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G8 Education H1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H1 2026 earnings summary24 Aug, 2026
Executive summary
The first half of 2026 saw challenging sector conditions, including affordability pressures, lower birth rates, and increased supply, resulting in a statutory net loss after tax of $38.8 million, mainly due to a $47.1 million impairment expense from suspending operations at 40 centres.
Revenue declined 11.1% year-over-year to $413.6 million, with occupancy falling 7.5% to 57%.
Key operational improvements included team retention at 80% (a six-year high), a 7-point increase in family NPS to 58, and 97% of centres meeting or exceeding National Quality Standards.
Operational KPIs improved, but earnings were impacted by macroeconomic and sector-wide pressures.
Decisive actions included suspending operations at 40 centres, restructuring the support office, and ongoing procurement efficiencies, targeting at least $10 million in annual cost savings.
Financial highlights
Operating revenue for H1 2026 was $409.1 million, down 12% year-over-year; statutory revenue was $413.6 million, down 11.1%.
Operating EBIT was $14.7 million, down 63.7% year-over-year; operating NPAT was $6.7 million, down 73.7%.
Reported net loss after tax was $38.8 million, impacted by $47.1 million in impairment expenses from centre suspensions.
Operating cash flow remained positive at $49.4 million, but down 42.2% year-over-year.
EPS declined to a loss of 5.1 cents per share.
Outlook and guidance
Trading conditions remain challenging, with spot occupancy at 61.9% and year-to-date occupancy at 58%, both below prior year.
No interim dividend will be paid; share buyback program has concluded.
Full-year capital expenditure is expected to be approximately $15 million, with a focus on safety and operational priorities.
Sector support continues with government initiatives, and anticipated birth rate improvements are expected to aid demand.
Near-term focus includes improving quality, safety, compliance, family engagement, team retention, and occupancy.
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Latest events from G8 Education
- Challenging year with major losses, director re-elections, and executive incentive plan approval.GEM
AGM 2026 - Revenue and occupancy fell, with a $350m goodwill impairment driving a $303.3m net loss.GEMH2 2025
- NPAT up 12.4% to $22.5M on cost control; revenue down 3.7% as occupancy challenges persist.GEMH1 2025
- Net profit up 34% to $20.0m, with dividend and buyback announced amid sector headwinds.GEMH1 2024
- Board-backed resolutions passed; shareholder proposals on governance and parental leave failed.GEMAGM 2025
- Strong revenue and profit growth, higher dividends, and ongoing buyback amid sector challenges.GEMH2 2024
Next G8 Education earnings date
H2 202621 Feb, 2027
G8 Education
Next G8 Education earnings date
H2 202621 Feb, 2027
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G8 Education Limited is one of Australia's largest providers of early childhood education and care. The company operates over 430 childcare centres across the country, marketed under 21 distinctive brands, including Kindy Patch Kids, Jellybeans, Kinder Haven, First Grammar, Community Kids, Pelicans Learning for Life, and Casa Bambini. These centres offer a broad spectrum of early learning services, aiming to create a foundational learning environment that supports the development of young children. The company is headquartered in Varsity Lakes, Queensland, and its shares are listed on the Australian Securities Exchange.