Canton, OH
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
Canton, OH
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
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
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
Ephrata, 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
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
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
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
Dyer, IN
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
Comstock Park, MI
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
Rogers County, OK
This daycare center is 3555 sqft and sits on .57 acres. It’s been operating for almost 35 years with a great reputation in the community. The center is a turn key, 5 star rated, child care facility,...
$525,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Helping Students Find Their Future. Class 101 takes the confusion and intimidation out of the college application process.
$50,000
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
Important disclaimer: This is only one business. This is not a listing for an existing business. SOS Franchising is looking for candidates to open new territories in the US. AUTISM The incidence of...
$45,000
$440,000
Hillsborough County, FL
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
Be your own boss in a growing business segment with a premium, award winning brand. We are looking for the first 10 passionate entrepreneurs to join us in launching the MindChamps Preschools program...
$100,000
Jay Christenson
Loam Commercial Real Estate
Serving Olmsted County, MN
Offering Creative Solutions to Buying, Selling and Investing in Commercial Real Estate
Water Wings Swim School transforms lives through the power of swimming, creating confident swimmers and stronger communities. Our pools welcome swimmers from 3 months to adult, with carefully designed...
$50,000
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...
Not Disclosed
Idaho
This well-established and profitable business provides high-quality support services for children with developmental disabilities. With a strong reputation for compassionate care and professional...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $198,000
Fairfax County, VA
Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving early education business in one of Northern Virginia’s most affluent and densely populated submarkets. This center has been operating for over 30 years with a...
$1,500,000
Essex County, NJ
Exceptional opportunity to own a very successful kids cooking business with existing dozens of schools contracts, birthday parties booked. This business has been operated very successfully for the...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Available Nationwide
With more than 45 years of experience and hundreds of locations nationwide, Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of personalized education for students in grades K–12. Franchisees benefit from a trusted brand, proven business model, and powerful technology platform that supports individualized learning in reading, math, writing, study skills, STEM, and test prep. Backed by a national support team and ongoing innovation, Sylvan franchise owners make a lasting impact while building a scalable, rewarding business in the booming education sector.
$75,000
See More FranchisesREAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Georgia
Perfect Center for 1st time buyer!! Quality Rated Child Care Center/Pre-School with Lottery Funded Pre-K classrooms. Excellent reputation in the community. Convenient location with superb amenities,...
$1,200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Georgia
Quality Rated Child Care Center/Pre-School with Lottery Funded Pre-K classrooms. New residential and commercial development in the area. Convenient location with superb amenities, and easy access for...
$2,700,000
$445,000
Denver, CO
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Georgia
Multi-Star Quality Rated Child Care Center and Pre-School with Lottery Funded Pre-K classrooms. Steady growth from new developments and extremely attractive demographics support long-term success....
$3,900,000
Houston, TX
Opportunities like this don’t come around often! Step into ownership of a well-established childcare center in one of Houston’s most desirable neighborhoods — Rice Village, celebrated for its...
$150,000
Indiana
One of a kind indoor play ground and family entertainment center. The center offers play options for children ages 2-12. This business was created and built from the ground up. The business model has...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $262,769
San Antonio, TX
This early learning center offers a proven structure for serving families who need dependable weekday childcare. With no evenings, weekends, or holiday hours, the model enables a balanced work...
$875,000
Cash Flow: $398,376
Suffolk County, NY
The company operates as an early childhood education provider with two strategically positioned facilities in Long Island. The institution has developed comprehensive educational programs specifically...
$3,600,000
EBITDA: $386,000
Guilford County, NC
This established CDL school is sought after by students far and wide in NC for its exceptional training. This business opportunity is prime for continued growth with new ownership to continue to build...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $122,549
St. Charles County, MO
Absentee Ownership Possible. Our mission is to provide high-quality child care services that promote child development and growth. We strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $219,020
Available in Multiple Locations
“Educating the World, One Student at a Time”
$30,000
See More FranchisesDiamond Bar, CA
This is the second of two schools for sale by the owners. Having envisioned improving Montessori education by addressing the significant lack of modern and authentic preschool options in the Greater...
$649,000
Cash Flow: $108,000
Founded in 2007, the Company is an exclusive and independently operated institution of higher education specializing in the specialty automotive industry. The Company provides comprehensive education...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $149,000
$2,600,000
King County, WA
East Rochester, NY
Founder transition opportunity Meridian Impact Partners Inc. represents the founder of North America’s leading travelling summer hockey school/academy program who is legendary in the Youth Ice Hockey...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $156,000
Miami, FL
Overview Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-performing preschool with more than two decades of trusted service in its community. This center consistently operates at capacity...
$4,500,000
Available in Multiple Locations
JOIN OUR TOP-RANKED EDUCATION FRANCHISE. Take advantage of the limited-time $19,000 Discounted Franchisee Initial Fee (valued at $36K) for new franchise owners!
$110,000
See More FranchisesDale City, VA
ESTABLISHED CHILDCARE CENTER - DALE CITY, VA This well-established childcare center has been serving the Prince William County community since 2004. Located in a growing residential area of Dale City,...
