AUS Education & Training Early Education - PPC Market Share Analysis March 2026

Leveraging Adthena’s Whole Market View, this analysis explores recent trends in Google Ads for the AUS Early Education category from the last month. Our Data Analyst, Ask Arlo provides commentary on key findings.

Early Education – AUS

Google AI Overview visibility for Education & Training Early Education AUS

See how often AIOs appear and how search intent is distributed across buying signals.

AIO Frequency

How often a Google AI overview appears on search terms relevant to this category.

Frequency Percentage
Frequency 23.7272375048
76.2727624952
23%

Complex Query Frequency

A complex query is a longer, more detailed search that often contains multiple keywords, specific conditions, or multi-part questions.

Frequency Percentage
Frequency 61
39
61%

Search Intent Distribution

Breakdown of search queries by their underlying goal.

Intent Distribution
Investigational 26%
Transactional 0%
Navigational 0%
Seasonal 0%
Local 0%
Problem Solving 2%

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Market Exposure

Share of Clicks for top 10 AUS Education & Training Early Education brands

Here are the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Clicks for the last month.

Share of Clicks - Last month
Share of Clicks - Last month
Domain Share of clicks
itac.edu.au 11.36
open.edu.au 10.98
foundationeducation.edu.au 10.66
swinburneonline.edu.au 7.92
opencolleges.edu.au 4.61
macquarie.nsw.edu.au 2.8
sageeducation.edu.au 2.8
goodstart.org.au 2.37
guardian.edu.au 2.21
actac.com.au 2.17
others 42.12
  • itac.edu.au - 11.36%
  • open.edu.au - 10.98%
  • foundationeducation.edu.au - 10.66%
  • swinburneonline.edu.au - 7.92%
  • opencolleges.edu.au - 4.61%
  • macquarie.nsw.edu.au - 2.8%
  • sageeducation.edu.au - 2.8%
  • goodstart.org.au - 2.37%
  • guardian.edu.au - 2.21%
  • actac.com.au - 2.17%
  • others - 42.12%

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In the education PPC landscape, ‘others’ dominate with 42.12% click share, while ‘itac.edu.au’ leads individual domains at 11.36%.

Market Exposure

Share of Spend for the top 10 AUS Education & Training Early Education brands

Curious about your market position? Here you can see the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Spend for the last month. 

