London, ON
Hello Dough is a successful e-commerce business that has been delighting families across North America since 2018 with its unique, handmade play dough kits. Founded by Shadia, a passionate mother and...

London, ON
Hello Dough is a successful e-commerce business that has been delighting families across North America since 2018 with its unique, handmade play dough kits. Founded by Shadia, a passionate mother and...

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dayton, TX
This established, standalone childcare center presents a rare opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking a large-capacity, real-estate-included childcare business in a rapidly expanding...

Houston, TX
Budget Business Brokers: Well Established Childcare business with strong client base and growing area of Houston This is a 33-Year old Childcare & Enrichment Center with an established brand, multiple...
Cash Flow: $54,000

Union County, NJ
LISTING ID # 37416 This well-established early learning center has been a beloved part of the community for more than 33 years, providing a warm, nurturing environment where children learn, grow, and...
Cash Flow: $50,000
Arapahoe County, CO
Confidential opportunity to acquire a portfolio of two premier early childhood education centers serving affluent and highly desirable suburban communities within the Denver metropolitan area. Backed...
EBITDA: $380,000
Montgomery County, PA
24 Years Established • FullTime Manager in Place • 4Star Accredited PRICE REDUCED! 24 Years Established • FullTime Manager in Place • 4Star Accredited Overview A rare opportunity to acquire a...
Cash Flow: $74,799
Los Angeles, CA
This is a sale of the well-established indoor playground and café in the highly desirable Eagle Rock community. This thriving turnkey business occupies approximately 6,000 square feet across two...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Levy County, FL
Established Child Care Center | 60+ Licensed Capacity | Real Estate Included | North Central Florida Rare opportunity to acquire a long-established child care center with a proven operating history...
Orlando, FL
Established Child Care Center | 75+ Licensed Capacity | VPK & School Readiness | Central Florida Excellent opportunity to acquire a long-established child care center with a proven operating history...
Riverside County, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a long-standing, profitable Young Rembrandts franchise operating in South Orange County, one of the most affluent and family-dense regions in California. The program...
Cash Flow: $44,264
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.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,003,082
Queens County, NY
Turnkey opportunity to own a thriving STEM education franchise in Queens, NY, backed by a global network of over 400 franchisees. Established in 2020, this location delivers a nationally consistent...
Cash Flow: $180,555
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Daytona Beach, FL
Exceptional opportunity to acquire an established early learning center together with the commercial real estate. Operating continuously since 2008, Lil Angels Childcare Center has built a trusted...
$1,727,814
Fort Worth, TX
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...
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...
Shannon Pottratz
NAI Black Commercial Real Estate Service
Serving Spokane County, WA
NAI Black is a proven leader in commercial real estate brokerage services serving the Inland Northwest market and beyond directly and through its NAI Global affiliation. Originally founded in 1958 as James S. Black & Company, NAI Black has nearly a five-decade track record of superior transactional performance and favorable outcomes for assets entrusted to our management. Under the direction of Chief Executive Officer David R. Black since 1984, NAI Black has been engineered to deliver cutting-edge services of the highest quality to its customers and serve a wide spectrum of real estate needs. In 2012, NAI Black was honored with the Eagle Award from NAI Global. This award is given to the NAI firm member that best exemplifies a composite of leadership, capital, and resources; a commitment to quality; the desire and energy to grow; and sharing the NAI Global vision for excellence in commercial real estate services. Our expertise, knowledge, and experience are built upon a strong foundation of recruiting and retaining top specialists in the disciplines that comprise our industry: Brokerage Services, Development, and Corporate Services. NAI Black serves the needs of our clients in Eastern Washington, Northern Idaho, and Montana. However, our affiliation with NAI Global allows us to reach beyond our local market area and provide services to our clients on a regional, national, and global basis. We are a local company with global reach.
Arizona
This is a unique opportunity to purchase your very own fully operational/turnkey high quality, early childhood education center. This franchised childcare center is an established, trusted name in the...
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...
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...
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...
Tarrant County, TX
This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a premier seven-school, Texas based, early childhood education platform strategically located in one of the nation's fastest-growing and most...
EBITDA: $600,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Attractive Average Unit Volume of $3.3 million per school, some of the highest in the industry!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $3,537,789
Ohio
This is a unique opportunity to own an established, franchised early childhood education center in the Columbus, OH market, backed by a proprietary curriculum and a reputation that families already...
Minnehaha County, SD
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly regarded early childhood education center in the Sioux Falls Area. The business has built a strong reputation for providing...
Cash Flow: $125,472
$1,875,000
Oklahoma County, OK
Minnehaha County, SD
For sale is a long-time daycare business consisting of two well-established centers strategically located in high-growth, family-friendly areas. This business cares for a wide range of children, from...
Cash Flow: $176,259
South Dakota
This center provides high-quality before and after school care designed specifically for school-aged children. This center understands the importance of a safe, engaging environment that supports both...
Cash Flow: $113,200
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dayton, OH
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, state-licensed childcare business with its supporting real estate in the Dayton, Ohio metropolitan area. The package offers immediate cash...
