High-Margin Multi-Unit Childcare Platform

Asking Price$10,400,000

Cash Flow
Not Disclosed

EBITDA

Gross Revenue$3,800,000

InventoryNot Disclosed

FF&ENot Disclosed

Real EstateNot Disclosed

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High-Margin Multi-Unit Childcare Platform


Asking Price$10,400,000

Cash Flow
Not Disclosed

EBITDA

Gross Revenue$3,800,000

InventoryNot Disclosed

FF&ENot Disclosed

Real EstateNot Disclosed

Business Description
SchoolWise Partners is pleased to present the opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, multi-unit early education platform serving established communities across northeastern Pennsylvania. Founded more than 20 years ago, the organization has grown into a recognized regional provider with three locations, a combined licensed capacity of more than 300 children, and a longstanding reputation for delivering high-quality early education and childcare.

The portfolio combines an established operating history with an attractive financial profile. Revenue increased from approximately $3.3 million in CY 2022 to approximately $3.7 million in CY 2025, while normalized EBITDA expanded from approximately $1.1 million to $1.4 million over the same period. LTM March 2026 normalized EBITDA reached approximately $1.5 million, representing a 41% margin and demonstrating the operating leverage inherent in the platform.

Importantly, this performance is supported by durable underlying demand. The schools have maintained average utilization of approximately 85%–89% from CY 2022 through LTM March 2026, with current enrollment approaching 92% of combined licensed capacity. More than two decades of operating history have established significant goodwill within the surrounding communities and deep relationships with families, employees, school districts, government programs, and regional employers.

The platform also benefits from a diversified revenue model. In addition to traditional private-pay childcare, the schools offer infant, toddler, preschool, Pre-K, before- and after-school, and summer programming. The organization maintains a meaningful recurring relationship with Pennsylvania's UPK program and has demonstrated the ability to establish B2B childcare partnerships with major regional employers. Together, these channels provide multiple sources of demand while reducing reliance on any single program offering.

A new owner will inherit a mature operating infrastructure supported by experienced center-level leadership, established systems and procedures, purposefully designed facilities, and a strong regional brand. The portfolio's high historical utilization and attractive margins provide a compelling base business, while several identifiable growth levers remain available.

Future ownership can drive additional revenue through continued market-supported tuition increases, expansion of employer-sponsored childcare partnerships, further penetration of existing capacity, and continued development of complementary programs and ancillary services. The platform may also provide an attractive foundation for strategic expansion into adjacent Pennsylvania markets.

This opportunity should appeal to strategic operators, private equity sponsors, family offices, and other investors seeking a scaled early education platform characterized by strong cash flow, resilient historical enrollment, diversified revenue streams, established community relationships, and multiple avenues for continued organic and strategic growth.

Ownership is focused on identifying the right successor to carry forward the organization's longstanding reputation and is committed to facilitating a thoughtful transition that supports continuity for employees, families, and the communities the schools serve.
About the Business
Years in Operation
21
Employees
40 (35 Full-time, 5 Part-time)
Facilities & Assets
The portfolio features three high-quality early education facilities strategically located within established communities across northeastern Pennsylvania. Each location has been purposefully designed and configured to provide a safe, engaging, and professional learning environment for children and families. The facilities feature bright, well-appointed classrooms, age-appropriate learning areas, secure access, outdoor play spaces, and functional administrative and support areas. The schools benefit from strong visibility and convenient access along key local corridors and are positioned within markets characterized by limited high-quality childcare options and sustained demand. Collectively, the facilities provide an attractive operating environment capable of supporting infant, toddler, preschool, Pre-K, and school-age programming.
Market Outlook / Competition
The schools operate in attractive, underserved markets across northeastern Pennsylvania where high-quality early education options are limited and demand for dependable childcare remains strong. The portfolio has established a leading regional presence over more than 20 years, developing deep relationships with families, local employers, school districts, and community organizations. This reputation has translated into consistently strong enrollment and high utilization across the portfolio. The schools further differentiate themselves through diverse programming spanning infants through school age, including preschool, Pre-K Counts, before- and after-school care, and summer programming. A combination of limited quality competition, broad program offerings, established community relationships, and a trusted regional reputation provides a durable competitive position and supports continued enrollment demand.
Opportunities for Growth
The portfolio offers multiple avenues for continued growth across both existing and new revenue channels. Ownership has successfully developed B2B relationships with major regional employers, demonstrating an attractive opportunity to expand employer-sponsored childcare partnerships throughout the market. Additional upside exists through continued expansion of diversified programming, including Pre-K, before- and after-school care, summer programs, enrichment offerings, and other ancillary services that deepen relationships with existing families. The schools also benefit from an established history of strong enrollment and favorable tuition dynamics, providing an opportunity to implement consistent, market-supported tuition increases over time. Combined with opportunities to further optimize capacity across the existing facilities, these initiatives provide several complementary levers to drive sustainable revenue and earnings growth.
Real Estate
Owned or Leased
Owned
Included in asking price
Building Sq. Ft.
20,000
About the Sale
Seller Motivation
Owner pursuing retirement after 20+ years of successful operations.
Transition Support
Ownership is focused on identifying the right buyer to carry forward the schools’ longstanding reputation for quality care and commitment to the communities they serve. After more than 20 years of building the organization, the owners are highly invested in seeing the schools, families, and employees continue to thrive under new leadership. To support a successful transition, ownership is willing to provide reasonable training and transition assistance and work collaboratively with the buyer to facilitate continuity across operations, staff, families, and key community relationships. The priority is a thoughtful handoff to a buyer who shares the same commitment to quality and is positioned to build upon the strong foundation already in place.
Listing Info
ID
2545801
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