Manassas, VA
This is a rare opportunity to own a Lightbridge Academy franchise in Manassas, Virginia. Opened in 2024, this purpose-built, state-of-the-art academy is fully operational and strategically located on...
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Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Manassas, Virginia
Profitable & Established Daycare Center – Turnkey Opportunity
Fort Bend County, TX
This well-established licensed daycare center represents a premium acquisition opportunity within growing childcare sector. The facility has demonstrated consistent operational performance and...
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3 Branded Preschools & One Development-Ready Site in FL and NJ
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
Please contact us for an NDA to review the CIM We have been engaged to sell a controlling interest in a multi-unit early childhood education and childcare company operating three schools in...
EBITDA: $913,000
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Accredited Early Education and Childcare Center in Fast Growing Market
Pasco County, FL
Please contact us for an NDA to review the CIM This is an opportunity to acquire a single, franchised Early Education and Childcare Business generating about $2.0M annual revenue with adjusted EBITDA...
EBITDA: $500,000
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Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Champlin, Minnesota
Champlin, MN
This is a rare opportunity to own a Lightbridge Academy franchise in Champlin, Minnesota. Enrolling since May 2025, this state-of-the-art academy is strategically located in one of the Twin Cities'...
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Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Ramsey, Minnesota
Ramsey, MN
This is a rare chance to step into a respected childcare center and preschool in Ramsey, MN. Known for its warm environment and strong community reputation, this center has been providing trusted...
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Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Cary, North Carolina
Cary, NC
This is a rare opportunity to own a Lightbridge Academy child care franchise in Cary, North Carolina—one of the fastest-growing and most desirable communities in the Research Triangle. This...
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Established Preschool + Real Estate | 205 Capacity | Santa Clarita, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Clarita, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, independently operated childcare center along with the underlying real estate in Santa Clarita, CA. Creative Years Infant Center & Preschool has been...
Cash Flow: $250,000
Profitable Child Daycare Center Near Oklahoma City
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oklahoma County, OK
Check out this well-established Child Daycare Center with a great reputation near Oklahoma City. It’s in an upscale area and has 165 feet of frontage road and it sits on almost an acre. It recently...
EBITDA: $300,000
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5-Unit Premium Education Platform — ~$14M Aggregate Revenue / ~$1.8M
Los Angeles County, CA
Five centers. One system. The largest childcare market in America. Los Angeles has enormous, durable demand for premium early education and a chronic shortage of quality seats. This package includes...
Cash Flow: $3,800,000
Tierra Encantada
Franchise
Available in Multiple Locations
Join Tierra Encantada and become part of a thriving, in-demand brand that sets both families and franchise partners up for success. With our proven track record and strong waiting lists, you'll be positioned to grow and succeed in the booming child care industry.
West Toledo Daycare/Preschool Turnaround Opportunity
Toledo, OH
Over 25 year old Gold Step Up To Quality Rated West Toledo Daycare/Preschool. Licensed for 377 children over the age of 2 ½ years old. Pre-COVID annual revenues approached $2.3M. New owners, without...
Premium Early-Education Center — ~$2.8M Revenue / ~$360K EBITDA Mode
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Eagle, ID
A single-unit is available in a premium early-education and childcare center in Eagle, Idaho — one of the fastest-growing affluent submarkets in the Boise corridor. The opportunity pairs a recognized,...
Cash Flow: $676,000
Preschool and Daycare - Motivated Seller, Owner Financed
Las Vegas, NV
Preschool and daycare in great location. Great opportunity for someone looking for a great deal on a center with a lot of potential. Owner is motivated to sell quickly and is flexible with terms....
Established Montessori School for sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Cook County, IL
Privately owned and operated childcare center providing the highest quality Montessori education for children 15 months to 6 years. • Montessori education designed to help children maximize their...
Cash Flow: $240,588
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Adaptive Former School Conversion Opportunity
Auction by Ten-X™
Yankton, SD
Online auction: August 13-25, 2026
33,436 SF Schools For Sale...
