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...
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...
Fort Worth, TX
This is a rare opportunity to own a Lightbridge Academy franchise in the rapidly growing Summer Creek area of Fort Worth, Texas. Opened in April 2025, this purpose-built, state-of-the-art center is...
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
Summit County, OH
This offering presents a premier Goddard® franchise early childhood education business located in the Cleveland-area suburban market, with over 22 years of continuous operation under consistent family...
Cash Flow: $500,000
Delaware County, PA
Acquire a well-established, fully operational childcare business with before and after school program in a desirable suburban Philadelphia market with recurring revenue, an experienced team, and...
Jacksonville, FL
* Seller Financing Available * We are the premiere private swim school program for youth lessons in one of the fasting growing communities for families in Florida. This program is poised for growth...
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...
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
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'...
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...
Available in Multiple Locations
Raise more funds. Build stronger leaders. Own a mission-driven business that transforms schools and communities.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,578
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...
Atlanta, GA
This listing is for SafeSplash in Vinings, GA, now available for acquisition. This is a corporate-owned school currently and we are looking to sell the school to a franchisee. There is a long-term...
Canal Winchester, OH
Established in 2016, this profitable turnkey daycare center in Canal Winchester, OH offers a licensed capacity of 54 children and a strong, loyal customer base. With over 8 years of successful...
Philadelphia County, PA
Established childcare and early education business with a 15+ year operating history, offering established early childhood education and school-age/after-school programs. The business benefits from...
Cash Flow: $443,800
Shelbina, MO
Online auction: November 5-17, 2026
30,000 SF Schools For Sale...
Not Disclosed
Pete Harrison
Tampa Business Broker, Inc.
Serving Pinellas County, FL
At our core, we are relationship brokers, not just business brokers. We strategically match the right buyers with the right sellers, prioritizing people and long-term success over simple transactions. Our proven approach looks beyond the financials, focusing on creating the best outcome for everyone. As a team of highly specialized professionals, we are dedicated to navigating the complexities of your business transition with integrity and expertise.
Travis County, TX
Two established childcare centers located in prime, high-demand Central Texas markets—one in Austin and one in Pflugerville—are being offered for sale as a combined or separate opportunity. The Austin...
Murfreesboro, TN
Established and well known daycare operation generating approximately $900K in annual revenue Fully operational turnkey business with experienced staff established enrollment and systems in place...
Cash Flow: $120,000
Poughkeepsie, NY
This location currently has 55 children enrolled and tons of room for growth with a capacity for 175 children. The Learning Experience is a recognized leader in the daycare and early education...
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...
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...
Available in Multiple Locations
A Place To Grow's unique teaching style and eco-friendly vision makes for a powerful business to join.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Ephrata, 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,640,681
Claremore, OK
This 3,555 sqft facility is located on 0.58 acres. It has been operating as a daycare center for almost 35 years with a great reputation in the community. The center is a turnkey, 5-star rated...
Pawtucket, RI
ESTABLISHED CHILDCARE CENTER - LEASE TAKEOVER OPPORTUNITY A well-established, high-performing childcare center in prime, high-visibility locations is being made available. This represents an...
Montclair, NJ
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out child learning center in the heart of Montclair's historic district at 213 Glenridge Ave, Montclair, NJ. Located in one of Montclair's most desirable and...
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...
This Fast-Track Ownership Opportunity is a rare opportunity to own a brand-new Lightbridge Academy franchise in Prior Lake, Minnesota—one of the Twin Cities' most desirable and affluent suburban...
Available in Multiple Locations
Join the #1 childcare franchise!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,098,048
Fast-Track Your Path to Ownership in One of Central Texas' Fastest-Growing Communities This is a rare opportunity to acquire a Lightbridge Academy franchise already in development in Buda, Texas, one...
This is a rare opportunity to own a brand-new Lightbridge Academy child care franchise in Babcock Ranch, Florida—a purpose-built, state-of-the-art early education center located in one of the nation's...
This is a rare opportunity to own a brand-new Lightbridge Academy franchise in the rapidly growing greater Saginaw area of Tarrant County in Fort Worth, Texas. This purpose-built, state-of-the-art...
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...
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...
