11304 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 90606

Listing Broker

Brent J. Delhamer | ChildCareInsite | Specializing exclusively in Child Care Center acquisitions across California

Call

‪(949) 416-3849‬

Email

bjd@childcareinsite.com

Scaled Child Care Platform Opportunity

131-License Campus | Long-Term Leasehold | Stabilized Cash Flow with Upside

This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a large-scale, well-established child care business operating from a purpose-built campus with long-term, below-market occupancy costs in a dense Southern California trade area.

The business is licensed for 131 children, operates near capacity with consistent demand, and is supported by an experienced, director-led team. The current ownership structure is largely absentee, creating a clear path for a focused operator to enhance performance without operational disruption.


Investment Highlights

  • Licensed for 131 children with enrollment consistently near capacity

  • ~$1.34M in annual gross revenue

  • $550K–$640K adjusted EBITDA (normalized for owner compensation and non-recurring items)

  • Long-term recorded leasehold interest with approximately 39 years remaining

  • Extremely low occupancy cost relative to replacement economics

  • Turnkey operations with established systems and staff in place

  • Director-run day-to-day operations, limiting transition risk

  • Balanced subsidy mix (~35%) providing stability without capping upside

  • CACFP participation offsets food and kitchen labor costs


Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Scale without entitlement risk
    Large licensed capacity already in place, avoiding licensing, zoning, or expansion hurdles common in California.

  • Occupancy cost advantage
    Long-term leasehold structure locks in occupancy costs far below market rent, materially enhancing cash-on-cash returns.

  • Absentee ownership normalization
    The business has been maintained conservatively under family ownership, with limited focus on optimization. New ownership can unlock upside through attention, not reinvention.

  • Platform-friendly asset
    Ideal for a multi-site operator or regional platform seeking immediate scale, centralized efficiencies, and predictable cash flow.


Upside Opportunities (Optional, Not Required)

  • Tuition normalization
    Current tuition is among the lowest in the surrounding market. A modest 5–10% adjustment is supported by waitlists and historical enrollment stability.

  • Operational tightening
    Scheduling discipline, purchasing leverage, and consistent oversight offer margin improvement without structural changes.

  • Focused ownership
    Increased owner engagement alone presents meaningful upside, as the business is currently managed primarily by on-site leadership.


Staffing & Continuity

  • Experienced director in place

  • Established teaching staff

  • Staff expected to remain post-sale

  • No immediate hiring pressure

  • Short transition support (30–60 days) available to ensure continuity


Leasehold & Financing Considerations

  • Recorded long-term leasehold interest with clear remaining term

  • CPI-based rent adjustments with a defined floor

  • Structure supports long-term financing

  • SBA financing considered feasible based on cash flow and lease profile

  • Financials available for lender review upon request


Transaction Overview

  • Business sale

  • Asset or stock structure considered

  • Clean transition with short seller support period

  • Sellers are motivated yet disciplined

  • Process designed for serious, qualified buyers


Next Steps

Qualified buyers are encouraged to:

  • Review the Offering Memorandum

  • Evaluate the financial and operational profile

  • Submit an indication of interest or Letter of Intent when ready

This is a rare opportunity to acquire scale, stability, and upside in one of California’s most supply-constrained child care markets.