Ephrata, PA
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
Ephrata, PA
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
Nashville, TN
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
Madison, AL
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
York, PA
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
Dyer, IN
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
Comstock Park, MI
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
Rogers County, OK
This daycare center is 3555 sqft and sits on .57 acres. It’s been operating for almost 35 years with a great reputation in the community. The center is a turn key, 5 star rated, child care facility,...
$525,000
The Learning Experience is the #1 leader in the daycare and early education industry—with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an amazing...
$150,000
Important disclaimer: This is only one business. This is not a listing for an existing business. SOS Franchising is looking for candidates to open new territories in the US. AUTISM The incidence of...
$45,000
Theory® is a preschool franchise specializing in creating small, safe, beautiful spaces and magical experiences for children through methods and curriculum based in neuroscience. Our philosophy and...
$30,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Building Kidz is one of the leaders in Preschool franchising today! Why? A lower investment, commitment to giving back to the communities it operates in, the highest EBITDA margins in the industry, and impacting children around the globe are just a few reasons.
$100,000
Be your own boss in a growing business segment with a premium, award winning brand. We are looking for the first 10 passionate entrepreneurs to join us in launching the MindChamps Preschools program...
$100,000
Water Wings Swim School transforms lives through the power of swimming, creating confident swimmers and stronger communities. Our pools welcome swimmers from 3 months to adult, with carefully designed...
$50,000
$350,000
Wilmington, DE
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
Not Disclosed
DuPage County, IL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving indoor play space and café located in the heart of an affluent, high-traffic downtown suburb. Built on a heartfelt vision by two local...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $35,129
Dan Adkins
Dan Adkins
Serving Knox County, TN
The agents at Premier Brokerage bring together more than 58 years of combined experience in entrepreneurship, investing, consulting, and brokerage services, totaling over $75 Million in brokered transaction volume. As active entrepreneurs and investors, the team at Premier Brokerage understands the challenges and concerns faced by today’s owners, and the opportunities available for tomorrow.
Cook County, IL
This is an exceptional opportunity to own a well-established supplemental education business that has been serving its local community for over 15 years. As part of a nationally recognized franchise...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Orange County, FL
Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, multi-unit franchise portfolio in the booming children’s fitness and enrichment industry. This package includes: 3 open and operating locations — each cash-flow...
$1,250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Brevard County, FL
Childcare facility with Real Estate Included in Brevard County! This well established 130+ capacity child care center is Gold Seal Accredited and has been serving it's community for years. Located in...
$2,195,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Katy, TX
This is a rare, confidential opportunity to acquire a top-performing, nationally recognized early childhood education franchise in a high-growth suburb of Houston, Texas. The business is fully staffed...
$5,250,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
Whatcom County, WA
With over 1000 centers – and more opening each week – Mathnasium is rapidly growing in neighborhoods around the world. That’s because we are passionate about what we do. It’s also because our...
$100,000
Available in Multiple Locations
A Place To Grow's unique teaching style and eco-friendly vision makes for a powerful business to join.
$75,000
See More FranchisesGreenville, SC
With over 1000 centers – and more opening each week – Mathnasium is rapidly growing in neighborhoods around the world. That’s because we are passionate about what we do. It’s also because our...
$150,000
Cherokee County, GA
With over 1000 centers – and more opening each week – Mathnasium is rapidly growing in neighborhoods around the world. That’s because we are passionate about what we do. It’s also because our...
$250,000
$12,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, FL
Located in Central Florida. Property included in the sale. Schools open 7:00 am to 6:30 pm 10 Classrooms Meals Provided USDA Program Van Included (Ford 2012) Pick up at 4 Elementary schools Take part...
$4,450,000
San Diego County, CA
New Owners will step into a business with outstanding customer service & a strong long-time reputation. Current programs include Recreational Gymnastics, Competitive Gymnastics, Private Lessons and...
$390,000
Cash Flow: $121,000
New York
BUYER MUST BE A NEW YORK STATE LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST This practice has earned a tremendous reputation over the past two decades being in business. Trusted by pediatricians, therapists, and local...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $347,815
Tulare County, CA
- License Capacity: over 130 students, ages 2 ½ - 6 years (preschool and kindergarten) - Well-run, turnkey operation - Seller has owned and operated since school’s inception 43 years ago; Seller is...
$550,000
Aberdeen Township, NJ
Established Tutoring Center Franchise - Aberdeen Township, NJ This profitable tutoring franchise represents an exceptional opportunity in the rapidly growing education sector, projected to reach...
$100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
Hillsborough County’s premier private schools for students with unique abilities. One of the county’s most extensive private school program for students. The School is a non-profit school with an...
$11,000,000
Cash Flow: $821,511
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
The School is well established. This is a must-see school. The School is a licensed and accredited school that offers students a career-focused education taught by industry professionals. We have...
$21,000,000
Cash Flow: $2,440,429
Available in Multiple Locations
Join the #1 childcare franchise!
$150,000
See More FranchisesNassau County, NY
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey and beloved business that is the go-to destination for families. This beautifully designed indoor play space, café, and premier children's party venue...
$210,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Georgia
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing, fully operational childcare center with a licensed capacity of 105 students. This center has deep roots in the community and all the essential...
$649,000
$115,000
Middlesex, NJ
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Memphis, TN
Confidential Offering – Established Daycare + Real Estate Bartlett, Tennessee Submarket | Approx. 6,800 SQ FT | Asking Price: $1,600,000 Keller Williams Commercial presents an exclusive, confidential...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $205,400
Black Diamond, WA
Ash & Elm Preschool & Play Studio presents an exceptional turnkey opportunity in Black Diamond's rapidly expanding family market. This established license-exempt early childhood business combines...