$1,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Career College Offering Job Training Programs: This private, for-profit school operation was established in 1989, is approved for accredited, Title-IV, and VA programs, and offers popular training...
$1,500,000
DuPage County, IL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving indoor play space and café located in the heart of an affluent, high-traffic downtown suburb. Built on a heartfelt vision by two local...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $35,129
Cook County, IL
This is an exceptional opportunity to own a well-established supplemental education business that has been serving its local community for over 15 years. As part of a nationally recognized franchise...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Orange County, FL
Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, multi-unit franchise portfolio in the booming children’s fitness and enrichment industry. This package includes: 3 open and operating locations — each cash-flow...
$1,250,000
John Naayers
Business Network Of Ohio LLC
Serving Lucas County, OH
Business Network of Ohio, LLC ("BNO") serves the entire State of Ohio via its North and South Ohio offices. BNO has been successfully brokering the sale of a wide range of Ohio businesses selling between $100 thousand to $20 million throughout Ohio since 1997. BNO successfully assists sellers of Ohio businesses sell their businesses in a confidential, non-disruptive and expeditious manner that also maximizes the sale price. BNO assists buyers acquire a business that provides the best fit for them. BNO's brokers are experienced business and real estate lawyers, brokers and consultants.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Brevard County, FL
Childcare facility with Real Estate Included in Brevard County! This well established 130+ capacity child care center is Gold Seal Accredited and has been serving it's community for years. Located in...
$2,195,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Katy, TX
This is a rare, confidential opportunity to acquire a top-performing, nationally recognized early childhood education franchise in a high-growth suburb of Houston, Texas. The business is fully staffed...
$5,250,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
$2,400,000
Sangamon County, IL
Whatcom County, WA
With over 1000 centers – and more opening each week – Mathnasium is rapidly growing in neighborhoods around the world. That’s because we are passionate about what we do. It’s also because our...
$100,000
Greenville, SC
With over 1000 centers – and more opening each week – Mathnasium is rapidly growing in neighborhoods around the world. That’s because we are passionate about what we do. It’s also because our...
$150,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Open Your Own ABA Clinic: Make a Difference While Building a Profitable Business. At SOS Franchising, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs to launch successful Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy centers that serve children with autism.
$100,000
See More FranchisesCherokee County, GA
With over 1000 centers – and more opening each week – Mathnasium is rapidly growing in neighborhoods around the world. That’s because we are passionate about what we do. It’s also because our...
$250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, FL
Located in Central Florida. Property included in the sale. Schools open 7:00 am to 6:30 pm 10 Classrooms Meals Provided USDA Program Van Included (Ford 2012) Pick up at 4 Elementary schools Take part...
$4,450,000
San Diego County, CA
New Owners will step into a business with outstanding customer service & a strong long-time reputation. Current programs include Recreational Gymnastics, Competitive Gymnastics, Private Lessons and...
$390,000
Cash Flow: $121,000
New York
BUYER MUST BE A NEW YORK STATE LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST This practice has earned a tremendous reputation over the past two decades being in business. Trusted by pediatricians, therapists, and local...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $347,815
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...
$550,000
Aberdeen Township, NJ
Established Tutoring Center Franchise - Aberdeen Township, NJ This profitable tutoring franchise represents an exceptional opportunity in the rapidly growing education sector, projected to reach...
$100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
Hillsborough County’s premier private schools for students with unique abilities. One of the county’s most extensive private school program for students. The School is a non-profit school with an...
$11,000,000
Cash Flow: $821,511
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
The School is well established. This is a must-see school. The School is a licensed and accredited school that offers students a career-focused education taught by industry professionals. We have...
$21,000,000
Cash Flow: $2,440,429
Nassau County, NY
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey and beloved business that is the go-to destination for families. This beautifully designed indoor play space, café, and premier children's party venue...
$210,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Available in Multiple Locations
A sustainable franchise that addresses a growing need and changes people’s lives
$125,000
See More FranchisesSmall to medium-sized businesses in the education and childcare industry play a vital role in the U.S. economy. They offer important services that foster the early development and educational requirements of children while facilitating parents' participation in the workforce. This sector encompasses a diverse range of enterprises, including structured care facilities, private schools, and specialized services such as test preparation, camps, and professional development.
Some of the most popular categories include:
The median sale price for businesses in this sector in 2023 was $328,000. The average earnings multiple for education and childcare businesses in 2023 was 2.54 and the average revenue multiple was 0.74.
| Year | Median Sale Price | Median Asking Price | |
| 2017 | $370,000 | $400,000 | |
| 2018 | $250,000 | $287,000 | |
| 2019 | $337,500 | $350,000 | |
| 2020 | $340,000 | $375,000 | |
| 2021 | $289,000 | $325,000 | |
| 2022 | $475,000 | $500,000 | |
| 2023 | $328,000 | $350,000 |
Education or childcare business owners looking to exit their business have a multitude of options for sell their business. Whether selling to a family member, employee, a competitor, or placing it on the market, the first step in preparing your business for sale is to understand its value. To get started on an exit strategy, see BizBuySell's Guide to Valuing and Selling an Education or Childcare Business.