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Other Education & Children
Other Education & Children
Home-Based Kids Art Program Franchise - West Valley
Glendale, Arizona, United States
Glendale, AZ, US
Are you passionate about nurturing creativity in young minds? This West Valley business is a leading franchised school art program dedicated to inspiring the next generation of artists and fostering a love for creativity and self-expression. This franchise offers a comprehensive and proven art curriculum designed to engage and educate students. The territory has been established for 23 years and comes with a team of fully trained art instructors. This business can be run from the convenience of your home.
$125,000Asking Price
-Revenue
$63,000Cash Flow
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Schools
Other Service Businesses
Schools
Other Service Businesses
High-Margin Government Contractor | $9.3M Revenue | $800K EBITDA
Loudoun County, Virginia, United States
Loudoun County, VA, US
This highly specialized government services firm provides acquisition consulting, training, and policy support to elite federal intelligence agencies. With nearly two decades of operating history, the company has built a reputation as a trusted partner delivering mission-critical expertise in complex, highly regulated environments. Its services are deeply embedded within the client’s operations, supporting critical procurement decisions, workforce development, and policy implementation at the highest levels. The business operates under a long-term, single-award prime contract with a premier intelligence agency, generating 100% recurring revenue with exceptional visibility and stability. The current contract spans approximately 10 years with a total value nearing $80 million, providing predictable and durable cash flow. Due to organizational conflict of interest (OCI) restrictions and the highly specialized nature of the work, competition is limited, creating a defensible and sustainable market position. Financial performance has been consistently strong, with revenue exceeding $9.3 million and adjusted EBITDA approaching $800,000. The company maintains a disciplined cost structure and benefits from a cost-reimbursable contract model, reducing financial risk while ensuring steady profitability. Monthly invoicing and reliable government payment cycles further enhance cash flow predictability. A key differentiator is the company’s highly experienced workforce, composed of approximately 45 employees, including subject matter experts with senior military and government backgrounds. All personnel hold Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearances, creating a significant barrier to entry for competitors and reinforcing the company’s value to its client. The organization has demonstrated exceptional employee retention, supported by a unique and competitive compensation structure. Operations are efficient and scalable, requiring minimal capital expenditures and no reliance on subcontractors. The company utilizes a DCAA-compliant accounting system and has maintained a low-risk audit profile, further strengthening its credibility within the federal contracting ecosystem. Its past performance ratings have been consistently strong, reflecting a long history of successful contract execution and customer satisfaction. While the current ownership has focused on a single-client strategy, substantial growth opportunities exist for a new owner. Expansion into additional federal agencies, pursuit of new prime contracts, or strategic subcontracting partnerships could significantly increase revenue and enterprise value. The company’s deep expertise in acquisition consulting and program management positions it well to compete across a broader segment of the government services market. Ownership is seeking a transition due to retirement and is committed to supporting a smooth handover, including a transition period to ensure continuity of operations and client relationships. This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a stable, high-barrier government contractor with long-term contracted revenue, a highly cleared workforce, and meaningful upside potential for growth-oriented buyers.
$3,150,000Asking Price
$9,357,874Revenue
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Other Education & Children
Other Education & Children
Semi-Absentee Tutoring Franchise in South Suburbs–$350K+ Revenue
Cook County, Illinois, United States
Cook County, IL, US
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 network with over 45 years of experience in K–12 education, this center is known for delivering high-impact, personalized academic support. The business offers a full range of academic services for grades K–12, including reading, math, writing, study skills, homework support, and test preparation. Programs are delivered through a combination of proven curriculum, engaging technology, and certified educators, creating individualized learning experiences that drive real results for students. Strategically located in a well-maintained retail center with excellent visibility on a high-traffic street, the facility is easily accessible and surrounded by a solid middle-class customer base. The location is professionally outfitted and provides a welcoming, productive environment for students and families. A major strength of the business is its experienced and dependable Center Director, who manages daily operations and staff. This allows the current owner to work fewer than 20 hours per week, primarily in an oversight and strategic role. For a buyer interested in a semi-absentee model, this structure is already in place. However, for a buyer who chooses to owner/operate the business, there's significant upside: Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) can exceed $100,000 annually, based on current performance and cost structure. Despite broader economic fluctuations, the business has maintained consistent annual revenues of over $350,000 for the past three years, underscoring its strong market position and steady demand.
