Holged acquires La Prairie School, strengthening its presence in the heart of Casablanca.
The Holged Group, a major player in education in Morocco, has announced the acquisition of La Prairie School, located in the heart of Casablanca, pending approval from the Moroccan Competition Council. This integration aligns with the group’s development strategy aimed at strengthening its presence in the city’s central neighborhoods and enriching its educational offerings. “The acquisition of La Prairie School is part of our vision to provide a quality education that is innovative and globally connected while remaining close to Casablanca families. We are convinced that this integration will create new pedagogical synergies for the benefit of students and parents,” declared Ahmed BENYAHIA, President of the Holged Group.
“I would also like to warmly thank the Lahlou family for their trust and ongoing commitment over the years to promoting this beautiful and esteemed school,” he added.
In response, Mrs. Rafia Amrani LAHLOU, founding director of La Prairie School, expressed, “It is with great emotion, but also with confidence, that we pass the reins to the Holged Group today. We are proud of the journey La Prairie School has taken and are convinced that its future within such a dedicated and experienced group will bring new opportunities for students, families, and the teaching staff.”
With this new step, Holged confirms its commitment to supporting students in their academic and personal success while continuing its mission to provide modern, inclusive learning environments that meet the highest international standards.
About Holged: Founded in 1986, Holged is a leading educational group in the private education sector, ranging from kindergarten to high school. Today, it encompasses over 17,000 students across 22 campuses affiliated with 9 renowned educational brands, including Yassamine, Jouri, Al Jabr, and KENZI in Morocco, as well as ISC in Tunisia. In recent years, Holged has established itself as one of the foremost private education groups in Morocco and Tunisia, thanks to sustained organic growth and successful acquisitions both in Morocco and Tunisia.