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Greg Carpenter
Horizon M&A Advisors
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
When it is time to sell your business, what is important to you? Of course,getting the best price and terms, but also confidentiality, professional management of the process, avoiding risks by thorough preparation, selling to the buyer who will most likely succeed in growing the business, preserving the legacy of the business you have established, and more, are probably important to you. At Horizon M&A Advisors, we focus on putting your interestes first. Our experienced agents have sold hundreds of businesses. Several have owned businesses or have had careers as professional advisors in accounting, tax, and consulting. We have held management positions in public companies and private companies to lead teams of marketing, sales, manufacturing and other functions. We will understand your business and prioritize your requirements. Horizon M&A Advisors serves sellers of middle market businesses with revenues of $5 million to $100 million and sellers of smaller businesses that are suitable for addon acquisitions by larger firms. We serve institutional buyers including public companies, private equity and privately held companies. We specialize in manufacturing (especially precision sheetmetal and machining), building maintenance services and contracting service businesses such as HVAC, Plumbing, etc., but we are generalists and are capable of selling any type of business. We have sold everything from software, high-tech testing and contract manufacturing to service and distribution businesses. We have substantial research resources that enable us to study any industry quickly.
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Turnkey State-Licensed School-Age Daycare + Summer Camp
Oakland County, MI
Rare 40+-year-established, state-licensed school-age daycare business in Oakland County, MI - one of Metro Detroit's top-ranked school districts and among the wealthiest suburbs in Michigan. This is a...
Cash Flow: $85,738
Great atmosphere to let little one play & learn, perfect business
Denton County, TX
This is one of those businesses that naturally resonates with people on a personal level — it brings out the values of being a parent, being present, building friendships, and becoming more involved...
Premium School Denton County
Denton County, TX
An 8,300 sq ft facility with the best classrooms and outdoor area this school has so much to offer. Two playgrounds with built in turf and an indoor stage area not only creates space for fun but...
Profitable Bonita-Naples Preschool/Daycare with huge profit potential
Lee County, FL
With 135-child capacity and an income potential of $350,000 per year, this beautifully designed and fully furnished preschool/daycare is strategically located on Hwy 41 (Tamiami Trail) and a major...
Operating Vero Beach Childcare Center + Real Estate | 225-Child Capaci
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Vero Beach, FL
Established Early Childhood Education Center with real estate included in the heart of Vero Beach, Florida. This purpose-built, approximately 7,800-square-foot facility is licensed for up to 225...
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A Place to Grow
Franchise
Available in Multiple Locations
A Place To Grow's unique teaching style and eco-friendly vision makes for a powerful business to join.
Child Care Center with Real Estate in Escambia County, FL
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Escambia County, FL
The school is currently operating and serving infants through school age children. Great mix of high subsidy rates and private pay. Fully staffed with admin in place. Gold Seal, Green Apple...
Child Care Center with Real Estate in Citrus County, FL
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Citrus County, FL
This school is currently operating and serving infants through school age children. Great mix of high subsidy rates and private pay. Fully staffed with admin in place. Gold Seal, Green Apple...
Turnkey Children’s Art Studio and Event Space
Kings County, NY
Brooklyn Charm Meets Creative Potential Step into a fully built out, beautifully designed art studio and event space serving Brooklyn families with enriching classes, camps, and private parties. With...
Turnkey West Broward Preschool - Beautiful Facility with High Capacity
Broward County, FL
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a premier Apple Accredited preschool in West Broward County, Florida. This confidential offering features a beautiful facility with over 9,000 square feet, a...
Cash Flow: $217,000
Preschool located in Orlando. Strong sales. Call us Today
Orange County, FL
Established Center licensed for 0ver 75 student Food Program After School Program VPK Offered Summer Camp Takes Infants. Call us today for more information. We sell only Schools for the Last 28 Years....
Turnkey Daycare or ABA Facility Downtown Snellville (for 72 kids)
Snellville, GA
Turnkey 72-Capacity Daycare or ABA Facility – Lease & Acquisition Structures This fully equipped, turnkey facility features a 72-child capacity and a strong operational history of approximately $650K...
