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Education and Child Related Businesses For Sale in California

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Santa Clara County Preschool for Sale - Bright & Spacious

Santa Clara County, CA

Well established Preschool Center for sale in Santa Clara County. Wonderful opportunity to own a profitable, well-established, mid-to-large preschool center located in a desirable and affluent Santa...

$750,000

$750,000

Preschool Business For Sale Fremont , CA (Mission)

Fremont, CA

Situated along a prominent commercial corridor in Fremont, CA, offering excellent visibility and convenient access to surrounding residential communities and businesses. The property benefits from its...

$300,000

$300,000

Profitable large capacity Preschool in South SF Bay Area

Santa Clara County, CA

ESTABLISHED PRESCHOOL OPERATION - SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA This well-established preschool represents a compelling acquisition opportunity for qualified buyers seeking entry into or expansion...

$520,000

$520,000

Cash Flow: $173,000

Established Safari Run Franchise in Livermore – Turnkey Business

Livermore, CA

Safari Run Franchise Opportunity – New Location Coming to Livermore, CA Acquire a Brand-New Children’s Indoor Play & Birthday Party Business Before Construction Is Complete An exciting opportunity is...

$925,000

$925,000

Established Piano Studio with Loyal Student Base in Torrance, CA

Los Angeles County, CA

For 7 years, this piano instruction studio has provided personalized, one-on-one piano lessons to families in Torrance and the surrounding South Bay. Founded in 2019, the studio has built a loyal base...

$69,000

$69,000

Cash Flow: $47,429

Franchised Learning Center – Affluent Community

Orange County, CA

Well-established franchised learning center providing math and English instruction for 14 years. The center serves approximately 150 subjects at an average tuition of $210 per subject, with enrollment...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $89,000

145+ Lic | Los Angeles County | Child Care Ctr. | Exceptional Upside.

Los Angeles County, CA

We are pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire a well-established child care and early education business with a licensed capacity exceeding 145 children. Serving a desirable...

$1,299,000

$1,299,000

"Thriving Test Prep & Tutoring Business for Sale – 18 Years of Success

Pasadena, CA

This well-established test prep and tutoring business has been a trusted provider of educational services for over 18 years. Located in a prime area, it offers a comprehensive range of tutoring...

$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Established Preschool + Real Estate | 205 Capacity | Santa Clarita, CA

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Santa Clarita, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, independently operated childcare center along with the underlying real estate in Santa Clarita, CA. Creative Years Infant Center & Preschool has been...

$5,375,000

$5,375,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Preschool Business For Sale Oakdale, CA

Oakdale, CA

Located in a charming, small-town neighborhood known for its welcoming community and rich history. Oakdale, often referred to as the "Cowboy Capital of the World," offers a blend of rural charm and...

$510,000

$510,000

Sylvan Learning
Franchise

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

$75,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $375,780

Established Child Care Business + Real Estate in Marin County.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Marin County, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire both an established child care business and the underlying real estate in a highly desirable North Bay market. The school has operated from this location for decades and...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Highly Regarded Kids Soccer Program – Multiple Locations

San Diego County, CA

Established and highly regarded youth sports business specializing in soccer instruction for toddlers and young children throughout San Diego County. For more than two decades, the company has...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $106,266

Thriving Interactive Art Studio for Sale — inside Liberty Station

$485,000 - San Diego, CA

$485,000

San Diego, CA

Profitable Child Care Business + Real Estate Included.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Contra Costa County, CA

Confidential opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, long-established child care and early education business together with the underlying real estate in one transaction. The business operates as...

