EdAid

FCA-authorised education finance P2P platform enabling investors to fund student and professional education loans at competitive rates.

Founded

2015

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General Information

EdAid Ltd (FRN 673376) is an FCA-authorised education finance P2P platform founded in 2015. The platform enables investors to fund student and professional education loans, connecting lenders with borrowers seeking to finance educational pursuits at competitive rates.

EdAid focuses specifically on education lending, a niche segment within UK P2P that aims to align investor returns with positive social outcomes in education access.

How does it work?

EdAid connects investors with borrowers seeking education finance. The platform assesses borrower creditworthiness and the quality of the educational programme being funded. Investors receive interest income as borrowers repay loans.

What do they offer?

Education lending P2P opportunities from approximately £100. Loans fund tuition and related educational costs.

Who is it for?

Suited to investors interested in education-focused lending. Education loans are unsecured and carry default risk. Capital is at risk.

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Last reviewed: February 2026Sources: FCA Register, Companies House, platform disclosures

Disclaimer: This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice and should not be considered as such. In particular, it does not constitute personal advice — please consult a qualified financial adviser to address your particular personal requirements. Other is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), its authors are not financial advisers and it is therefore not authorised to offer financial advice. This article is not intended as an offer, invitation or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any investment, nor is its issuance intended to give rise to any other legal relations whatsoever and must not be relied upon for the purposes of any investment decision. The information contained in this article is subject to updating, revision and amendment.

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