$299,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Skyhawks low initial investment and low royalty fees allow our franchisees to see a return on their investment in a timely manner.
$60,000
See More FranchisesMiddlesex County, CT
LISTING ID # 36860 This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly reputable early learning center with 1.6 acres located in a desirable area of New England. The property is...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $260,671
Columbus, OH
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving early childhood education business with two fully staffed and strategically located centers in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. The facilities are licensed...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $260,000
Hillsborough County, FL
Discover an established, revenue-generating tutoring and academic support franchise with two thriving locations in Hillsborough County, Florida. This semi-absentee-run business is fully staffed with...
$160,000
Cash Flow: $99,771
Edison, NJ
Long-established childcare center located in Edison, New Jersey, serving the community for more than 35 years. Licensed for 55 children (ages 0–13) and operating in a 3,150 sq. ft. fully equipped...
$220,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Deltona, FL
This is a Business-Only sale. The school is licensed for over 60 children and is located in Volusia County. The school was established in 2009. The school takes Toddlers to Kindergarten. The school...
$249,000
Tad Shepperd
Legacy Advisors LLC
Serving Bergen County, NJ
Legacy Advisors LLC is a full-service business brokerage helping individuals and corporations buy and sell businesses. Our market focus is small to mid-size businesses. .
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Volusia County, FL
Well-established Preschool. Licensed for 100+ Open 6:00 am to 6:30 pm 4 classrooms Meals Provided Takes part in ELC, VPK, and USDA Food Program Has on Van Established 1078 5 Staff Members...
$875,000
Austin, TX
This early education center has a strong reputation for providing nurturing, structured, and developmentally appropriate care for children from infancy through pre-K. It is certified as a Texas Rising...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $144,689
$975,000
Montgomery Village, MD
Los Angeles County, CA
This Southern California-based vocational training institute specializes in accelerated training certification programs and continuing education. With nearly two decades of successful operation and...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $338,266
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pinellas County, FL
Rare opportunity to acquire an established preschool and learning center located in a desirable coastal community of Pinellas County. This well-respected childcare center offers a comprehensive early...
$1,399,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!
$50,000
See More FranchisesKing County, WA
Positive Ally Learning Center An Exceptional After-School Leadership Program for Elementary Students Website: positiveally.com Established: 2009 Locations: 4 Eastside Seattle locations Asking Price:...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $650,000
Guilford County, NC
This established CDL school is sought after by students far and wide in NC for its exceptional training. This business opportunity is prime for continued growth with new ownership to continue to build...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $122,549
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Brazoria County, TX
Portfolio of profitable childcare centers with real estate. Texas Rising Star Certified with 4 Star and 3 Star. NCI and Food Program in place already. Total of 4 Vans are included in the purchase...
$3,425,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
Harris County, TX
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a well-established after-school care provider serving families in the Houston area. The business operates directly inside public school buildings across several...
$1,650,000
Cash Flow: $453,969
Alpharetta, GA
Premier Established Child Care Center - Alpharetta, GA This successful premium childcare facility represents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced daycare operator seeking ownership in a...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Roseville, MI
The center provides care for children ranging from 6 weeks old through pre-kindergarten age (up to 5 years). The facility features four classrooms, where children are grouped according to age and...
$425,000
Los Angeles, CA
After 1.5 years of establishing SHIFTR as the go-to source for stick shift lessons throughout California and Washington state, we are offering the opportunity to purchase our business and continue to...
$104,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
St. Cloud, FL
**Turnkey Huntington Learning Center – Exceptional Opportunity** If you are looking for a proven education business with real staying power, this is it. Our Huntington Learning Center in St. Cloud, FL...
$399,000
Morrisville, NC
The Opportunity If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a business that truly makes a difference—one that changes lives while generating strong profits—this is it. We Rock The Spectrum – Cary is a rare...
$367,500
Cash Flow: $82,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Open Your Own ABA Clinic: Make a Difference While Building a Profitable Business. At SOS Franchising, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs to launch successful Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy centers that serve children with autism.
$100,000
See More FranchisesSmall to medium-sized businesses in the education and childcare industry play a vital role in the U.S. economy. They offer important services that foster the early development and educational requirements of children while facilitating parents' participation in the workforce. This sector encompasses a diverse range of enterprises, including structured care facilities, private schools, and specialized services such as test preparation, camps, and professional development.
Some of the most popular categories include:
The median sale price for businesses in this sector in 2023 was $328,000. The average earnings multiple for education and childcare businesses in 2023 was 2.54 and the average revenue multiple was 0.74.
| Year | Median Sale Price | Median Asking Price | |
| 2017 | $370,000 | $400,000 | |
| 2018 | $250,000 | $287,000 | |
| 2019 | $337,500 | $350,000 | |
| 2020 | $340,000 | $375,000 | |
| 2021 | $289,000 | $325,000 | |
| 2022 | $475,000 | $500,000 | |
| 2023 | $328,000 | $350,000 |
Education or childcare business owners looking to exit their business have a multitude of options for sell their business. Whether selling to a family member, employee, a competitor, or placing it on the market, the first step in preparing your business for sale is to understand its value. To get started on an exit strategy, see BizBuySell's Guide to Valuing and Selling an Education or Childcare Business.