Share of Spend - Last Month
Share of Spend - Last Month
Date foundationeducation.edu.au itac.edu.au swinburneonline.edu.au open.edu.au opencolleges.edu.au sageeducation.edu.au macquarie.nsw.edu.au actac.com.au guardian.edu.au acu.edu.au
2026/02/01 14.28% 15.35% 10.07% 15.66% 2.32% 2.91% 3.39% 3.67% 0.29% 4.13%
2026/02/02 6.56% 16.62% 8.44% 17.94% 5.4% 3.68% 4.95% 2.03% 1.17% 3.29%
2026/02/03 0.57% 12.85% 9.99% 15.55% 7.15% 4.3% 4.28% 2.88% 3.07% 4.02%
2026/02/04 10.42% 14.68% 8.81% 8.98% 6.05% 3.77% 1.77% 5.56% 5.09% 1.81%
2026/02/05 10.34% 14.35% 13.09% 13.17% 6.15% 3.63% 3.67% 3.5% 1.43% 1.41%
2026/02/06 10.55% 14.51% 12.46% 12.81% 5.39% 4.54% 3.23% 4.1% 1.76% 1.2%
2026/02/07 13.32% 16.68% 9.9% 13.71% 2.91% 2.7% 3.35% 2.13% 1.11% 3.01%
2026/02/08 14.57% 16.29% 6.38% 12.91% 2.15% 2.88% 3.74% 1.29% 3.15% 3.16%
2026/02/09 9.41% 18.59% 6.03% 8.64% 5.69% 3.97% 3.66% 2.4% 1.85% 1.97%
2026/02/10 12.03% 15.63% 6.86% 9.69% 4.97% 3.85% 4.78% 3.05% 1.1% 0.63%
2026/02/11 10.68% 17.91% 9.28% 9.32% 4.43% 3.84% 4.78% 3.06% 2% 0.86%
2026/02/12 11.25% 19.23% 11.16% 13.91% 4.15% 4.25% 2.26% 3.14% 0.84% 0.84%
2026/02/13 10.49% 14.42% 12.38% 12.73% 5.36% 4.51% 3.21% 4.07% 1.75% 1.19%
2026/02/14 13.17% 16.48% 9.78% 13.55% 2.88% 2.67% 3.31% 2.1% 1.1% 2.97%
2026/02/15 14.4% 16.1% 6.31% 12.76% 2.12% 2.85% 3.7% 1.27% 3.12% 3.46%
2026/02/16 9.4% 18.56% 6.02% 8.63% 5.68% 3.96% 3.65% 2.4% 1.85% 1.97%
2026/02/17 9.16% 14.34% 9% 16.21% 5.36% 2.82% 2.31% 4.27% 1.02% 0.22%
2026/02/18 11.57% 19.6% 9.01% 14.28% 4.76% 2.52% 5.1% 3.36% 1.43% 0.16%
2026/02/19 15.53% 14.51% 9.84% 11.05% 7.55% 5.16% 2.46% 1.18% 1.97% 0.48%
2026/02/20 0.93% 20.76% 12.55% 17.33% 5.96% 3.23% 3.35% 2.13% 1.17% 0.09%
2026/02/21 0.77% 20.32% 9.13% 16.34% 7.12% 4.95% 3.12% 2.51% 2.65% 0.18%
2026/02/22 0.55% 18.35% 9.76% 14.36% 7.78% 4.32% 5.68% 2.54% 1.44% 0.99%
2026/02/23 13.38% 15.5% 10.78% 7.11% 9.33% 3.34% 2% 0.79% 2.58% 0.48%
2026/02/24 13.92% 16.38% 12.73% 9.26% 3.6% 2.41% 0.82% 5.28% 1.13% 1.76%
2026/02/25 15.82% 17.15% 8.38% 9.26% 3.21% 3.25% 4.23% 4.57% 1.72% 0.25%
2026/02/26 19.51% 17.7% 10.57% 7.58% 4.67% 2.31% 2.36% 2.97% 2.64% 0.6%
2026/02/27 19.36% 18.08% 7.6% 8.18% 5.57% 2.26% 2.4% 1.95% 3.1% 0.23%
2026/02/28 21.19% 14.73% 11.81% 8.6% 4.79% 2.43% 2.15% 1.01% 0.22% 0.2%
  • foundationeducation.edu.au
  • itac.edu.au
  • swinburneonline.edu.au
  • open.edu.au
  • opencolleges.edu.au
  • sageeducation.edu.au
  • macquarie.nsw.edu.au
  • actac.com.au
  • guardian.edu.au
  • acu.edu.au

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In February 2026, Foundation Education’s PPC spend share fluctuated, peaking at 21.19% on the 28th. ITAC maintained a steady presence, while Swinburne Online saw varied performance. Open.edu.au and Open Colleges experienced ups and downs, with Open.edu.au peaking early. Sage Education and Macquarie had modest shares, while ACTAC and Guardian showed sporadic activity. ACU’s share was minimal, ending the month at 0.20%.

Market Exposure

Competitor Count for AUS Education & Training Early Education

Ever wondered how many competitors you’re up against in your industry? Well look no further, here we can see the number of advertisers bidding over the last month. 

Competitor Count - Last month
Competitor Count - Last month
Date Competitor Count
2026/02/01 139
2026/02/02 147
2026/02/03 158
2026/02/04 143
2026/02/05 148
2026/02/06 150
2026/02/07 151
2026/02/08 150
2026/02/09 149
2026/02/10 151
2026/02/11 146
2026/02/12 148
2026/02/13 150
2026/02/14 151
2026/02/15 150
2026/02/16 149
2026/02/17 139
2026/02/18 137
2026/02/19 145
2026/02/20 128
2026/02/21 130
2026/02/22 134
2026/02/23 140
2026/02/24 139
2026/02/25 142
2026/02/26 140
2026/02/27 138
2026/02/28 141

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February saw a dynamic shift in distinct advertisers, starting at 139 and peaking at 158. Mid-month stability was followed by a decline, ending at 141.

