How institutions worldwide used Google for Education tools in 2025

Google's release of the Google for Education year-in-review report for 2025 highlights the top ways institutions worldwide utilized new Google for Education features. The report showcases the diverse applications of these tools, from enhanced classroom experiences to streamlined administrative tasks. For website owners, particularly those in the education sector, this means that Google for Education tools are increasingly being integrated into institutional workflows, potentially driving traffic to associated websites and online platforms. As educational institutions leverage these tools, website owners may see an uptick in AI-powered bot traffic, as automated systems interact with their sites to facilitate learning and administrative processes. To prepare for this shift, website owners can take several actionable steps: (1) review their llms.txt files to ensure they are accurately tracking and managing AI bot traffic from Google for Education tools, (2) optimize their website content to be compatible with Google's AI-powered education features, and (3) monitor their website analytics to better understand the impact of Google for Education-driven traffic on their online presence.