Gold & Co., Ltd. (035290)

Overview

GOLD&S Co.,Ltd, formerly known as WFM, Inc. until its name change in March 2021, operates within the education sector in South Korea. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Seoul, the company has diversified its offerings beyond its initial focus. GOLD&S Co.,Ltd is active in several areas of the education business, including after-school education, educational publishing, and the management of academy franchises. In a significant expansion of its business scope, the company has ventured into the second battery cathode material business, marking a diversification into the highly specialized and technologically advanced field of battery materials. This move illustrates a strategic pivot towards sectors with substantial growth potential and technological innovation.

Products and Services

• After-School Education

  Provides comprehensive after-school programs designed to complement the mainstream school curriculum, helping students strengthen their academic foundations and engage in extracurricular learning.

• Educational Publishing

  Develops and publishes a wide range of educational materials and textbooks catering to various subjects and age groups, facilitating both classroom learning and self-study.

• Academy Franchise Businesses

  Offers franchising opportunities for educational academies, enabling entrepreneurs to establish and operate their educational centers under the umbrella of GOLD&S Co.,Ltd’s tried and tested business model.

• Education Software

  Produces and sells proprietary education software designed to enhance the learning experience through interactive lessons and activities, available for both individual and institutional use.

• Book Production

  Produces books across various genres and fields, adding to the company's portfolio of educational publishing by diversifying into general literature and non-fiction.

• English Test Education Services

  Offers specialized courses and training programs aimed at preparing students for English proficiency tests, equipping them with the necessary skills to succeed in these assessments.

• Second Battery Cathode Material Business

  In a notable deviation from its education-centric business model, GOLD&S Co.,Ltd is involved in the production and development of second battery cathode materials, signaling its foray into the renewable energy and electric vehicle sectors.

• Online Education (Siwon School Lab)

  Through its Siwon School Lab brand, the company extends its educational offerings to the online realm, providing digital learning solutions and platforms for students seeking flexible and remote learning options.