$100,000Asking Price
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Other Education & Children
Other Education & Children
Relocate to Texas-Own Acreage-Cash Flowing Equestrian Operation
Texas, United States
TX, US
One of the most profitable and professionally structured riding schools in the Greater Houston region, purpose-built for lesson-based equestrian education. The business serves riders from ages two through advanced levels through a structured, safety-first curriculum, generating approximately 80% recurring revenue year-over-year via monthly enrollment programs ($295-$395 per month). The core lesson program runs independently of the owners through a professional staff of two managers and eight trainers using standardized lesson formats. Operations are based on a purpose-built 5.5-acre unrestricted property in one of Texas's fastest-growing, most affluent corridors, featuring two premium arenas, 33 stalls, and a fully remodeled 3,200 sq ft residence with pool, pool house, and guest tiny house included in the sale. With thousands of families within a 10-mile radius, limited comparable competition, and multiple underutilized revenue channels, this is a turnkey platform with significant room to grow.
$3,995,000Asking Price
$922,500Revenue
$263,137Cash Flow
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Preschools
Day Care & Child Care Centers
Preschools
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Established Childcare Center – Real Estate Included
Missouri, United States
MO, US
This established childcare center, located just south of Kansas City in Missouri, is a turnkey operation offering both strong cash flow and real estate ownership. In summer 2025, the owner implemented a 10% tuition increase, projected to add roughly $60,000 in additional annual profit. This positions the center for even stronger financial performance on top of the $934,973 in revenue generated in 2024. The business has built a trusted reputation in the community, supported by 24 experienced staff members, proven systems, and loyal enrollment. The sale includes the real estate, valued at $900,000, which features modernized interiors, spacious classrooms, ample parking, and recently added playground equipment. This well-maintained property not only supports daily operations but also provides flexibility for future growth or expansion. With consistent demand for childcare services, reliable staffing, and immediate upside from the tuition adjustment, this opportunity is well-suited for either an owner-operator or an investor. Multiple avenues for growth remain available, including program expansion, enrollment increases, and optimizing property use. Offering both stability and upside, this is a compelling childcare acquisition just south of Kansas City.
$850,000Asking Price
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Schools
Other Education & Children
Schools
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Premier Driver Education Academy - Recession-Resistant & Growing Fast
Tennessee, United States
TN, US
Established 5 years ago, this driver education academy has rapidly become the premier provider in a major Southeastern metropolitan market, achieving 62.7% revenue growth with nearly 500 five-star reviews. The business generates $430,000+ in annual revenue through multiple streams: state-required teen driver education programs ($499-$699 packages), court-ordered defensive driving courses ($200,000+ generated over 3 years through exclusive municipal court relationships), private driving lessons, suspended license reinstatement classes, and simulator sessions. This turnkey operation delivers consistent, recession-resistant performance fueled by perpetual demand—teenagers turn driving age daily, and state-mandated requirements ensure baseline enrollment regardless of economic conditions. Remarkably, all growth has been achieved through word-of-mouth alone; the first advertising campaign launches soon. The business boasts significant competitive advantages including an $80,000+ proprietary driving simulator (unmatched by competitors), exclusive/preferred provider status with multiple courts, AAA Approved School credentials, and a facility recognized by state inspectors as one of the finest in the state. With 650+ students annually, a course calendar booked through year-end, committed staff expected to remain, and untapped expansion opportunities (senior insurance discount program approved, geographic expansion configured, virtual delivery available), this represents an exceptional acquisition for an owner-operator or investor seeking predictable cash flow in the essential services sector.
$700,000Asking Price
$433,066Revenue
$136,793Cash Flow
Preschools
Day Care & Child Care Centers
Preschools
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Turnkey Northeast Ohio Childcare Center
Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, Ohio, United States
Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, OH, US
A long-established, fully licensed childcare center in a desirable Summit County, Ohio community is offered for sale due to the founder’s retirement after 37 continuous years of operation. The Center has built a remarkable multi-generational following — parents who attended as children are now enrolling their own kids — with average length of enrollment near five years and a tenured staff team carrying 8 to 30 years of service. Licensed for 50 children (60+ during summer school-age sessions), the Center is operating near capacity year-round, maintains an active waitlist for infant care, and acquires new families almost entirely through word-of-mouth referrals — essentially zero marketing spend. The state-approved Creative Curriculum, Step Up to Quality participation, and a spotless inspection history with the Ohio Department of Children and Youth provide a strong compliance foundation, while a “home-like” setting in a converted residential property gives the Center a clear competitive edge over institutional competitors. The complementary real estate is available for purchase alongside the business, with seller financing entertained for qualified buyers — an ideal acquisition for an owner-operator, regional childcare consolidator, or first-time buyer seeking an established cash-flowing operation with built-in growth headroom in tuition, infant-room capacity, and on-site expansion potential.