Gary Pescatrice
Trinity CRE Group
Serving Cuyahoga County, OH
Trinity Commercial Realty is a Cleveland based full service commercial real estate brokerage that has been providing exceptional commercial real estate and property management services in the Northeast Ohio area. We have been collectively serving the Northeast Ohio region for over 4 decades. Our goal is to provide you with expertise when it comes to your real estate transactions and investments. Trinity Commercial Realty takes a servant leadership approach to working with our clients. We are here to serve, and help you lead your way to successful real estate transactions. We make it our business to know the market and the area thoroughly so that we can educate you through the process. When it comes to property management, we take tenant screening very seriously. We believe that this foundational approach will enhance the long-term success of your property. We do this by performing thorough credit checks, background checks, address verification, and employment verifications. We feel this is the best way to serve you.
Monongalia County, WV
Unique opportunity to acquire a premier and highly regarded early childhood education center located in a growing university market in Morgantown, WV — within the greater Pittsburgh region, roughly an...
EBITDA: $320,000
Broward County, FL
STAFFING Number of Employees: Full-time: 13 and Part-Time 3 Credentialed Teachers: 5 A staff member could be a Director The owner is the Director 1 week Vacation after a year Assistant Director:,...
Minnesota
This Southern Minnesota-based early childhood education and childcare facility has been established for over a decade, building a premier local reputation for school readiness and structured child...
Cash Flow: $135,948
Orange County, CA
Established Russian-speaking children’s enrichment and education center located in Orange County. This business offers a unique community-focused environment helping children preserve and develop...
Cash Flow: $50,000
Oakland County, MI
Established in 1985, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully licensed Michigan childcare program with multiple revenue streams: day care, before-school care, after-school care, plus high-demand...
Cash Flow: $80,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Taste Buds Kitchen is a unique culinary experience—kids’ kitchen by day, adult BYOB kitchen by night. We deliver fun, hands-on cooking classes, camps, parties, and corporate events in stylish, upscale kitchens designed to impress guests ages 2 to 99. More than just a cooking class, Taste Buds Kitchen creates memorable, joy-filled experiences that bring people together around food. Behind the scenes, franchise owners benefit from exceptional training, proven systems, and a clear, streamlined path to success led by an experienced leadership team. This is an emerging, in-demand franchise that blends entertainment, education, and community—turning the kitchen into a place where confidence grows, connections are made, and memories last long after the aprons come off.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $701,223
Providence County, RI
Established, fully equipped children's academy offering infant/toddler, preschool, pre-K, before- and after-school, and summer camp programming. This turnkey facility has been extensively updated by...
Broward County, FL
Confidential opportunity to acquire an Apple Accredited preschool operating in a large, stand-alone facility in West Broward County, Florida. The school is licensed for 165+ children. The facility...
Hartford County, CT
This well-established daycare center was founded in 2016 and is located in a rapidly growing residential area surrounded by single-family homes, townhomes, and multifamily communities, providing a...
Cash Flow: $138,000
Indiana
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a well-established, franchise childcare and early learning center in the Indianapolis-area market. An operation known locally for consistent care, a strong...
Kansas
This is a unique opportunity to own an established, franchised early childhood education center in the Kansas City, KS market backed by a proprietary curriculum and a reputation families already...
Available in Multiple Locations
Building Kidz is one of the leaders in Preschool franchising today! Why? A lower investment, commitment to giving back to the communities it operates in, the highest EBITDA margins in the industry, and impacting children around the globe are just a few reasons.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,130,314
Las Vegas, NV
This is a well-established, 4-star accredited childcare center in Las Vegas, NV, licensed for 120 children ages six weeks to 12, offering before-and-after-school programs, transportation, tutoring,...
Cash Flow: $148,789
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) | Total Market (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 249 | 48,828 |
| Asking Price | $600,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $692,953 | $1,303,147 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $150,000 | $52,126 |
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $600,000 | $1,265,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Day Care and Child Care Centers for sale.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $379,686 | $82,195 |
| Median | $692,953 | $150,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,221,301 | $266,790 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Day Care and Child Care Centers listed for sale.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.59 | 2.39 |
| Median | 0.88 | 3.34 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.51 | 5.22 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Day Care and Child Care Center?
The median asking price for an established Day Care and Child Care Center is $600,000, though prices range from under $250,000 to well over $1,265,000.
How much do Day Care and Child Care Centers owners earn?
The median reported revenue of Day Care and Child Care Centers is $692,953 and owners earn a median of $150,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Day Care and Child Care Center?
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 Day Care and Child Care Centers, revenue multiples range from 0.59 to 1.51, with a median of 0.88. Earning multiples range from 2.39 to 5.22, with the median at 3.34. This means the typical Day Care and Child Care Center may ask for around 0.88 times its annual revenue, and 3.34 times its annual owner earnings.
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