Campaign Efficiency

Market Loss & Market Gains for AUS Education & Training Early Education

Here we’re looking at the Top 10 biggest industry movers by market share gains and losses for the last 30 days.

Market Loss & Market Gains - Last month
Market Loss & Market Gains - Last month
Name Market Trend
foundationeducation.edu.au 1.86%
oac.edu.au 0.84%
itac.edu.au 0.76%
nido.edu.au 0.72%
busybees.edu.au 0.66%
westernsydney.edu.au -0.6%
ikon.edu.au -0.64%
southperthearlylearningschool.com.au -0.81%
acu.edu.au -0.94%
open.edu.au -1.53%

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Foundationeducation.edu.au surged with a 1.86 increase, while open.edu.au dropped by 1.53.

Campaign Efficiency

AUS Education & Training Early Education Share of Impressions

Take a look at the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Impressions over the last month.

Date foundationeducation.edu.au itac.edu.au swinburneonline.edu.au open.edu.au opencolleges.edu.au oac.edu.au sageeducation.edu.au macquarie.nsw.edu.au actac.com.au guardian.edu.au
2026/02/01 17.26% 10.39% 7.92% 16.04% 1.56% 0.05% 1.9% 2.25% 2.21% 0.72%
2026/02/02 6.18% 13.65% 7.17% 16.34% 4.05% 0.87% 2.89% 3.65% 1.58% 1.55%
2026/02/03 0.69% 9.61% 8.55% 13.98% 5.76% 0.06% 3.33% 3.16% 2.34% 4.32%
2026/02/04 13% 11.23% 6.75% 7.14% 6.23% 0.67% 2.47% 1.3% 4.33% 5.33%
2026/02/05 15.67% 10.93% 10.6% 11.76% 5.83% 2.44% 2.47% 2.74% 2.21% 2.31%
2026/02/06 11.58% 11.87% 10.35% 11.26% 5.84% 2.9% 3.1% 2.36% 2.89% 2.25%
2026/02/07 15.57% 11.39% 8.37% 11.51% 6.77% 0.59% 1.82% 2.25% 1.55% 1.64%
2026/02/08 14.23% 13.47% 5.16% 12.07% 1.69% 1.73% 1.99% 2.55% 1.01% 4.29%
2026/02/09 12.66% 14.43% 4.82% 7.49% 4.42% 2.55% 2.6% 2.68% 1.84% 2.45%
2026/02/10 12.71% 11.35% 5.04% 11.36% 5.77% 3.21% 2.42% 3.37% 2.01% 0.82%
2026/02/11 11.19% 14.44% 8.08% 8.28% 5.03% 1.53% 2.89% 3.73% 2.17% 2.31%
2026/02/12 12.14% 14.44% 9.13% 12.32% 2.79% 1.37% 2.76% 1.59% 2.15% 0.79%
2026/02/13 11.58% 11.87% 10.35% 11.26% 5.84% 2.9% 3.1% 2.36% 2.89% 2.25%
2026/02/14 15.57% 11.39% 8.37% 11.51% 6.77% 0.59% 1.82% 2.25% 1.55% 1.64%
2026/02/15 14.23% 13.47% 5.16% 12.07% 1.69% 1.73% 1.99% 2.55% 1.01% 4.29%
2026/02/16 12.66% 14.43% 4.82% 7.49% 4.42% 2.55% 2.6% 2.68% 1.84% 2.45%
2026/02/17 8.05% 11.1% 7.69% 20.41% 5% 2.55% 1.71% 1.84% 3.01% 1.18%
2026/02/18 12.06% 14.28% 7.23% 12.52% 6.17% 2.02% 1.6% 3.32% 2.37% 1.58%
2026/02/19 17.74% 10.35% 7.77% 9.58% 9.78% 2.08% 3.2% 1.49% 0.91% 2.87%
2026/02/20 0.88% 14.7% 10.17% 14.65% 7.29% 5.49% 2.4% 2.57% 1.63% 2%
2026/02/21 0.79% 17.5% 7.16% 15.35% 6.83% 0.07% 3.72% 2.31% 1.88% 3.78%
2026/02/22 0.56% 14.4% 7.67% 13.05% 6.46% 2.2% 3.21% 6.96% 1.86% 2.02%
2026/02/23 15.83% 12.22% 8.79% 6.24% 10.12% 2.38% 2.2% 1.59% 0.58% 2.74%
2026/02/24 18.44% 11.2% 9.59% 7.42% 3.02% 2.89% 1.73% 0.63% 3.74% 1.68%
2026/02/25 16.84% 12.81% 6.63% 7.58% 2.09% 3.89% 2.38% 3.17% 3.26% 2.32%
2026/02/26 19.05% 14.42% 8.45% 6.41% 5.47% 5.17% 1.62% 1.96% 2.26% 2.98%
2026/02/27 22.56% 12.08% 5.51% 6.27% 8.15% 2.91% 1.27% 1.55% 1.66% 3.26%
2026/02/28 25.15% 10.36% 9.22% 6.71% 3.37% 2.08% 1.7% 1.53% 0.86% 0.45%
  • foundationeducation.edu.au
  • itac.edu.au
  • swinburneonline.edu.au
  • open.edu.au
  • opencolleges.edu.au
  • oac.edu.au
  • sageeducation.edu.au
  • macquarie.nsw.edu.au
  • actac.com.au
  • guardian.edu.au

