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Child Care and Preschool Excellent Location in Mesa, AZ #11141

Mesa, AZ

This Childcare center has a license for 59 children. It is located in a Food City Shopping Center, so pick-up and drop-off are effortless. It has 3,600 sq ft of space. The Owner wants to retire and is...

$280,000

$280,000

Cash Flow: $54,000

Preschool/Daycare South of Murfreesboro

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Shelbyville, TN

This Preschool has built a trusted reputation in the community for providing safe, nurturing, and educational child care services. From its humble beginnings in 2015, the business has consistently...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Preschool Business For Sale Dublin, CA

Dublin, CA

Located in a bustling commercial area of Dublin, The area is known for its easy access to major roads like Interstate 580 and 680, making it convenient for both local and regional travel. It's close...

$500,000

$500,000

Daycare for sale in South Jersey

New Jersey

Daycare for sale in South Jersey. Located in large strip center on busy main highway. Excellent demographics. Licensed for 42 kids ages 0-13. 20 children currently enrolled. Well established. Same...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Two Daycare/Preschools in same city - West of Toledo, Ohio

Ohio

Two Daycare Centers - Preschools in the same West of Toledo, Ohio city. Both with 5 Star Rating. In excess of $1.6M in combined annual Gross Revenue with Seller Discretionary Earnings approaching...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $580,000

Quality Preschool in Prime Broward County Location

Broward County, FL

With a loyal base of families and a team of experienced educators in place, the school offers an excellent opportunity for an investor, educator, or operator looking to step into a well-run business...

$1,399,000

$1,399,000

Large Preschool with Step Up Program in Broward County

Broward County, FL

Exceptional opportunity to acquire an established preschool and early learning center located in Sunrise, FL. This well-regarded academy has built a strong reputation for providing a nurturing...

$349,000

$349,000

Turnkey Childcare with Real Estate in Tarrant County, TX at $1.125 Mn

Tarrant County, TX

Opportunity to own a renovated, mid-sized childcare center in Tarrant County. The sale includes the business, real estate, and all furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E). The building is...

$1,125,000

$1,125,000

High Quality DFW Area Childcare Center

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Dfw, TX

This unique opportunity is located in the Greater DFW suburban area and would be a great opportunity to begin or add to your DFW presence. The school has a great reputation for quality education as...

$5,200,000

$5,200,000

EBITDA: $459,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Licensed Preschool (131-Lic.) w/ Long-Term Ground Lease.

Whittier, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected, fully operational preschool business located in a densely populated part of Whittier, California. This is a turnkey child care center licensed for 131...

$1,980,000

$1,980,000

EBITDA: $410,000

Preschool Business For Sale Alameda, CA

Alameda, CA

A historic property built in 1908, Situated directly across from Chochenyo Park, the location offers a convenient and pleasant setting. Additionally, the property features a spacious basement. It is...

$600,000

$600,000

Preschool For Sale Milpitas, CA

Milpitas, CA

A suburban city in Santa Clara County within the San Francisco Bay Area. This address sits in a family-friendly neighborhood near the base of the eastern foothills and is conveniently positioned close...

$850,000

$850,000

Established Childcare Center - Passaic Country

Passaic County, NJ

Here is your opportunity to stop working for someone else and own your very own Child Care Center. The size makes it perfect for someone just starting out on their own or a director looking to step...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $131,741

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Day Care, Berkeley County Prime location

Berkeley County, SC

A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, fully licensed daycare center located in the Moncks Corner/Pinopolis area of South Carolina. In continuous operation since 2009, this center has...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $109,080

Preschool For Sale Daly City, CA

Daly City, CA

A community-focused location that houses several early childhood education centers and cultural organizations. Situated in a diverse neighborhood, it’s home to preschools like Star Academy and Young...

$300,000

$300,000

Ross Lefkowitz

Benjamin Ross Group

Serving Kent County, DE

The Benjamin Ross Group is the most experienced, professional and exclusive business sales, mergers and acquisition firm in the Mid-Atlantic Region. With over 30 years experience, the professional business brokers at Benjamin Ross Group are the experts. We represent well managed businesses, regardless of their size. When making a significant financial decision, you owe it to yourself to....Experience the Professional Difference. For more information, go to: www.BenjaminRossGroup.com

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Preschool & Childcare Center Located in Northeast Ohio

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Ohio

A preschoool and childcare center focused on helping children hit their developmental milestones. Serving children from 6 weeks to 12 years old....

$779,000

$779,000

EBITDA: $234,288

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Top DFW Suburban Primrose School

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Texas

This may be the best opportunity for a buyer to own one of the best Primrose schools without being placed on a waiting list. This highly sought-after childcare franchise brand is in one of the rapidly...

