Koblenz-based Sdui Group, a provider of cloud-based administrative software for K-12 schools, today announced a new growth investment to strengthen their product suite, deepen its support for educational institutions, and further its ambition to become the unified digital platform for education in Europe.
The investment was led by Bain Capital’s Tech Opportunities fund, with participation from existing investors HV Capital and High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF).
“Bain Capital’s approach is unique – they combine strategic vision with real operational support,” said Daniel Zacharias, Founder and CEO of Sdui Group. “They’ve taken the time to truly understand our mission and the realities schools face every day. With their support – and the continued backing of HV and HTGF – we’re accelerating our work to build the digital backbone of European schools.”
Founded in 2018, Sdui Group provides a fully integrated suite that supports schools across administrative needs from communication, attendance, scheduling, grading, and more. Today, Sdui Group serves thousands of institutions across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Spain, and is continuing to expand.
The company currently employs around 230 people based in several European countries.
Its software is used by individual schools, districts, and governments to streamline operations. Sdui Group’s suite reportedly improves the experience for all stakeholders – teachers, students, administrators, and parents – and gives back valuable time to focus on teaching and learning.
“This is a moment of transformation for education in Europe,” said James Stevens, a Partner in Bain Capital’s Tech Opportunities business. “Sdui Group is emerging as a trusted and capable partner to help schools navigate that change. Daniel and his team have built a modern, intuitive platform that directly addresses the daily challenges of school administration. We’re excited to support their continued growth and impact across the region.”
As European school systems face rising complexity, increased digital expectations, and expanding public support and funding for education technology, institutions are looking for modern, reliable platforms that simplify their daily workflows.
With a user-first approach and scalable, compliant cloud architecture, Sdui Group looks to fill this gap.
“We’ve been proud to back Daniel and Sdui Group since the early days and are thrilled to continue supporting this next phase of growth,” said Felix Klühr, Partner at HV Capital. “Bain Capital’s experience scaling software companies globally makes them a valuable addition to the partnership.”
The company says they have successfully integrated several regional software players, expanded its capabilities, and continues to invest in innovation, reliability, and user experience.
Markus Kreßmann, Partner at HTGF: “Sdui is systematically building its position as the No. 1 in the European EdTech market. This substantial round of financing will enable it to continue on this path. We are delighted to be part of this success story. When we invested in the Seed round in 2019, we placed our trust in a Founder who had only recently left school. Today, Sdui has grown to become one of Europe’s leading providers, employing over 230 people. It is a powerful example of what can be achieved when vision, entrepreneurial talent, and genuine demand come together.”
Read the orginal article: https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/07/german-startup-sdui-group-secures-investment-to-become-the-de-facto-european-edtech-platform/
