Topics: Valuation of schools, preschools, childcare, K-12 school. EBITDA multiples valuation of schools, preschools, childcare, K-12 school. 

We are frequently asked by sellers and buyers what the EBITDA multiples for schools are. That is how this article originated. In this article we explain how to use this metric and provide some information about the multiples we see today in the marketplace. Finally, we argue that EBITDA multiples are only one indicator to value a school. There is a more precise method. By "school" we mean a network of childcare centers, preschools or K-12 schools or even a single location of any of these educational institutions.

In this article we present some aspects that school owners should take into account when planning to sell a school. By "school" we mean a network of childcare centers, preschools, K-12 or any other type of school, but it also includes a single location or school.

We have been assisting several owners of pediatric therapy companies (including ABA practices) to sale their companies. In this article we talk about several aspects that potential sellers should take into consideration before they start the sale process.

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• M&A and Private Equity Investments in Schools, Preschools, Childcare, K-12 Schools Spring 2018 Read

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You found a good school (preschool or K-12 school) to acquire, did a valuation of the school, presented an offer to the Seller, and the Seller accept it. Then, what? Well, the next step is to confirm assumptions of your valuation and identify risks in acquiring the school. That is the purpose of the due diligence.