$10,900,000

$10,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,300,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Childcare Center with RE for Sale in Morris County

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Morris County, NJ

Childcare Center for Sale in Morris County List Price: $799,000 (Includes Real Estate) This established Montessori childcare center, with over 23 years of excellence, is now available for purchase. It...

$799,000

$799,000

Cash Flow: $195,876

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established South Texas Child Care Business

Texas

Thriving South Texas Child Care Center – Licensed for 400+ Children – $500K Cash Flow – Semi-Absentee Ownership Asking Price: $2,500,000 Cash Flow: $500,000 Gross Revenue: $2,500,000 Location: South...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Reputable Child Care Center NW Arkansas

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Arkansas

This state-accredited, award-winning, facility was founded with the singular purpose of providing an environment where everyone can learn. With a unique teaching approach and a passionate staff, this...

$1,475,000

$1,475,000

Cash Flow: $227,216

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Beautiful School for Sale in Collin County #2140

Texas

This Preschool is a well-respected and trusted early childcare center that has garnered significant esteem in Collin County. They have a quality, nurturing and educated staff providing a positive...

$438,000

$438,000

Cash Flow: $160,892

A Beautiful 2,100 sq. ft. Pre-School Daycare: Owner is retiring

Chester County, PA

Expansion Potential: Opportunity to relocate the elementary program to a separate facility, unlocking capacity growth in the current preschool setup. Minimal outbound advertising and room to grow with...

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $39,472

Childcare Center for Sale - Passaic County

Passaic County, NJ

Childcare Center Business for Sale Price: $365,000 Highlights: Location: Passaic County • License 75 children • Staff: 7 FT 2 PT (classroom staff) • Staff: 1 FT Director/Owner • Hours: 7:30-4:30 •...

$365,000

$365,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Oakdale, NY

Childcare in Rowlett/Rockwall/Fate at $3.25 Mn -RE and Business

Rockwall County, TX

Established Childcare in the Rowlett/Rockwall/Fate area. The building is 9,000+ Sqft on 1.5+ Acres of land. New updates to the building in the last 2-3 years. The licensed capacity is over 180+...

$3,250,000

$3,250,000

Tarrant County Preschool at $3.2 Mn - RE with Business

Tarrant County, TX

Opportunity to Purchase and own this Preschool in the Tarrant County area. The building is approximately 10,000 sqft on 1.25+ acres of land. The licensed capacity is over 200 students. Current...

$3,200,000

$3,200,000

EBITDA: $140,000

Denton County - High End Preschool at $5.5 - RE with Business

Denton County, TX

This currently operating Childcare is located in one of the fastest growing suburb of DFW. High income demographic profile. Building is over 14,000 sqft on 2+ acres of land. Building, Playground...

$5,500,000

$5,500,000

EBITDA: $100,000

Denton County Childcare for $1.795 Mn - Includes RE and Business

Denton County, TX

Great Opportunity to Purchase this Well Established and Profitable Childcare Center in Denton county. Sale includes Business and Real Estate. Freestanding Building 7,000+ sqft Licensed capacity of...

$1,795,000

$1,795,000

Cash Flow: $159,000

Collin County Preschool Priced for Land & Building

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Texas

We are selling a beautiful, well-established early childhood learning center southwest of the DFW Metroplex. The center has been in business for over 20 years, has a stellar reputation, and has an...

$4,500,000

$4,500,000

Cash Flow: $291,647

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Two Preschools in North Texas for Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Texas

We are selling two preschools located in the North Texas area. Both schools teach children from infant to school age. The current owner is absentee from both locations; they have a director in each...

$3,300,000

$3,300,000

Cash Flow: $459,197

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

High Quality Preschool Center For Sale

Middlesex County, NJ

This is a great opportunity to own a well-established (15 yrs) Montessori learning center with a long record of quality childcare. Located in a moderate suburban town, the school provides a nurturing...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $137,466

Established Childcare Center – Growth Opportunity

Sacramento County, CA

Serving families in the community since 1995, this early education center is approved for 39 children and offers year-round programs for infants through pre-K, plus before and after-school care. With...

$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $3,858

Raise Funds & Spirits In Your Community - Leadership & Fitness

San Francisco, CA

Looking for a business opportunity that combines your passion for leadership development and fitness while making a significant impact in your community? Here's a chance to own a franchise that is...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Childcare Learning Education and Elementary Private School

Las Vegas, NV

Your chance to own a Profitable & Fully Accredited Daycare/Preschool Private School in SW Las Vegas Established & Well-Staffed – Experienced, compassionate educators already in place, expected to stay...