$3,520,000

$3,520,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Preschool For Sale San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA

One of San Francisco's most desirable neighborhoods. The location offers excellent visibility and accessibility, with close proximity to major thoroughfares, public transportation, parks, dining,...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Brent J. Delhamer

Insite Commercial Real Estate Advisors

Serving San Diego County, CA

Child Care Insite is a specialized business brokerage and commercial real estate advisory firm focused on privately owned child care centers, preschools, Montessori schools, and their underlying real estate. We represent owners in business-only sales, real estate sales, and combined transactions involving both the operating business and property. Our work integrates business valuation, real estate analysis, buyer qualification, financing structure, licensing considerations, due diligence, and closing coordination into one cohesive process. Our objective is to position each opportunity based on its complete economic value while identifying issues that could reduce price, limit financing, or derail the transaction. We prepare professional offering materials, communicate the opportunity clearly, and manage the sale from initial valuation through closing.

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After-School & Homeschool Enrichment Academy for Sale

Mission Viejo, CA

At our learning center, experienced and compassionate educators make learning accessible, engaging, and enjoyable. As a one-of-a-kind California learning center, we are dedicated to inspiring...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $30,000

Established and Profitable Supplemental Education Franchise

Contra Costa County, CA

Here is an great opportunity to own a well-established, high performing supplemental education and tutoring franchise business is located in the San Francisco Bay Area. The business operates out of a...

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $264,700

Well Established Preschool day care

Chico, CA

Preschool Business for Sale – Established 20+ Years | Prime Chico Location Investment Highlights Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established preschool located in the heart of Chico. The school...

$180,000

$180,000

Established and Growing Tutoring Center in a Prime OC Location

Anaheim, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a turnkey tutoring center in a prime location in the thriving community of Anaheim Hills. This center offers TK-12 grade academic support and has built a strong...

$110,000

$110,000

Music Retailer with Repair Division & studio rental

Sacramento County, CA

Established music business with multiple revenue streams, including instrument sales, professional repair services, and studio space leased to independent music instructors and contractors. This...

$429,000

$429,000

Cash Flow: $221,824

Kiddie Academy
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Kiddie Academy® Domestic Franchising is based in Maryland and supports 375+ Academies and counting in 39 states and the District of Columbia.

$250,000

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,193,815

Preschool For Sale San Ramon, CA

San Ramon, CA

Situated in the heart of San Ramon's thriving Crow Canyon corridor, offering excellent access to major retail centers, dining, and business hubs. The property is conveniently located near shopping...

$700,000

$700,000

Preschool for Sale Spring Valley (San Diego, CA)

Spring Valley, CA

Located in the heart of Spring Valley, an established East County San Diego community known for its suburban feel, family-friendly atmosphere, and convenient access to parks, schools, shopping, and...

$640,000

$640,000

Move-In-Ready Kids' Party Franchise

$15,000 - Orange County, CA

$15,000

Orange County, CA

Preschool business for sale Chatsworth, CA

Chatsworth, CA

A well-established community in the northwest San Fernando Valley. The property enjoys excellent accessibility with close proximity to major thoroughfares including Topanga Canyon Boulevard and the...

$2,150,000

$2,150,000

After School Learning, Tutorial, Childcare Center With Transportation

Orange County, CA

***In Escrow*** In 2014, as working parents, the founders were searching for an after-school program for their own children, not finding a program that fulfilled all their expectations, the founders...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $286,901

Absentee-run family entertainment franchise

California

Imagine stepping into your own thriving children's entertainment franchise where laughter fills the air and families create lasting memories. You'll love how this established business practically runs...

$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $189,058

Franchise Tutoring Center

Placer County, CA

This established tutoring and test preparation center represents a proven educational franchise opportunity in Humboldt County. The business operates from a high-visibility commercial location with...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $52,986

Tutoring & Test Prep Center | Turnkey | Strong Repeat Business |Growth

Placer County, CA

What you’re really buying here isn’t just a tutoring center—it’s a set of reassuring signals parents are already saying “yes” to. In a world where education feels increasingly uncertain, this business...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $64,507

Preschool Business For Sale Fremont, CA Licensed For Kids 120

Fremont, CA

Preschool Business for Sale in Fremont, Licensed for 120 Kids Expansion potential. Excellent high density location (surrounded by residential & commercial) Close to the freeways Licensed for 120 kids...

