Waseda Learning Research Association

Basic Information

Stock Code: 5869
Industry: Services
Category Detail: Education
Prefecture: Gunma Prefecture
Establishment Year: January 1993
Listing Year: December 2023
Official Website: https://www.wasedazemi.com/
TSE Information: TSE Information
Yahoo! Finance: Yahoo! Finance
Other Companies: Seigakusha, Meiko Network Japan, Clip, Riso Education, Waseda Academy, Tokyo Individual Tutoring Academy, S Science, Sprix, Succeed, Wizas, Nagase, Gakkyuusha, Step

Overview

Waseda Learning Research Association is a regional leading company in educational services, founded in 1993, primarily operating 'W Waseda Zemi' cram schools for elementary, junior high, and high school students centered in northern Kanto.

Current Situation

Waseda Learning Research Association recorded net sales of approximately 6.1 billion yen and operating profit of 1.2 billion yen in the fiscal year ended March 2023, establishing a solid business foundation. Centered on its mainstay group instruction cram school 'W Waseda Zemi,' it operates about 50 locations in Saitama, Gunma, and Tochigi prefectures, providing community-focused educational services. In recent years, it has also expanded individual instruction cram school 'First Kobetsu' to meet diverse student needs. It listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market in December 2023, strengthening its capital and net assets. Along with prudent financial management, it is advancing improvements in education quality and enhancements to its head office functions. Moving forward, it aims to innovate education through new school openings and the introduction of ICT materials, strengthen its regional brand power, and further expand its student base. It is focusing on proactive organizational reforms and talent development for sustainable growth, with expectations for strengthening its long-term business foundation toward 2030.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

Founder started a cram school in Ota City, Gunma Prefecture in 1987
Newly listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market in 2023
Community-focused cram school operating approx. 50 locations centered in northern Kanto
Individual instruction cram school 'First Kobetsu' operating in Tokyo, Saitama, and Gunma
Emphasizes student-first principle with thorough attentive instruction
Schools spread widely across Saitama, Gunma, and Tochigi
Established in 1993, but founding dates back to 1987
Chairman and Representative Director is Toshio Yoshihara
Veteran cram school group exceeding 30 years since establishment
Highly evaluated in cram school industry for community focus
Achieved net assets of approx. 5.9 billion yen by 2023
Approx. 380 education professionals as employees
Expanding area through new school openings
Promoting collaboration with local education boards and schools
Diverse course offerings by age group

Hidden Connections

Strong collaboration with local education boards provides influence over educational sites
Track record of being selected as test introduction juku for new Gunma Prefecture education policies
Operates both individual and group instruction cram schools to differentiate from competitors
Active as a key member of regional education revitalization group in northern Kanto area
Ongoing joint research projects with nearby university education faculties
Deep collaboration with local government child-rearing support measures, positively impacting community
2023 Tokyo Stock Exchange listing contributes to innovation promotion in education industry
Forms regional education community through hosting diverse educational events

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

Active utilization of ICT and online learning
Deepening and expansion of community-focused services
Market expansion through new school openings
Strengthened response to diverse educational needs
Promotion of digitalization of educational content
Improved education quality through expanded teacher training system
Differentiation strategies amid falling birthrate
Brand recognition expansion through strengthened regional ties
Enhanced fundraising via Tokyo Stock Exchange listing effects
Revenue diversification through expanded educational events and seminars
Measures to improve parent and student satisfaction
Promotion of hybrid online-offline learning

Strategic Goals

Enter top 3 cram school share in northern Kanto region
Full school deployment of ICT-utilizing educational services
Achieve annual net sales of 10 billion yen scale
Build sustainable management system with environmental and social contributions
Establish industry standard in teacher recruitment and development
Expand online services to over 50% ratio
Deploy over 20 new community-focused schools
Maintain and improve parent and student satisfaction above 90%
Strengthen competitiveness through new educational content development
Improve regional trust through enhanced CSR activities

Business Segments

Cram School Operation Support

Overview

Provides operation support services to local educational institutions and cram schools.

Competitiveness

Strength in region-specific know-how and track record.

Customers

Local education boards
Elementary and junior high schools
High schools
Education-related NPOs
Private school operators

Products

Juku operation system provision
Curriculum development support
Teacher training programs
Academic ability evaluation tools
Textbook provision services

Textbook and Educational Content Sales

Overview

Provides textbooks and educational content to various educational institutions.