Childcare Center - SW Ohio busy metro area - SUTQ rated - $240K SDE
Butler County, OH
Imagine stepping into a thriving childcare center that's already built for success. You'll find yourself owning a modern, fully-equipped facility that's generating $240,000 in strong free cash flow -...
Cash Flow: $240,000
Established Preschool - Prime Value-Add Investment
Potomac, MD
Established preschool serving the community for a few years. Currently operating below licensed capacity, creating a compelling opportunity for a new owner to increase enrollment and improve...
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Premier Early Learning Center | Standalone Facility in Pinellas County
Pinellas County, FL
Established early learning center licensed for 200+ children, serving infants through school age with diversified revenue streams. Operates from a standalone, purpose-built facility with outdoor...
Well Established Day Care and Preschool For Sale
Norfolk County, MA
Long established fully equipped day care and pre-school with a capacity of 40. Located near major highways in the Holliston, Medway, Bellingham area....
Kiddie Academy
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Kiddie Academy® Domestic Franchising is based in Maryland and supports 375+ Academies and counting in 39 states and the District of Columbia.
Successful established Daycare w/Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Henry County, OH
Transworld Business Advisors of Northwest Ohio represents a great opportunity to own a highly successful, turnkey childcare business with a 30+ year track record of excellence and profitability. This...
Cash Flow: $52,565
Preschool Business For Sale Oakdale, CA
Oakdale, CA
Located in a charming, small-town neighborhood known for its welcoming community and rich history. Oakdale, often referred to as the "Cowboy Capital of the World," offers a blend of rural charm and...
Established Preschool | 7.8% Fast-Growth SC Market
South Carolina
THE OPPORTUNITY Established preschool franchise in one of South Carolina's fastest-growing family markets. 100+ enrolled families. 18 trained staff. Clean balance sheet. No debt to assume. The core...
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Child Care Center with Real Estate in Okeechobee County Florida
Okeechobee County, FL
100+- capacity center with real estate now available. Fully staffed and equipped....
Established Children’s Indoor Play Area - Prime Opportunity!
Travis County, TX
This is a rare chance to acquire a well-established and highly regarded operation that has carved out a unique niche in the children’s play and development market. It offers an ideal acquisition for...
Cash Flow: $207,050
Lightbridge Academy
Franchise
Available in Multiple Locations
Lightbridge Academy® stands out in the child care and early education segment with their technology, curriculum, business model, training and support.
Highly Successful Childcare & Early Education Business - SW Michigan
Kalamazoo County, MI
This established childcare and early education center has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality care in a safe, engaging, and development-focused environment. Operating from a modern...
Cash Flow: $193,500
High-Capacity & Profitable Multi-Unit Child Care Opportunity
Clark County, NV
Established childcare center with real estate located in Las Vegas, Nevada, presenting an exceptional investment opportunity combining operational stability with significant growth potential....
EBITDA: $500,000
Established Denver Metro Preschool - Over $1,000,000 Annual Cashflow
Colorado
Elevate Commercial Real Estate, LLC is pleased to present this rare opportunity to acquire prime Denver Metro real estate and a well-established successful childcare/preschool business that...
Established Childcare Center with Strong Cash Flow & Real Estate
Altoona, PA
This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a well-established childcare business that has been a trusted part of the community since 1986. With an exceptional reputation, experienced leadership,...
Cash Flow: $230,000
Preschool Acquisition Opportunity (Business & Real Estate)
Monongalia County, WV
Unique opportunity to acquire a premier and highly regarded early childhood education center located in a growing university market in West Virginia. The school serves children from infant age through...
EBITDA: $320,000
Billy Kataria
AK Property Brokers
Serving Orange County, FL
Our excellence is driven by your success
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Well Established Preschool day care
Chico, CA
Preschool Business for Sale – Established 20+ Years | Prime Chico Location Investment Highlights Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established preschool located in the heart of Chico. The school...
DAY CARE CENTER Lawrenceville Hwy Decatur Hard to Find
Decatur, GA
**SEE Flyer in Documents! FORMER DAYCARE SPACE FOR LEASE – APPROX. 3,500 SF IN DECATUR Excellent opportunity for an experienced daycare or childcare operator at: 2372 Lawrenceville Highway Decatur, GA...