$1,975,000

$1,975,000

Preschool Business For Sale Alameda, CA

Alameda, CA

Situated in the Mariner Square area, known for its waterfront properties and marina access. The location has a unique mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. The location bene?ts f...

$250,000

$250,000

Huntington Learning Centers, Inc.
Franchise

Available in California

JOIN OUR TOP-RANKED EDUCATION FRANCHISE.

$110,000

$110,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $609,454

Profitable Youth Fundraising Franchise Recession-Resistant Opportunity

Fresno County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, mission-driven business that partners directly with schools to deliver engaging fundraising programs. Built on a proven model, the company combines...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $107,169

Profitable Self-Run Capsule Toy & Claw Game Arcade in Prime SF

San Francisco County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey Japanese-style claw machine and capsule toy arcade in a prime San Francisco retail corridor. The business combines entertainment and...

$65,000

$65,000

Cash Flow: $27,703

5-Unit Premium Education Platform — ~$14M Aggregate Revenue / ~$1.8M

$50,000,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$50,000,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Preschool Business for Sale in Danville

Danville, CA

Located in the heart of Danville, a highly desirable and affluent community in California. This prime location offers a peaceful suburban atmosphere while being just minutes away from the vibrant...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $300,000

After School Education

La Crescenta, CA

This after school is designed to help students excel on exams while proving personalized guidance and academic support. It fosters a nurturing and engaging learning environment where students feel...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

The Tutoring Center
Franchise

Available in California

Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!

$50,000

$50,000

After School Education

La Crescenta, CA

This after school is designed to help students excel on exams while proving personalized guidance and academic support. It fosters a nurturing and engaging learning environment where students feel...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

Business & Real Estate | 155+ Lic. Preschool | Large Waitlist.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Los Angeles County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire both the operating business and underlying real estate of a high-capacity preschool located in one of the South Bay's most desirable and supply-constrained markets. The...

$6,495,000

$6,495,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Orange County Music School with 7 rooms

Orange County, CA

Imagine walking into your own thriving music school in Orange County, where the sound of students learning fills seven teaching rooms. You'll love how this established 3-year-old business has already...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $66,184

Music School. Semi-Absentee. Enormous Growth Opportunity

Alameda County, CA

Transform Your Passion for Music into a Profitable Business! Are you passionate about music and possess strong sales and operational skills? Are you seeking a semi-absentee business model with...

$498,000

$498,000

Cash Flow: $145,000

Profitable Preschool Center - Profitable, Excellent Reputation

Santa Clara County, CA

This preschool is known for its excellent reputation, bright and spacious classrooms, and child-centered program. The center is well organized and fully stocked with quality educational materials. The...

$950,000

$950,000

Francois Takle

Coldwell Banker Hallmark Realty

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Preschool business for sale Encino, CA

Encino, CA

This property enjoys a convenient residential setting with easy access to major streets, shopping centers, dining, and everyday services. The area is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods,...

$900,000

$900,000

Preschool Business For Sale Santa Rosa, CA

Santa Rosa, CA

Known for its vibrant community, beautiful surroundings, and strong local economy. Situated in a quiet and convenient area with easy access to nearby neighborhoods, schools, parks, shopping centers,...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Indoor Play Cafe Concept with Multi-Unit Growth Potential

$4,200,000 - Orange County, CA

$4,200,000

Orange County, CA

Unique PreSchool with Real Estate, SBA Qualified

Alameda County, CA

This preschool is located in a unique growing community in San Francisco bay area, offering a comprehensive range of education including preschool education, after-school and summer camp programs....

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $306,892

Code Ninjas Business for Sale

Fremont, CA

Located in the highly desirable Warm Springs district of Fremont, this property sits within a busy commercial corridor along Mission Boulevard, offering excellent visibility and easy access to I-680,...

$260,000

$260,000

Club Z! Tutoring Services
Franchise

Available Nationwide

No storefront needed. Low overhead & recurring revenue. National lead gen support. Top-rated education model. $40k liquid req

$40,000

$40,000

Preschool For Sale Stockton, CA (Real Estate & Business)

Stockton, CA

Situated in a well-established central Stockton corridor along North Pershing Avenue, a major thoroughfare known for its strong mix of residential neighborhoods, schools, and neighborhood retail...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Rare Gymboree Franchise Opportunity - High Growth Potential!