$65,000Asking Price
$400,000Revenue
$51,000Cash Flow
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Other Education & Children
Other Service Businesses
Other Education & Children
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Well-established Baby Equipment Rental Business
Aspen, Pitkin County, Colorado, United States
Aspen, Pitkin County, CO, US
This well-established baby equipment rental business serving Aspen, Colorado, is known for its exceptional standards of quality, cleanliness, and reliability. The company provides premium, meticulously maintained baby gear that is thoroughly cleaned and inspected before every rental, earning the trust of discerning families and vacationing clients. With a strong reputation for dependable delivery, seamless service, and consistent customer satisfaction, this business is positioned as a trusted partner for parents seeking safe, high-quality baby equipment in a luxury destination market. Boasting a long consistent history and strong word-of-mouth presence, this is the perfect opportunity for someone looking for a flexible seasonal work schedule and a home-based business.
$125,000Asking Price
$86,782Revenue
$63,983Cash Flow
Other Education & Children
Day Care & Child Care Centers
Other Education & Children
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Absentee Licensed Childcare Center + Real Estate
Indiana, United States
IN, US
Well-established, licensed childcare center and preschool in Southern Indiana, offered together with its owned real estate. The center has served the same community for more than three decades and cares for children from infancy through pre-kindergarten across eight age-graded classrooms, open year-round. The business runs on an absentee basis: an on-site director manages day-to-day operations while ownership contributes only about one hour per week. It is supported by a tenured, credentialed team of roughly 20 staff. Revenue is recurring weekly tuition, funded by a mix of private-pay families and state childcare-subsidy vouchers, and supplemented by federal food-program reimbursements. The state recently increased the center's licensed capacity, creating immediate room to grow enrollment against a largely fixed cost base, a clear, day-one value-add for a new owner. Current utilization leaves meaningful open, licensable seats, with a waitlist in the youngest rooms. A temporary dip in the most recent full year was driven by a state subsidy-voucher pause that has since been reinstated, and the business is pacing back toward its prior peak. The purpose-built facility (~6,300 sq ft) includes a commercial kitchen, secured playgrounds, and code-compliant classrooms, and is included in the asking price. Because the real estate represents more than half of the purchase price, the transaction qualifies for SBA financing with 25-year amortization, which lowers a buyer's debt service and improves coverage. Ideal for an owner-operator, a first-time buyer using SBA financing, or a regional childcare operator seeking a turnkey add-on. A signed non-disclosure agreement and buyer qualification are required to receive detailed financials and the confidential information memorandum. All figures are approximate, unaudited, and subject to verification. Inquiries are handled exclusively through Munera Capital. Confidential listing. A signed NDA and buyer qualification are required before the business name, exact location, and detailed financials are released.
$1,780,000Asking Price
$1,000,000Revenue
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Other Education & Children
Medical Practices
Other Education & Children
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$3.2M Rev – Dual-Accredited Medical School
Mahoning County, Ohio, United States
Mahoning County, OH, US
This business operates as an accredited international medical education platform offering structured pathways from pre-medical studies through a full Doctor of Medicine program, with academic instruction delivered at an offshore campus and clinical training conducted through affiliated hospitals in the United States. It serves a diverse, global student population and generates revenue through a recurring tuition-based model supported by multiple program entry points and ongoing student progression. Operations are supported by recognized accreditation standards, established academic infrastructure, and a network of clinical partnerships, creating meaningful barriers to entry. The platform is positioned to benefit from sustained demand for medical education driven by global physician shortages, while also offering opportunities to enhance performance through enrollment growth, program expansion, and optimization of pricing and student financing initiatives.
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$3,200,000Revenue
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Market Snapshot
National transaction benchmarks for education and child care business businesses.
Under $500K
Median revenue$361k
Median cash flow$89k
Median sale price$204k
Multiple range1.4x - 2.8x
$500K to $2M
Median revenue$927k
Median cash flow$279k
Median sale price$800k
Multiple range2.4x - 4.5x
Over $2M
Median revenue$2.41m
Median cash flow$858k
Median sale price$3m
Multiple range3.4x - 6.5x
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
What to know about education and child care business acquisitions
GW
Cofounder & CEO
Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating education and child care business acquisitions.
Check staff credentials, ratios, and turnover
Qualified teachers and directors are both required and hard to replace; losing staff can push you below licensed ratios and force closures.
Examine enrollment, waitlists, and retention
Recurring tuition and a waitlist are the value; get enrollment trends by program and watch revenue-per-child against market benchmarks.
Understand the owner-director's role
In many centers the owner is the licensed director and the face to parents. Know whether a qualified director stays or must be hired.
Assess the real estate and facility
Playgrounds, classrooms, and safety build-outs are capital-heavy and regulated; confirm the space supports licensed capacity without expensive remediation.
Review safety, insurance, and liability exposure
Background-check compliance, incident history, and coverage are non-negotiable here. Confirm standing and adequacy before you commit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.
Yes, helped by recurring tuition. Lenders focus on licensing standing, enrollment stability, and director transfer, so a clean regulatory record and a director who stays make funding straightforward.