Cash Flow: $197,862
Town 'N' Country, FL
Established in 2009, this licensed childcare and youth sports academy is a well-known, community-rooted operation serving families throughout the Tampa area. Located on high-traffic Sheldon Road, the...
Cash Flow: $160,000
Orlando, FL
Premier Childcare & Family Placement Business for Sale in Orlando's Affluent Market This established franchise operation offers an exceptional opportunity in the thriving childcare and family services...
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...
Cash Flow: $262,769
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
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
Tulsa, OK
Price is discounted to generate a sale. The long time owner of Tulsa's best private play and party center for kids needs to move on. This gives a new owner a huge opportunity to step in with fresh...
Cash Flow: $50,000
Okeechobee County, FL
100+- capacity center with real estate now available. Fully staffed and equipped....
$2,500,000
Summit County, OH
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
Elyria, OH
Unlock the potential of a thriving SUTQ child care business with this beautifully maintained building! Featuring 3-5 spacious classrooms designed for learning and play, a functional kitchen with a...
Available Nationwide
The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages newborn to 12 years. Backed by decades of success and a globally recognized brand, The Little Gym franchise empowers owners to help kids build confidence, motor skills, and social-emotional strength through movement-based learning and gymnastics. With a loyal customer base, multiple revenue streams, and comprehensive support, franchisees are well-equipped to grow a meaningful business that positively impacts lives.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $658,446
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
Nazareth, PA
Little Buddies Child Care presents a turnkey acquisition opportunity in Nazareth, PA's growing Lehigh Valley market. This established child care center operates with a prestigious STARS 4 rating and...
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
Arkansas
This is a unique opportunity to purchase your very own fully operational/ turnkey early childhood education center. This childcare center is an established trusted name in the community, boasting a...
Oregon
Profitable Preschool in Central Oregon (Part-Time Ownership) This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established preschool having consistent enrollment in a desirable Central Oregon location,...
Cash Flow: $52,995
Chris Smith
Perfect Fit Business Alliance
Serving Plymouth County, MA
Our firm mainly works with main street or service-based businesses. We will put together valuations free of charge before having you sign a listing agreement. I also own my own funding company so can help buyers in need of loans get funded quickly.
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
Galveston County, TX
This is an exciting opportunity to own a highly successful and one of a kind “Create Your Own” Arts and Crafts Studio for kids. This studio offers an incredible space for kids of all ages and...
Cash Flow: $90,000
$825,000
Delaware County, PA
Ohio
This is a unique opportunity to purchase your very own fully operational/ turnkey early childhood education center. This childcare center is an established trusted name in the community, boasting a...
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
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.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $426,767
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hillsborough County, FL
Exceptional Preschool available in Hillsborough County’s Affluent Market Prime operating 12,178 square foot childcare facility strategically located in a highly desirable area of Hillsborough County,...
EBITDA: $550,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fort Bend County, 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...
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...
Denton County, TX
Established early childhood education and childcare center located in Denton County, Texas, operating within a nationally recognized franchise system. The business provides a full suite of services,...
Cash Flow: $107,917
Gallatin County, MT
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, privately owned Montessori early childhood education school located in Montana. Founded on the authentic educational philosophy of Maria Montessori,...
Cash Flow: $210,044
Rutherford County, TN
Built-Out Kids' Play & Party Center | $90K Assets, $59,900 This children's indoor play and party center serves families with kids ages 0-6 in a high-growth Middle Tennessee market. The facility is...
Hamilton Township, NJ
ESTABLISHED MONTESSORI DAYCARE CENTER FOR SALE Well-established Montessori daycare center located in Hamilton Township, NJ, operating successfully since 2017. This turnkey educational business...
Cash Flow: $24,000
Suffolk County, NY
Unique opportunity to purchase a thriving childcare center that has been serving the local community for more than 30 years. The center is licensed for more than 100 children (infants through school...
Cash Flow: $295,000
Yoakum County, TX
This established childcare center has been serving its community for over a decade and enjoys a strong reputation and consistent enrollment. The facility is well-maintained and equipped with modern...
Cash Flow: $82,491
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) | Total Market (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 253 | 48,828 |
| Asking Price | $610,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $698,390 | $1,303,147 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $150,000 | $52,126 |
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $280,000 | $610,000 | $1,300,000 |
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 | $386,053 | $83,118 |
| Median | $698,390 | $150,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,163,000 | $285,176 |
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 | 2.42 |
| Median | 0.88 | 3.49 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.51 | 5.25 |
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 $610,000, though prices range from under $280,000 to well over $1,300,000.
How much do Day Care and Child Care Centers owners earn?
The median reported revenue of Day Care and Child Care Centers is $698,390 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 2.42 to 5.25, with the median at 3.49. This means the typical Day Care and Child Care Center may ask for around 0.88 times its annual revenue, and 3.49 times its annual owner earnings.
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