Las Vegas, NV
Preschool and daycare in great location. Revenue has declined from $1.8M in 2024 due to owner not being able to focus on the business. Great opportunity for someone looking for a great deal on a...
$250,000
Day Care and Child Care Centers For Sale
Industry Info
Preschool and Daycare - Motivated Seller, Owner Financed
Turn-Key Child Care Center in Affluent Delaware County Suburb
Unique opportunity to acquire a highly regarded Keystone 4-Star, fully licensed private academic nursery school, with over 40-years of operating history. This offering includes the business, FF&E, and...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $216,730
Successful Child Care Center with 20+ Years - Option to Buy Building
Johnson County, KS
ESTABLISHED CHILD CARE CENTER - 20+ YEARS OF SUCCESS This highly respected child care center in Johnson County, Kansas represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving business with over...
$425,000
Two Well Established Child Care Center for sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pflugerville, TX
Two Well-established Childcare in Pflugerville and Austin, Texas with stable and consistent monthly cash flow. This local gem is strategically positioned in a prime location, with a reputation that...
$4,500,000
Cash Flow: $360,433
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82-Acre/ +122K-SF Specialty Building
Kingston, MA
Online auction: January 26-28, 2026
- 40 miles outside of Boston
- Former school | adaptive repurpose
$750,000 starting bid
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Tutoring Center in a busy plaza
Manteca, CA
Established Best Brains Tutoring Center for Sale in Manteca, CA. Very busy plaza with lots of foot traffic. This award-winning franchise tutoring center presents an exceptional opportunity in one of...
$135,000
6
Established Child Care Center for Sale
Chicago, IL
Established Child Care Center for Sale | Turnkey Business & Real Estate | Prime Northwest Chicago Now available: a well-established, fully licensed child care center for sale in Northwest Chicago,...
$1,150,000
5
Turnkey Indoor Playground & Coffee Shop – Profitable & Community-Loved
Morehead City, NC
Rare opportunity to own a thriving, profitable business in beautiful Morehead City, NC. This unique indoor playground and café has been generating consistent revenue since opening in June 2023, with...
$115,000
6
Established High Demand Daycare Center
Trumbull, CT
This established childcare center presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Fairfield County’s thriving early education market. Operating successfully since 2020, the business has built a...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $239,000
15
Fully equipped spacious daycare Perfect for an owner-operator investor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Citrus Heights, CA
Versatile 4,596 sq. ft. building on 0.78 acres with 19 parking spaces in a high-traffic neighborhood. Currently set up as a daycare, this turnkey facility is ideal for an owner-operator and can easily...
$1,566,000
3
FranchiseSnapology
Available Nationwide
Snapology is a leading children’s enrichment franchise focused on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education through hands-on, play-based learning. With programs that engage kids ages 4–14 through robotics, coding, animation, and themed building activities, Snapology makes learning fun and impactful. The mobile-friendly model offers flexibility and low overhead, making it an ideal opportunity for passionate entrepreneurs looking to bring meaningful educational experiences to their communities. Whether hosted in schools, community centers, or birthday parties, Snapology helps children build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love of learning.
$50,000
LOI already accepted - Established Private Preschool Franchise
Gilbert, AZ
This established private preschool franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in Gilbert, Arizona's thriving childcare market. Licensed for 178 children with current enrollment at 50% capacity, the...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $191,879
Asset SalePreschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Hershey, PA
Hershey, PA
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 450+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
14
Asset SalePreschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise in Coraopolis, PA
Moon Twp, PA
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 450+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$150,000
14
Asset SaleAutism Services & Home Health Franchise Low Investment & Rewarding!
Charlotte, NC
This business model delivers essential, insurance-funded Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and developmental services to children and families, addressing a rapidly growing and underserved healthcare...
$110,000
Asset SaleAutism Services & Home Health Franchise Low Investment & Rewarding!
Plano, TX
This business model delivers essential, insurance-funded Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and developmental services to children and families, addressing a rapidly growing and underserved healthcare...
$110,000
Doug Hubler
Apex Business Advisors
Serving Johnson County, KS
Apex Business Advisors offers a complete business sales, merger and acquisition service. Our experience is critical to a business owner or buyer who needs guidance in completing a successful transaction. We’ve been in the industry since 1998 and have successfully completed hundreds of transactions. Our professionals hold various licenses and professional certifications such as Series 7 and 66, CBI, CPA, Real Estate, Life and Health Insurance, and MBAs. We also have relationships with other professional advisors that can assist in business sale strategy or resources to build your new business. These include Tax Attorneys, Accountants, Insurance, Business Sales Coaching and Wealth Managers. Our professional facilities provide a comfortable meeting space to bring buyers and sellers together. We have the experience, knowledge and skills necessary for any size or type of asset transaction. Our experienced professionals are well equipped to explain the often confusing world of business sales and mergers.
