity in educational services.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Agathos Management LLPPrivate Equity FirmCompanyA private equity firm supporting Targeted Provision in acquisitions for educational service expansion.
    Targeted ProvisionAcquirerCompanyA company providing educational support services, acquiring SENse Learning to enhance its capabilities.
    SENse LearningTarget CompanyCompanyA leading provider of one-to-one educational support services for children with SEND.
    Chris Kneale-JonesFounder and CEO of Targeted ProvisionPersonOverseeing Targeted Provision's strategic acquisitions and integration of acquired entities.
    James BakewellPartnerPersonPartner at Agathos Management LLP involved in supporting Targeted Provision's expansion strategies.
    Lucy McMannFounder and CEO of SENse LearningPersonLeader of SENse Learning, providing strategic alignment and integration into Targeted Provision.