About EdScout

We’re EdScout — friendly, fun, and passionate about making school selection simpler and smarter.

Choosing a school can feel complicated. We’re here to change that.

EdScout is an Aussie startup dedicated to transforming how families find and compare schools. Built by parents, for parents, we saw a growing need for a simpler, faster, and smarter way to choose the right school — without spending hours and hours researching.

We help families discover great schools in minutes, not months.

Our Mission is Clear

For parents

We help you discover schools that match your unique needs and preferences — so your child can thrive, and your family can feel confident in the decision.

For local businesses

We help you build quality connections with families researching schools in your area.

For schools

We help you showcase your school and attract new families moving into the area.

Why Families Use EdScout

Completely free

Our shortlisting tool and school directory are free to use

Personalised shortlists

Create your own rankings based on what matters to you — from academics and facilities to teaching approach and location.

Comprehensive approach

We understand that choosing a school is not just about academics — it’s about finding a place where your child will thrive, a community where your family feels at home and a location that works with your lifestyle.

Unbiased & independent

We don’t take payments from schools to influence our shortlist recommendations. Our insights are independent and focused solely on helping families make informed choices.

And we’re just getting started.

What EdScout offers today is only the beginning. We’re building something smarter — with richer insights, more powerful tools, and premium support to guide every step of the journey.

Let EdScout help you find the right school — because every child deserves to find their happy place.

Our Values

1 Customer-Obsessed

We listen, learn, and continuously improve — always focused on making EdScout better for families.

2 Inclusive

Every family is different. We support all paths — public, private, renting, owning, and everything in between.

3 Practical

We bring real-life factors into the mix — like location, affordability, and lifestyle — because school needs to work for the whole family.

4 Reliable

You can count on us for accurate, up-to-date information and clear, balanced insights.

5 Genuine

We’re trustworthy, approachable, honest and here to help.

6 Passionate

We believe the right school can change a child’s life — and we’re all in on helping families find it.

Ready to start?

Just tell us what matters most, and and we’ll create a shortlist of schools that match your needs.

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About EdScout

Our Mission is Clear

Why Families Use EdScout

Completely free

Personalised shortlists

Comprehensive approach

Unbiased & independent

And we’re just getting started.

Let EdScout help you find the right school — because every child deserves to find their happy place.

Our Values

1

Customer-Obsessed

2

Inclusive

3

Practical

4

Reliable

5

Genuine

6

Passionate

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