Education & Childcare
Financial summary
Comparable pricing
42% above marketComparable Education & Childcare businesses sell at a median of 3.2x SDE, based on 556 listings. This one asks 4.6x, about 42% above that median. At the comparable median it would price ~$1.3M.Methodology refines over time.Comparable Education & Childcare businesses sell around $1.3M vs this $1.8M ask.
Methodology refines over time.
Detailed information
high SDE margin, priced below 1.5x revenue and strong SDE.
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Key points
Business description
Business Description Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established early childhood education center located in a desirable and family-oriented Los Angeles community. The business operates under absentee ownership with an experienced director overseeing day-to-day operations, staff management, enrollment, parent communication, and educational programming. The current owner has not been involved in daily operations for years. The school has developed a strong reputation within the community through its educational approach, which includes enrichment programs designed to expose students to multiple languages and cultures at an early age. This differentiated offering has contributed to strong parent retention and referral-driven enrollment. The school currently serves 40 students and is licensed for 60, providing immediate capacity for growth without additional facilities or significant capital investment. Revenue is generated through recurring monthly tuition, creating predictable and consistent cash flow throughout the year. Whether you're an experienced childcare operator, investor, family office, education entrepreneur, or first-time business buyer seeking management in place, this business offers an attractive combination of absentee ownership, recurring tuition revenue, established operations, and built-in growth potential. Investment Highlights $395,000 Seller's Discretionary Earnings 100% Absentee Ownership Experienced Director in Place and Expected to Remain Recurring Monthly Tuition Revenue Licensed for 60 Students Current Enrollment of 40 Students Immediate Capacity for Additional Growth Strong Parent Retention and Referral Base Established Staff and Operating Systems Differentiated Educational Programming Premium Los Angeles Location Real Estate Available for Purchase Turnkey Operation Growth Opportunities Increase Enrollment The school currently operates below licensed capacity. Filling the remaining 20 available seats provides a clear path to revenue growth without requiring additional facilities, major capital expenditures, or significant operational changes. Tuition Optimization Strategic tuition adjustments consistent with local market conditions may further improve profitability. Expanded Programming Additional opportunities include: After-school enrichment programs Summer camps Seasonal educational programs Parent education workshops Multi-Location Expansion The existing operation may serve as a platform for future expansion through additional locations or acquisitions. Real Estate Opportunity The real estate is available for acquisition separately at $4,000,000. Buyers may choose from the following structures: Option 1: Business Only Purchase Price: $1,800,000 Option 2: Business + Real Estate Purchase Price: $5,800,000 Ideal Buyer Childcare Operators Early Education Providers Education Entrepreneurs Strategic Acquirers Family Offices Private Investors First-Time Business Buyers Owner-Operators Seeking a Proven Platform Why This Opportunity Stands Out Opportunities combining absentee ownership, management in place, recurring tuition revenue, available real estate, and excess licensed capacity are uncommon. The business has established systems, an experienced team, a director in place, and immediate room for growth. A new owner acquires a profitable operation with predictable revenue, operational infrastructure already in place, and multiple avenues for future expansion. Serious inquiries only. NDA, proof of funds, and buyer qualification required prior to disclosure of business identity, financials, educational programming details, and location information. Eli Rafailov Business Broker | Exit & Valuation Advisor 516-754-7733
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