$3,900,000

$3,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,333,781

The Learning Experience Franchise

Reputable Daycare and Montessori including Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Waterloo, ON

This is your chance to own a well established and turnkey daycare and montessori, including its property. With a strong 46-year operating history, and an established business model, this is the...

$2,310,000

$2,310,000

Cash Flow: $306,524

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

$50,000. REDUCED DOWN! Daycare Center-Unlock the Potential!! #11114

Mesa, AZ

Don't miss out on this licensed Daycare Center. It is licensed for 65 children, operates absentee, with very low rent of $2,850. Per month, and has a solid foundation and loyal clients. This facility...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $44,000

Long-Standing Child Care Center | 83-Lic. | Turnkey | Value-Add.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Davis, CA

Overview This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established child care center in Davis, CA, with over 40 years of operation and a licensed capacity of 83 children. Located in the Greater...

$1,570,000

$1,570,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

GOLD STAR Childcare Academy Available – Turnkey Opportunity!

Lorain County, OH

Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established childcare center with a strong reputation for providing quality early childhood education and care. This turnkey business offers a safe, nurturing...

$145,000

$145,000

Cash Flow: $61,467

Early Childhood Education Business in Eastern Idaho

Idaho Falls, ID

For over 30 years, this well-respected early childhood education center has been a trusted provider of quality care and education for children from infancy through age 12. With nearly 200 students...

$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $223,212

Well-Respected Multicultural Daycare Close to NYC Transportation

Hudson County, NJ

This diverse and multicultural daycare supports English and dual-language learning. Their curriculum develops students who can become bilingual in 3 languages and it helps children build stronger...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $409,701

Stellar Collin County Child Care Franchise

Collin County, TX

If you want one of the best performing schools in Texas, from one of the biggest and highest quality brands in the industry, this is the school you have been waiting for. This school has wonderful...

$4,800,000

$4,800,000

Cash Flow: $900,000

Daycare

Warren County, OH

This established daycare center, located in the heart of a thriving and affluent community in Warren County, presents a unique opportunity for a motivated owner-operator. Originally founded by two...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $95,400

Joseph Dispenziere

Corefit Consulting

Serving Ocean County, NJ

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Multi-Site Childcare Portfolio, 7 Locations in Ohio, $2M SDE

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Mahoning County, OH

Seize the opportunity to acquire a rapidly growing multi-location childcare portfolio with 7 well-positioned centers and $2M in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE). Several locations have opened in...

$12,000,000

$12,000,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Childcare Center Located near Hartford, CT

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

East Hartford, CT

Focused on providing a clean, safe, and affordable haven for all children. Offering full time programming ages 15 months to 6 years and Summer programs to school aged children. Preschool aged ratio of...

$4,250,000

$4,250,000

EBITDA: $858,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Autism Therapy Center (ABA) - Franchise Opportunity

Well established Daycare

New Castle County, DE

Drastic price adjustment. New asking price is $280,000 Established Family-Owned Daycare – Turnkey & Expandable This well-established, family-owned daycare serves infants through school-age children,...

$280,000

$280,000

Cash Flow: $171,782

012978--DE Long-Standing, Successful Childcare Company for Sale.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

New Castle County, DE

012978--DE*****Mostly private pay clientele.*****Non-owner management team in place.*****Unfilled licensed capacity is available to improve performance; however market value is based on actual...

$1,171,000

$1,171,000

Cash Flow: $203,759

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Rare Established Pre-School

San Francisco, CA

New fully Remodelled Facility. Capacity of 49 students. Future projection is estimated at $1.7M. San Francisco-based Preschool and program center. The company is fully licensed by the California...

$750,000

$750,000

Large Childcare Business Central NC

North Carolina

A large, well-established childcare business with an excellent reputation, a high state rating, and loyal long-term employees. RE is not available for purchase. The owner of RE will not consider...

$950,000

$950,000

Drop-in Childcare and Entertainment Center With Loyal Customer Base

Washington

Unlike traditional childcare centers that require advance booking, this center operates on a walk-in model, making it highly convenient for parents needing short-term care. The facility offers a...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $207,387

Central Iowa Daycare

Polk County, IA

This highly successful and well-established child development center offers an exceptional opportunity for prospective buyers seeking a thriving business in the early childhood education sector. The...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $469,652

Highly Profitable Research Triangle Area Franchise Childcare

Wake County, NC

If you are wanting a top performing, high quality franchise childcare center from one of the biggest and highest quality brands in the industry located in a popular suburb of Wake County North...

$5,200,000

$5,200,000

Cash Flow: $1,150,000

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

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

352

Median Asking Price  

$575,000

Median Reported Revenue  

$683,207

Median Reported Earnings  

$200,000

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


Day Care and Child Care Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.57

2.16

Median

0.93

3.17

Upper Quartile

1.96

4.36

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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