Stafford County, VA
ESTABLISHED TUTORING FRANCHISE - NORTHERN VIRGINIA This well-established Sylvan Learning franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in the thriving Northern Virginia education market. Operating...
Stafford County, VA
ESTABLISHED TUTORING FRANCHISE - NORTHERN VIRGINIA This well-established Sylvan Learning franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in the thriving Northern Virginia education market. Operating...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $369,000
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...
$4,750,000
Broward County, FL
Exodus University (https://exodus.university/), a 100% online educational institution registered with the Florida Department of Education, offering academic programs in religious studies, is currently...
$39,000
Berkeley, CA
SCHOOL OF ROCK FRANCHISE - BERKELEY, CA This established School of Rock franchise represents an exceptional opportunity to own a premier music education business in one of California's most desirable...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $151,000
North Carolina
Discover an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a well-established, accredited post-secondary school specializing in bodywork, natural health, and therapeutic education. This premier institution has...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $229,111
Pinellas County, FL
Profitable and well-established preschool now available in a sought-after residential area of Pinellas County, FL. Licensed for 60+ students, this early childhood education center offers programs for...
$999,000
Cooper City, FL
Business Opportunity: Premier Indoor Playground & Early Childhood Development Center – Now for Sale Established & Profitable Business Since opening in 2022, this award-winning indoor playground has...
$250,000
Miami, FL
This is a well-established and highly popular indoor playground in Dade county. This profitable, turnkey business offers an exciting and safe environment for children to play, hosting birthday...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $133,112
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pennsylvania
Established in 2003, this multi-site early childhood education platform has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality programming while maintaining consistent profitability across all...
$10,500,000
Hamilton County, OH
Have you ever wanted to purchase a business that has a positive impact on children & positive equity the day you buy it? This is that business! After much back-and-forth my sister and I have decided...
$97,400
Available Nationwide
It is resale reimagined. Children’s Orchard sells gently used name-brand kid’s clothing, shoes, and accessories for up to 70% off retail prices. If you have been feeling the need for a professional change that offers flexibility, growth potential, and personal fulfillment, Children’s Orchard franchise ownership might be the path you have been searching for. The resale industry is booming, and franchising has real advantages, but the best part is the process is already nailed down for you.
$100,000
See More FranchisesDauphin County, PA
Non-franchised, family oriented center profitable and licensed for 53 children. Prime location easily accessible to multiple large, well known businesses. Keystone STAR facility, well trained staff,...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $72,000
Fort Lauderdale, FL
This long-standing swim school offers consistent cash flow, two exclusive territories in high-demand family communities, and a trained team already in place. With more than a decade of brand presence...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $88,204
$5,000
Baldwin, NY
Baltimore County, MD
An excellent opportunity to acquire two established, high-quality childcare and early learning centers, fully staffed with experienced professionals. The dedicated personnel provide educational...
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $485,351
Fort Bend County, TX
Imagine owning a beautiful, custom-designed school spanning 6,688 square feet, operating successfully since 2011. Nestled in a highly sought-after, family-friendly suburb, this modern early learning...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $230,000
International Business & Franchise Advisors
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Serving Sarasota County, FL
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Cedar Park, TX
Motivated Seller – Price Negotiable! Immediate Sale Opportunity Franchise Opportunity - Thriving Kids Robotics Lab in Cedar Park (Part of 15+ City Network) Step into ownership of a highly popular and...
$200,000
Saint Cloud, MN
This Youth Dance & Fitness Business has been bringing a unique program of dance and creative movement to child care centers, schools, play groups and various after school programs. Company cheerfully...
$59,999
Monmouth County, NJ
Established Tutoring Franchise – ONLY $50,000 needed to get into this Trusted Franchise National Brand Step into a rewarding, education-focused business for just $50,000. This fully operational...
$50,000
Cash Flow: $23,202
Los Angeles County, CA
*Seller Financing available for qualified buyers* Rare opportunity to acquire a profitable Kumon Math & Reading Center in the heart of Lomita. Established in 2021 by a retired engineer and educator,...
$55,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
North Carolina
Turnkey opportunity with a unique and thriving 10,000 sq. ft. indoor children’s party and play space. Opened in May 2023, this whimsically-themed facility has already earned recognition as one of the...
$220,000
Cash Flow: $75,771
Available in Multiple Locations
Join the #1 childcare franchise!
$150,000
See More FranchisesVirginia
Abrakadoodle is a mobile art program that specializes in children's art classes, camps, parties, and special events. We bring our art programs to public schools, charter/private schools, preschools,...
$65,000
Greenwood, IN
Step into ownership with this established Code Ninjas franchise and skip the challenges of starting from scratch. This location is already up and running with enrolled students, trained staff, and a...
$192,000
Cash Flow: $83,000
$125,485
New York, NY
Canal Winchester, OH
Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established, fully operational daycare center that has been serving the community for over 8 years. This center provides high-quality care and early childhood...
$200,000
Visalia, CA
Established, Turn-Key, and Ready to Grow! This is your chance to own a successful and well-established Tutoring Center. Located in a thriving community, this center has over 100 Google 5 star ratings,...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $52,000
San Luis Obispo, CA
Life 101 is an awesome opportunity for a motivated individual who loves and wants to help others grow. Currently it is an online life skills workshop/course which is a great foundation; yet ready to...
