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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...

$600,000

9

$600,000

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Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Fort Worth, Texas – Summer Creek

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...

$1,727,814

3

$1,727,814

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...

$1,875,000

EBITDA: $300,000

4

$1,875,000

EBITDA: $300,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Goddard Franchise – Cleveland Area | Business-Only

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...

$2,500,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

$2,500,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Confidential Single-Location Childcare / After School Program Business

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...

$825,000

2

$825,000

St Johns Swim School | Completely Rehabbed | Step Up Provider

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...

$150,000

5

$150,000

Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Manassas, Virginia

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...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

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...

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $500,000

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Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $500,000

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'...

$1,217,000

4

$1,217,000

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...

$1,254,000

3

$1,254,000

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.

$75,000

$75,000

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...

$1,205,000

4

$1,205,000

*Under LOI* Turnkey Swim School for Sale in Atlanta

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...

$100,000

$100,000

Thriving Turnkey Daycare Center

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...

$115,000

5

$115,000

Established Early Learning & After-School Platform | $1.3M+ Revenue

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...

$1,550,000

Cash Flow: $443,800

$1,550,000

Cash Flow: $443,800

Former School Redevelopment Opportunity

Auction by Ten-X™

Dumas, TX

Online auction: October 19-21, 2026

71,771 SF Schools For Sale...

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Starting bid:

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REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Investment Opportunity – Two Established Childcare Centers in Austin

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...

$4,500,000

$4,500,000

Established Daycare Business Ready for New Ownership

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...

$500,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

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$500,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Eastdale Village

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Loma Linda, CA
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Dixon, CA
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

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.

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,640,681

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,640,681

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Spanish Springs, NV
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Palm Springs, CA
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Clay, NY
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Kansas City, MO
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Ephrata, PA
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Antioch, TN
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Madison, AL
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

13

$150,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - York, PA
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

13

$150,000

Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Hershey, PA
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise in Coraopolis, PA
Asset Sale

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...

$150,000

14

$150,000

The Learning Experience
Franchise

Available in Multiple Locations

Join the #1 childcare franchise!

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,098,048

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,098,048

Child Daycare Includes Real Estate, Vans & FF&E
Real Estate Only

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...

$350,000

28

$350,000

Childcare Center Lease Take Lease Takeover Opportunit
Lease Only

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...

Not Disclosed

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Montclair Child Learning Center/Daycare for Sale
Real Estate Only

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...

$875,000

25

$875,000

Open a Micro Preschool in Your Community!
Start Up

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...

$30,000

5

$30,000

Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Prior Lake, Minnesota
Start Up

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...

$50,000

4

$50,000

Apex Leadership Co
Franchise

Available in Multiple Locations

Raise more funds. Build stronger leaders. Own a mission-driven business that transforms schools and communities.

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,578

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,578

Brand New Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Buda, TX
Start Up

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...

$50,000

2

$50,000

Brand New Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Babcock Ranch, Florida
Start Up

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...

$50,000

$50,000

Turnkey Child Care Franchise in Fort Worth, Texas
Start Up

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...

$50,000

$50,000

Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Birmingham, AL
Start Up

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...

$60,000

14

$60,000

The Learning Experience Franchise
Start Up

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...

$150,000

29

$150,000

Lorena Tomb

URBANLIME Real Estate

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Preschool Acquisition Opportunity — Greater Pittsburgh Region

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...

$4,815,000

$4,815,000

EBITDA: $320,000

Established Preschool in Broward for Sale-Call Today

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:,...

$875,000

$875,000

High-Margin Southern MN Childcare

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...

$335,000

$335,000

Cash Flow: $135,948

Children's Educational & Activity Club - Russian-speaking Community

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...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Licensed Michigan Childcare Center (Est. 1985) | Before/After School

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...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Bach to Rock
Franchise

Available in Multiple Locations

Operate a structured music education business with lessons, bands, and ongoing monthly tuition revenue.

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $587,341

Turnkey Childcare Center with Recent Upgrades, flexible classrooms

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...

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$275,000

$275,000

Beautiful Large Daycare with High Capacity in Broward

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...

2

$950,000

$950,000

Daycare/Childcare Center

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...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $138,000

Established Early Childhood Education Franchise

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...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Established Early Childhood Education Franchise

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...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Sticky Fingers Cooking
Franchise

Available Nationwide

High-Margin. High-Impact. Start at ~$140K. Scale to $500K+. A proven path from startup to scale in the booming $50B+ children's enrichment market.

$48,000

$48,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $426,767

18-Year Established Childcare Center - Las Vegas, NV

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,...

$575,000

$575,000

Cash Flow: $148,789

Buy or Sell a Day Care and Child Care Center
Day care and child care centers listed for sale on BizBuySell are licensed early childhood education and care businesses, including daycare centers, private nursery schools, franchised child care brands, and multi location operators, with some listings also offering owned real estate or purpose built facilities. These businesses typically operate on a capacity and enrollment driven model, generating recurring revenue from weekly or monthly tuition paid by families, often supplemented by government subsidies, after school programs, and enrichment services, with value closely tied to licensing limits, staff to child ratios, reputation, and waitlists.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median) Total Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed249 48,828
Asking Price$600,000-
Reported Revenue$692,953 $1,303,147
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$150,000 $52,126
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
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Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper 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.

BoundRevenueSeller’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.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.592.39
Median0.883.34
Upper Quartile1.515.22

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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