Pearson

In a world defined by rapid change, learning has never mattered more.   As our CEO Omar Abbosh shares, our 2025 results reflect a clear focus: helping people and organizations build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in an AI‑enabled future.   We’re grateful to our teams around the world who bring our purpose to life every day—we’re excited about the opportunity ahead in 2026.   #LifelongLearning #AI #education

The world of work is changing faster than traditional education systems and career pathways can keep up with—and students feel it. 📊 67% feel overwhelmed about choosing a career 📊 63% worry they’re on the wrong path Our latest Pearson Perspective newsletter shows how future‑proofing isn’t about choosing the “right” job title, but building skills that last. Discover the 7 essential skills that will help today’s students thrive in tomorrow’s workplace 👇 #FutureOfWork #Students #AI #CareerConfidence

Today we are announcing the appointment of Simon Robson as Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), succeeding Sally Johnson. Sally has informed the Board she will leave the company to take up the role of CFO at a large privately owned business. Simon brings extensive financial leadership experience from Sky, one of Europe’s largest media, technology and connectivity businesses. Since joining Sky in 1997, Simon has built a distinguished career across finance and strategy, holding a number of senior leadership roles. Sally has spent nearly 26 years at Pearson, including six years as Group CFO. During her tenure, she has played a central role in strengthening Pearson’s financial performance, advancing significant business and finance transformation, and sharpening the Group’s approach to capital allocation. Omar Abbosh, Chief Executive Officer of Pearson, commented today, saying: “I would like to congratulate Sally on her new opportunity and thank her for the outstanding contribution to Pearson over many years. We are very grateful for her leadership as CFO, especially the critical role she has played in strengthening the company and positioning it for the future. I am delighted to welcome Simon to Pearson. He brings deep financial expertise, strong leadership experience and a proven track record from a large, global business. I am confident that he will be a great addition to the executive team and will support the continued delivery of our strategy.” We are sending our best wishes to Sally and our warmest welcome to Simon. You can read more about the transition here: http://spr.ly/6044hQg9Y

Today we released our 2025 Preliminary Results, reporting 6% growth in adjusted operating profit, and 4% growth in underlying sales. We are confident for 2026 and beyond, building on another year of good financial performance and significant strategic progress. Read in full: http://spr.ly/6049hQ5iD

Some conversations stay with you forever... especially the ones you never thought you’d be able to have. Everything we learn shapes our lives. Sometimes it takes meeting your past self to truly understand the path that brought you here. Two stories. Two turning points. One impossible meeting. Coming March 3. #SeeYourselfBigger

How can AI support students in reading to learn? Active reading is a learning science concept that describes a set of strategies effective readers use to better comprehend what they read. Our learning science-backed report highlights how students are using the Pearson AI study tool to be more actively engaged in their reading. Check out how students are using AI to deepen learning: http://spr.ly/6043hqVmB #AIVisionaries #ReadingToLearn #ActiveReading #AIinEduation

Read. Comprehend. Learn. Perform. Pearson learning scientist Emily Lai shares why the way we design AI tools to work really matters. Our latest research shows the impact responsible AI integration can have on student learning – driving the active reading behaviors that lead to deeper comprehension, stronger retention, and ultimately, improved academic performance. See how AI can promote active reading: http://spr.ly/6045hqpml #AIVisionaries #AIinEducation #FutureOfLearning #ReadingToLearn

Our Mind the Learning Gap report highlights that when learning happens seamlessly in the flow of work, AI delivers far more value. What would move the needle most for your team? Read the report now: http://spr.ly/6044hZARg #MindTheLearningGap #AI #LearningCulture

What is D.E.E.P? It’s the part everyone overlooks. Diagnose. Embed. Evaluate. Prioritize. Sustainable AI adoption takes clarity, learning and real capability building. Explore D.E.E.P in our Mind the Learning Gap report: http://spr.ly/6044hZfak #MindTheLearningGap #AI #WorkplaceLearning

Closing the learning gap is a top priority for company leaders. AI’s productivity promise depends on people and on how intentionally organizations invest in learning. Dig deeper in our Mind the Learning Gap report : http://spr.ly/6044hZfcI #MindTheLearningGap #AI #TalentDevelopment