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School Building Boom: Big Money and Big Plans for Education Worldwide

Dublin, IrelandWednesday, December 31, 2025
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Money is pouring into building schools around the world.

Current Projects

  • Total value: $291.4 billion
  • North America: $121.8 billion
  • Western Europe: $68 billion
  • Middle East & North Africa: Significant spending
  • Northeast Asia: Significant spending

Future Spending

  • Peak in 2026: $64.2 billion
  • 2027-2029 Average: $31.9 billion per year

Funding Sources

  • Government: 72.9%
  • Private Companies: 18.1%
  • Public-Private Partnerships: Remainder

Project Stages

  • Planning or Building: 80.8% of projects
  • Total value in these stages: $235.5 billion

Report Highlights

  • Lists top 20 projects in each region
  • Identifies key players
  • Provides insights for businesses and investors

Importance

  • Beyond money: Focus on better learning environments
  • Wise spending: Crucial with such large investments

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