Competitiveness

High-quality textbook development based on proven track record.

Customers

Individual instruction cram schools
Major preparatory schools
Educational publishers
Education-related ventures
Online learning companies

Products

Printed materials
Video lesson content
Practice problem collections
Mock exam questions
Digital textbook delivery

IT Solution Services

Overview

Provides IT solutions to educational institutions to support efficiency improvements.

Competitiveness

Flexible system development tailored to on-site needs.

Customers

Advancement cram schools
Education-related companies
School corporations
Educational app development companies
Learning management platform operators

Products

Learning Management System (LMS)
Online lesson platform
Student information management system
Grade analysis tools
Administrative support system

Teacher Training and Development Programs

Overview

Conducts specialized training for teachers in educational settings.

Competitiveness

Training content based on extensive on-site experience.

Customers

Cram school teachers
School teachers
Educational consultants
Educational vendors
Local government education staff

Products

Instructional skills training
Curriculum design training
ICT utilization training
Mental health training
Leadership development

Entrance Exam Information Services

Overview

Offers advanced information services for examinees and parents.

Competitiveness

Highly accurate information provision based on regional data.

Customers

Parents
Students
Advancement cram schools
Publishers
Educational information sites

Products

Entrance exam information database
Mock exam result feedback
Desired school analysis service
Career counseling service
Entrance exam preparation seminars

Educational Event Operations

Overview

Plans and operates educational events to support customer attraction.

Competitiveness

Customer attraction power through regional networks and know-how.

Customers

School corporations
Education-related companies
Local governments
Advancement cram schools
Media

Products

Information session operations
Advancement consultation fairs
Educational seminars
Mock exam events
Learning fairs

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

Community-focused educational service deployment
Provision of diverse instruction methods
Solid financial foundation
Extensive school network
Proven instructional know-how
Long-standing regional trust
Wide range of educational content
High-quality teacher recruitment and training
Listing on Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market
Strong ties with regional educational institutions
Educational efficiency through ICT utilization
Enhanced individual instruction
Curriculum flexibility
Response to latest education trends
Stable student enrollment trends

Competitive Advantages

Extensive network of approx. 50 schools centered in northern Kanto
Good balance of group and individual instruction
Service design accurately reflecting local needs
Steady profit recording and sound finances
Trust built on founder's educational philosophy
Optimized curriculum provision per school
Strengthened collaboration with regional education boards
Early introduction of online learning services
Enhanced capital and net assets for business foundation
Sufficient instructional resources with 381 employees
Flexible pricing and diverse course offerings
Improved brand recognition and fundraising via listing
Diversified educational solutions
Expansion strategy through planned new school openings
Promotion of ICT integration in educational sites

Threats

Risk of student decline due to falling birthrate
Intense competition from regional rivals
Changes in education-related laws and regulations
Accelerated competition from ICT education service advancements
Impacts from social conditions like COVID-19
Rise of online education companies
Revenue structure risk dependent on region
Challenges in talent acquisition
Pressure to maintain educational quality
Diversification of consumer education needs
Rising costs due to inflation
Demand for rapid response to technological innovations

Innovations

2023: Achieved listing on Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market

Overview: Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market to strengthen corporate foundation.
Impact: Achieved improved fundraising capabilities and expanded corporate recognition.

2024: Regional expansion through new school openings

Overview: Scheduled to open Sakado Tsurugashima and Higashimatsuyama schools in Saitama Prefecture in May 2024.
Impact: Contributes to student increase and strengthened community focus.

2022: Enhanced introduction of online materials and classes

Overview: Significantly expanded smartphone and PC-compatible correspondence materials and online classes.
Impact: Aims to acquire students from remote areas and improve learning efficiency.

2023: Educational instruction efficiency via ICT utilization

Overview: Renewed educational support tools and grade management systems to promote efficiency.
Impact: Contributes to reducing teacher workload and improving instruction quality.

2023: Expanded teacher training programs

Overview: Introduced latest instructional methods and mental care training to strengthen teacher development.
Impact: Contributes to improved instructional skills and reduced teacher turnover.

Sustainability

Introduction of energy-saving school facilities
Active participation in regional education contribution activities
Promotion of work-style reforms for employees
Promotion of waste recycling
Paperless promotion through ICT utilization
Promotion of coexistence through community-focused event hosting
Health promotion and mental care measures for teachers
Provision of CSR education programs
Sustainable textbook development
Reduced environmental impact through improved transportation access