Fremont, CA

Established in 1976, the company is a well-known leader in early childhood development programs, providing play, music, and movement classes for children ages 0-5. With a focus on learning through...

$245,000

$245,000

EBITDA: $50,000

San Joaquin County Preschool Center: Beautiful, Play Based Preschool

San Joaquin County, CA

Beautiful, play based preschool center for sale in San Joaquin County. Nicely designed, bright, and spacious, with natural elements and a child centered, open classroom concept. The facility is well...

$199,000

$199,000

Preschool Business For Sale Arden/Carmichael, CA

Sacramento, CA

Conveniently located in the Arden - Arcade area of Sacramento, a well-established neighborhood known for its mix of residential communities and local businesses. The property offers easy access to...

$300,000

$300,000

K-12 Textbook Wholesaler

Los Angeles County, CA

Accepting indications of interest until January 30, 2026. This is a well-established wholesaler of quality, pre-owned affordable textbooks to K-12 public schools, private schools, school districts,...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,100,000

Charming Preschool Center for Sale in Santa Clara County

Santa Clara County, CA

Charming preschool center for sale in Santa Clara County, located in a desirable neighborhood. This well-loved preschool has been serving the community for decades and has earned an excellent...

$360,000

$360,000

Preschool Business For Sale Turlock, CA

Turlock, CA

Offers convenient access to major roadways, nearby residential neighborhoods, and local amenities. Situated in a well-established area of Turlock, the location provides excellent visibility and...

$795,000

$795,000

Preschool Business For Sale Turlock, CA

Turlock, CA

A residential and community- oriented area in this mid-sized city in Stanislaus County, in California’s Central Valley. Known for its suburban feel, local schools, and family-friendly neighborhoods,...

$600,000

$600,000

Preschool For Sale Morgan Hill, CA (Real Estate & Business)

Morgan Hill, CA

Situated in Santa Clara County in the southern San Francisco Bay Area of California. Monterey Road follows a historic route connecting Gilroy and San Jose and is lined with a mix of local businesses,...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

Apex Leadership Co
Franchise

Available in California

Raise more funds. Build stronger leaders. Own a mission-driven business that transforms schools and communities.

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,578

Buy or Sell an Education and Child Related Business in California
Education and child related businesses listed for sale on BizBuySell include a wide range of businesses focused on child development, learning, and family oriented services, including daycare and childcare centers, preschools, private K–12 schools, tutoring and test prep centers, learning franchises, kids’ activity and enrichment businesses, and child focused e commerce brands. The business models span tuition and fee based services (licensed daycares, preschools, private schools, tutoring centers), franchise models with standardized curricula and brand support (learning centers, crafts, sports, and enrichment programs), and product or digital models such as Amazon FBA and direct to consumer e commerce brands selling children’s products or educational offerings.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median)
Number of Businesses Analyzed47
Asking Price$350,000
Reported Revenue$476,000
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$107,169
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$144,450$350,000$649,500

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Education and Child Related Businesses for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$238,375$64,507
Median$476,000$107,169
Upper Quartile$799,351$250,000

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Education and Child Related Businesses listed for sale in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.551.82
Median0.702.44
Upper Quartile1.113.88

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy an Education and Child Related Business in California?

The median asking price for an established Education and Child Related Business in California is $350,000, though prices range from under $144,450 to well over $649,500.

How much do Education and Child Related Businesses owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Education and Child Related Businesses in California is $476,000 and owners earn a median of $107,169, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value an Education and Child Related Business?

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 Education and Child Related Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.55 to 1.11, with a median of 0.70. Earning multiples range from 1.82 to 3.88, with the median at 2.44. This means the typical Education and Child Related Business in California may ask for around 0.70 times its annual revenue, and 2.44 times its annual owner earnings.

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