$100,000
Appleton, WI
Own one of the Flagship LearningRx Brain Training Franchise Territories. You will leave a lasting impact on lives of others in a business full of heart. This is not a tutoring center and is unlike...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $136,000
Chester County, PA
Seize the rare opportunity to own a well-established daycare center in the rapidly growing community of Exton, PA. Licensed for up to 50 children, this reputable 10-year-old facility is fully...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Erie County, NY
This company specializes in providing comprehensive course licensure and custom content development for school districts, charter schools, and non-profits across the U.S. The offerings are tailored...
$49,000
Cash Flow: $42,000
Brooksville, FL
Quality special needs service and daycare is experiencing explosive growth and is looking for the right investor or possible equity partner to to take on this selfless endeavor. Services include:...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $229,370
Available in Multiple Locations
Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently used and new children’s clothing, toys, equipment and more! With over 415 stores open in North America we are the nations largest chain of children’s resale stores.
$90,000
See More FranchisesTulsa County, OK
This well-established, custom-designed early childhood education center has been a trusted part of the community for over 15 years. Spanning 8,000 square feet, the thoughtfully constructed facility...
$380,000
Cash Flow: $127,000
Milwaukee County, WI
Long established, very profitable early learning facility for sale in southeastern Wisconsin. This 8,200 sq ft custom designed school was built in 2014 by the present owner and has the capacity for...
$1,050,000
Cash Flow: $277,000
$14,000,000
New York, NY
-Two Amazing locations in the best areas of Manhattan. -Established over ten years. -Steady profit margins ($300-500K/yr) -Downtown specializes in language arts and performing arts. -Mid town...
Cash Flow: $740,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
Rare, Outstanding, Profitable, Private, Non-Profit, Accredited, SEVIS Approved, K12 School Operations and Property. Over 200 Students enrolled. This is a must-see school. Sitting on 20AC in pristine...
$5,150,000
Available in Multiple Locations
At Essential Speech and ABA Therapy, children on the autism spectrum have a team behind them!
$75,000
See More FranchisesKane County, IL
A rare opportunity to acquire high-performing, well-established tutoring centers that have been serving their communities since 2014. This franchise specializes in K-12 academic support and SAT/ACT...
$540,000
Cash Flow: $117,802
Tulsa, OK
Tutor Doctor – World’s #1 One-to-one tutoring franchise Tutor Doctor was founded on the simple idea that every student can learn, but not every student can learn the same way. The company’s...
$29,000
Cash Flow: $30,870
DeKalb County, GA
Open and operating childcare businesses with real estate for sale: Dekalb County center -Highly profitable center with enrollment at capacity. Licensed for 155 students. Fully staffed and seller is...
$600,000
Albemarle, NC
Carolina Treetop Challenge is a 5 Course recreational ropes climbing adventure. Through a variety of professionally designed traditional ropes course elements spanning between trees over several...
$375,000
Austin, TX
A premier music school is now for sale, offering buyers a unique opportunity. Known for expert instruction in guitar and other instruments, the school has a loyal and growing clientele. Its...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $87,405
Robert Doyle
Sturges Property Group
Serving Allen County, IN
As on of the largest full-service commercial real estate firms in northern Indiana, Sturges Property Group is your partner for business brokerage, leasing, buying, selling, investing and property management services. Sturges Property Group is client-focused and team-based with over 25 professionals with expertise in commercial real estate sales and leasing, property management, development and business brokerage.
Cary, NC
This business franchise offers a personalized, drug-free program designed to improve focus, behavior, social skills, anxiety, and academic performance in children and adults. The program takes an...
$289,000
New Castle County, DE
Seize the chance to acquire a thriving Childcare Center franchise that is SBA Pre-Qualified! This well-established business is a cornerstone of the New Castle County community, offering a unique blend...
$1,950,000
Cash Flow: $591,428
$115,000
Middlesex, NJ
Glendale, AZ
Child Care Center - 48 Enrolled, Licensed for 59 Children This thriving childcare facility has served the Glendale community since 2002, currently caring for 48 children with capacity for 59....
$145,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Middlesex County, MA
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...
$199,000
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 FranchisesMiddlesex County, MA
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...
$200,000
Middlesex County, MA
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...
$210,000
Virginia Beach County, VA
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...
$90,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Las Vegas, NV
SBA pre-qualified, semi-absentee run Preschool and Child Care Center including real estate for sale. This family-owned business has a strong operational infrastructure and an excellent reputation in...
$6,500,000
Cash Flow: $934,944
Phoenix, AZ
This 13,500 square foot indoor exciting entertainment center is perfect for children 2-10 years old. The attractions include an inflatable sports court, a climbing mountain, a play structure, a...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $20,000
Raleigh, NC
Execute the Plan! Equip High School Coaches with the process of “fundraising” for their student athletes. This is a very low overhead business. Help students achieve their dream of playing sports....
$97,500
Cash Flow: $138,500
Dayton, OH
Execute the Plan! Equip High School Coaches with the process of “fundraising” for their student athletes. This is a very low overhead business. Help students achieve their dream of playing sports....
$97,500
Cash Flow: $138,500
Greenville, SC
Execute the Plan! Equip High School Coaches with the process of “fundraising” for their student athletes. This is a very low overhead business. Help students achieve their dream of playing sports....
$97,500
Cash Flow: $138,500
Nashville, TN
Execute the Plan! Equip High School Coaches with the process of “fundraising” for their student athletes. This is a very low overhead business. Help students achieve their dream of playing sports....
$97,500
Cash Flow: $138,500
Available in Multiple Locations
Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!
$50,000
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.