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Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Loma Linda, CA
Redlands, CA
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
14
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Dixon, CA
Dixon, CA
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
14
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Manteca, CA
Manteca, CA
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
14
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Spanish Springs, NV
Sparks, NV
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
14
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Palm Springs, CA
Palm Springs, CA
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
14
FranchiseEssential Speech and ABA Therapy
Available in Multiple Locations
At Essential Speech and ABA Therapy, children on the autism spectrum have a team behind them!
$75,000
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Clay, NY
Clay, NY
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
14
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Kansas City, MO
Gladstone, MO
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
14
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Ephrata, PA
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
14
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Antioch, TN
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
14
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Madison, AL
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
13
Asset SaleNew Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - York, PA
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
13
Start-upPreschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Birmingham, AL
The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education industry with over 450+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an...
$60,000
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Start-upThe Learning Experience Franchise
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
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Start-upAutism Therapy Center (ABA) - Franchise Opportunity
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
13
Start-upOpen a Micro Preschool in Your Community!
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
4
FranchiseBrain Balance Achievement Centers
Available in Multiple Locations
A sustainable franchise that addresses a growing need and changes people’s lives
$125,000
Own a Modern, Systemized Childcare Center with Proven Reputation
Las Vegas, NV
Exciting opportunity to own a fully licensed, technology-integrated childcare center serving children ages 12 weeks to 12 years. The business has been modernized and systemized with many five-star...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $401,965
Multilingual Preschools with Flexible Enrollment and Growth Potential
Brentwood, TN
This multicultural preschool blends immersive language programs with high-quality childcare, creating a rich environment for global learning and personal development. Buyers can select from tailored...
$659,000
Cash Flow: $539,860
Premier established child care center for sale
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
Preschool Business For Sale Roseville, CA
Roseville, CA
Located in a prime Roseville, CA business corridor with convenient access to major roadways, shopping centers, and residential neighborhoods. The proper ty sits in a well- maintained commercial area...
$576,000
Culturally Rich Early Education with Scalable Business Model
Katy, TX
Driven by a passion for cultural diversity and multilingual learning, this preschool brings energy and purpose to early education. Its flexible enrollment models adapt smoothly to communities of all...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $510,192
FranchiseAll About Kids
Available in Multiple Locations
Our GREEN Childcare and Learning center is one of a kind! Find out why and ask to see our Item 19!
$150,000
Daycare Center – Southern New Jersey – State?Subsidized – Strong Growt
Camden, NJ
Outstanding opportunity to acquire an established, daycare center located in Southern New Jersey. The center operates within approximately 3,000 sq. ft. of with good rent, making it an appealing...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $230,159
Lifestyle Friendly Business Built on Long-Term Client Relationships
Durham, NC
Imagine owning a business that truly makes a difference in families' lives while giving you the work-life balance you've been searching for. You'll love how this business practically runs itself. The...
$127,900
Cash Flow: $186,918
Established Early Childhood Education Franchise
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Texas
This is a unique opportunity to purchase an operational/turnkey high quality, early childhood education center located in Houston, TX. This franchised childcare center is an established, trusted name...
$4,400,000
Premium Childcare Center Franchise in Hamilton County Tennessee
Hamilton County, TN
SBA Pre-Qualified! Seize the chance to acquire a premium Childcare Center franchise in Hamilton County TN. The real estate can be included in the purchase for an additional $6,750,000.00 - a huge...
$2,625,000
Cash Flow: $592,003
Established Early Childhood Education Franchise
Arizona
This is a unique opportunity to purchase your very own fully operational/ turnkey high quality, early childhood education center. This franchised childcare center is an established, trusted name in...
$1,200,000
Thomas Varga
Kreshmore Group
Serving Cook County, IL
Kreshmore Group (KG), started operations in 2009 through its predecessors and grown to become Chicago’s preeminent restructuring and M&A advisory company. The firm serves myriad niche industries while focusing on lower-middle & mid-market companies within the continental United States. KG assists clients in restructures/turnarounds, workouts, recapitalizations, mergers, acquisitions, preparing companies to sell, senior and subordinated debt structuring, c-suite advisory, outsourced analytics and modeling, and solving complex financial problems with unique solutions. Headquartered in Lemont, Illinois, KG is known within the Chicagoland area as a tenacious and hyper-focused strategic consulting firm. Kreshmore Group consists of a creative, cohesive and diverse team with over 175 years of combined relevant experience.
