Notification of PDMRs’ Interests for Pearson plc

This report details a transaction by Tom ap Simon, President of Higher Education and Virtual Learning at Pearson plc. On September 21, 2026, Mr. ap Simon purchased 693.248 American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) of Pearson plc, with each ADR representing one ordinary share of 25 pence. The purchase was made through the Company’s Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) at a price of $15.9905 per ADR, totaling $11,085.39. The transaction took place on the New York Stock Exchange (XNYS). This is an initial notification of the transaction.