What does Pearson do?

Pearson is a British multinational education and assessment company based in London. It is recognized as a leading learning company, serving customers in nearly 200 countries. Founded in 1844, Pearson has evolved into a public company listed on the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. The company reported £3.6 billion in revenue in 2025 and employs approximately 17,000 to 20,000 people across 70 countries. Pearson offers a wide range of products and services, including learning materials, assessments, qualifications, virtual learning, English-language learning, and higher education products. Its operations are organized into five business units: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Higher Education, and Enterprise Learning and Skills. Pearson serves a diverse customer base, including schools, colleges, universities, corporations, and individual learners, providing solutions that support effective teaching and personalized learning.