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TRS 4 Stars Daycare Center with 300k SHINE program upgraded center
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Spring, TX
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a premium 4-star TRS-rated daycare center in Spring, TX. This established childcare facility has operated continuously since 2016 and represents one of the area's...
Cash Flow: $130,000
Portfolio of 3 Child Care Centers – North Carolina
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Onslow County, NC
3 Preschools ($10mm Purchase Price ($9mm upfront ($2.2mm for Business $6.8mm for Real Estate / $1mm earnout)) We are pleased to present the opportunity to acquire the business and real estate assets...
EBITDA: $332,562
Large Turnkey Preschool For Sale w/Property in Tulare County, CA
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...
Amazing Athletes
Franchise
Available in Multiple Locations
Own a mobile youth sports franchise delivering programs inside preschools and childcare centers with recurring enrollment.
Montessori School Opportunity in Growing Houston Market
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sugar Land, TX
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, fully operational Montessori school located in the Houston metro area. Situated in a desirable and growing community, the property offers...
Child Care Center with Real Estate for sale in Jackson County, GA
Jackson County, GA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving child care business with real estate included! This beautifully built-to-suit early education center features approximately 7,500 sq ft situated on a...
High-Growth Youth Sports Franchise | Multi-Site Preschool Partnerships
Plano, TX
High-Margin Preschool Sports Franchise | Established North Dallas / DFW Territory Business Overview Own a turnkey, mobile youth sports franchise specializing in high-demand enrichment programs for the...
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Cash Flow: $15,000
Premium Preschool | Affluent Charleston Suburb | $550K
Charleston County, SC
THE OPPORTUNITY Premium preschool franchise in one of the most affluent family suburbs in the Charleston metro. 120+ enrolled students. 19 trained staff. 5.0-star Google rating. A significant tuition...
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Child Care Center with real estate in Lee County, Florida
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lee County, FL
This established child care center represents a compelling investment opportunity in Lee County, Florida's growing early childhood education sector. The facility has maintained continuous operations...
Children's Lighthouse
Franchise
Available in Multiple Locations
Children’s Lighthouse Early Learning Schools™ promise to create a safe, fun, and happy place that gives children confidence, a sense of comfort today, and a lifelong love of learning, friendship, and community. Its proprietary curriculum helps children of all ages develop healthy brains, bodies and best behaviors.
Child Care & Pre-K School
Allegheny County, PA
This established child care center and pre-K educational facility represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Bedford County's Squirrel Hill area. The business operates as a comprehensive early...
Cash Flow: $115,782
Buy or Sell a Preschool
Preschools listed on BizBuySell include licensed childcare centers, private preschools, Montessori programs, daycare-preschool hybrids, and franchise-affiliated early learning centers. These businesses are typically tuition-based, generating recurring revenue through monthly enrollment fees, registration charges, and part-time or full-time programs. Many listings feature state-licensed facilities, established staff, and diversified income from aftercare programs, enrichment classes, summer camps, and optional add-ons. Some operations also include real estate—offering long-term value and investment potential in the early childhood education market.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) | Total Market (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 91 | 43,507 |
| Asking Price | $925,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $912,500 | $1,416,024 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $158,966 | $56,641 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $379,950 | $925,000 | $1,887,900 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Preschools for sale.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $493,414 | $102,997 |
| Median | $912,500 | $158,966 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,512,577 | $266,191 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Preschools listed for sale.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.65 | 2.87 |
| Median | 1.17 | 4.52 |
| Upper Quartile | 2.23 | 8.21 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Preschool?
The median asking price for an established Preschool is $925,000, though prices range from under $379,950 to well over $1,887,900.
How much do Preschools owners earn?
The median reported revenue of Preschools is $912,500 and owners earn a median of $158,966, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Preschool?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Preschools, revenue multiples range from 0.65 to 2.23, with a median of 1.17. Earning multiples range from 2.87 to 8.21, with the median at 4.52. This means the typical Preschool may ask for around 1.17 times its annual revenue, and 4.52 times its annual owner earnings.
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