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Established Early Childhood Education Franchise
Georgia
This is a unique opportunity to purchase your very own fully operational/ turnkey high quality, early childhood education center. This franchised childcare center is an established, trusted name in...
$1,400,000
Profitable Childcare Business and Real Estate For Sale in Georgia
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hall County, GA
Established childcare center with real estate located in Hall County, Georgia, presenting an exceptional investment opportunity combining operational stability with significant growth potential. The...
$4,235,000
EBITDA: $255,000
Turn-Key Childcare Center in Tampa + Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tampa, FL
Offered for sale is a fully improved, turn-key Learning Center located in the heart of the Tampa Bay market, providing an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking entry into...
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$950,000
Cash Flow: $157,000
Attractive Preschool Opportunity in Coastal Pinellas County
Pinellas County, FL
This established preschool presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator seeking a stable early-education business in a desirable Gulf-coast community. The center is licensed for over 40...
$199,000
Day Care and Kids Camp
Bucks County, PA
Established childcare center and thriving kids camp serving children from 6 weeks through 5th grade. With a loyal client base, consistent enrollment, strong referral pipeline, and proven profitability...
$493,500
Cash Flow: $210,736
FranchiseSuccess on the Spectrum
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
Child Play Area For Sale
Eldersburg, MD
Easy to run, profitable indoor playground/ event venue with tremendous room for growth. This indoor playground has been a trusted name in the community for nearly seven years. Despite minimal...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Established Early Childhood Education Platform | 2 Operating Locations
South Carolina
Inquiries are subject to NDA prior to release of identifying details. This offering presents the opportunity to acquire an established early childhood education platform operating across two...
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$550,000
Well-Established Childcare & Martial Arts Studio Positioned for Growth
Houston, TX
BUDGET BUSINESS BROKERS: This established childcare business family owned and operated by the current owners for 33 years (since June 1992) and has remained in the same location for nearly 20 years....
3
$225,000
Cash Flow: $58,000
Established Private-Pay Childcare Center with Scalable EBITDA Growth
Nebraska
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This established childcare center represents a premium investment opportunity in Nebraska's day care sector. Operating since 2018, the business generates $1.4M in annual revenue with...
5
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $208,069
Exceptional Est. Daycare Business in Texas
Harris County, TX
LISTING ID # 37331 If you've been searching for a thriving, reputable childcare center in the Harris County, Texas area, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. For over 21 years, this...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
FranchiseApex Leadership Co
Available in Multiple Locations
Raise more funds. Build stronger leaders. Own a mission-driven business that transforms schools and communities.
$150,000
West Austin Premier Childrens Indoor Play & Party
Austin, TX
Now on the Market – West Austin's Premier Indoor Play & Party Imagine owning a thriving play village designed to spark imagination, connection, and joy for both kids and parents. With over $160,000 in...
$169,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Buy or Sell a Day Care or Child Care Business
The U.S. childcare industry is a $50+ billion market and grows every year. This growth is driven by several factors, including increased participation of women in the workforce, rising parental awareness about early childhood education, and the prevalence of dual-income households.
If you are in the market to buy or sell a day care or childcare business, it’s important to understand how these businesses perform financially, and how they are valued in the business for sale market. To help you get started, we have aggregated data from childcare business for sale listings to surface typical financials as well as revenue and earnings multiples based on asking prices. These values can provide relevant context when evaluating individual businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
352 |
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Median Asking Price |
$575,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$683,207 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$200,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Day Care and Child Care Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.57 |
2.16 |
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Median |
0.93 |
3.17 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.96 |
4.36 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Day Care & Child Care Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a childcare business?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for a childcare business is $575,000.
How much do childcare business owners earn?
Day care and childcare business owners report median annual sales of $683,207 and annual owner earnings of $200,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a day care or childcare business?
Valuing a day care or childcare business involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among childcare businesses listed for sale range from 0.57 to 1.96, with the median at 0.93. Earnings multiples range from 2.16 to 4.36, with the median at 3.17. These values suggest the average childcare business in the U.S. may sell for around 0.93 times its annual revenue, and 3.17 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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