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Foundationeducation.edu.au started February strong, dipped mid-month, then surged to finish at 25.15%. Itac.edu.au maintained a steady presence, peaking at 17.5%. Swinburneonline.edu.au fluctuated, ending at 9.22%. Open.edu.au saw highs early, closing at 6.71%. Opencolleges.edu.au had a varied month, peaking at 10.12%. Oac.edu.au remained low, ending at 2.08%. Sageeducation.edu.au showed minor fluctuations, closing at 1.7%. Macquarie.nsw.edu.au had a mixed month, finishing at 1.53%. Actac.com.au saw ups and downs, ending at 0.86%. Guardian.edu.au fluctuated, closing at 0.45%.

Campaign Efficiency

Google Text Ad Copy Insights & Creative Trends for AUS Education & Training Early Education

Ever wondered how your rivals’ ads are doing? Here we can see the top-performing ads in the industry over the last month.

Google Text Ad Copy Insights & Creative Trends for AUS Education & Training Early Education - Last month
  1. 1
    CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care https://www.actac.com.au

    Study CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education online and become a childcare worker or educator, nationally recognised Australia-wide

  2. 2
    CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education Online | FE https://www.foundationeducation.edu.au

    Study Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care to become a childcare assistant. Progress your career with a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

  3. 3
    Uni Credits While in School | Get a Head Start on University https://www.griffith.edu.au › uni › headstart

    Fast track your future with Griffith Head Start. Skip the queue, start uni early. Unlock your potential with Head Start for valuable skills and knowledge in high school. Industry Connections. Hundreds of Scholarships. Innovative Learning. Top 2% Worldwide. Degree programs: Bridging Programs, Tertiary Preparation.

  4. 4
    Cert III in Early Childhood | Study Online in 6 Months https://www.itac.edu.au › early-childhood › certificate-iii

    Study Cert III Early Childhood Education online with trainer support. Finish in 6 months. Get your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Flexible study, no exams. Accelerated Learning.

  5. 5
    Single Subject Study Credit | 1000s of Courses in One Place https://www.open.edu.au › online › courses

    Explore 1000s of online courses from leading AU unis, & find the best fit for your goals. Try our course matching quiz to help you narrow down your study options. Ongoing Support. Personalised Advice. HECS & FEE-HELP Options.

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In the competitive landscape of early education PPC ads, themes of flexibility and career advancement shine. ACTAC and Foundation Education emphasize online study for childcare careers, while Griffith University offers a head start with uni credits. ITAC highlights accelerated learning, and Open University promotes diverse course options.

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