Learning Care offers a seamless acquisition process for succession and success.
A new home
for your legacy
As one of the largest early education and child care organizations in the United States, Learning Care has 1,150+ schools operating in 40 states and Washington, DC. Our 24,000+ educators support 165,000+ children every day.
School acquisitions have played a significant role in our company’s journey. We go into every acquisition with extensive experience, a collaborative spirit, and deep respect for your legacy. And we know how to communicate and care for teams, children, and families. If you’re thinking about transition, we would love to hear from you.
Your preferred transition partner
We recognize thoughts about change can be overwhelming. We’re here to put your mind at ease. Let’s work together to create a solution catered toward your ideal transition scenario.
How Does the Process Work?
Step 1: Getting to know each other
How Does the Process Work?
Step 1: Getting to know each other
This introductory conversation is where we get to start our relationship and discuss if we’re the right fit for each other.
How Does the Process Work?
Step 2: Information sharing and face-to-face meeting
How Does the Process Work?
Step 2: Information sharing and face-to-face meeting
We will request information about your school in order to inform our fair market valuation process. All conversations and information will be confidential. We will also arrange a time with you for a face-to-face meeting.
How Does the Process Work?
Step 3: What’s your school worth?
How Does the Process Work?
Step 3: What’s your school worth?
We mutually agree on the fair market value for your school(s).
How Does the Process Work?
Step 4: Transition planning
How Does the Process Work?
Step 4: Transition planning
Move toward finalizing our arrangement and collective transition plans. Certain key elements include legal documents, announcements to staff and parents, and licensing matters.
How Does the Process Work?
Step 5: Welcome to the Learning Care family
How Does the Process Work?
Step 5: Welcome to the Learning Care family
Congratulations! It’s time to celebrate the successful transition of your school — and the start of your future.
Let’s have an introductory conversation
We’re interested to talk and learn about you, your school(s), your success as an entrepreneur and educator, and what’s on your mind about a potential transition. Please ask about our no-strings-attached school valuation offer!
Growing Brilliant
We chose Learning Care because we felt the transition would be the smoothest for our families and staff. It was clear they had an outlined process and extensive experience. This definitely put our minds at ease. We have been able to step away and focus on other goals while the schools continue to thrive. We would highly recommend Learning Care to other owners looking for a strong acquisition partner.
– Zach and Lisa Hansen, Owners
– Zach and Lisa Hansen, Owners
Mansfield Montessori
Retirement was a big step and I was concerned. However, I quickly realized this group was made up of extremely intelligent, caring, dependable, knowledgeable, kind, professional, educated, and experienced women that understand the business. The professionalism these women had cannot be put into words. Learning Care has a solid system in place that gives peace of mind. I feel at peace with my decision and am enjoying my retirement to its fullest.
– Melissa Arnold, Owner
– Melissa Arnold, Owner
Huckleberry Cheesecake
When my partner and I were looking to retire, we hoped to find the kind of organization who would ‘hold the hands’ of our families and teachers. [Learning Care] delivered and we could not have been more impressed by the team’s professionalism, efficiency, and deference. Overall, it was a pleasure working with Learning Care. The baton was passed knowing our school was in caring and supportive hands. Thank you Learning Care for giving us peace of mind while we enjoy our retirement!
– Traci Sonnenberg, Co-Owner (With Colleen McCarthy)
– Traci Sonnenberg, Co-Owner (With Colleen McCarthy)
Hawthorn Farm Learning Years Day School
I felt pretty vulnerable going into the sale, not having an idea what my business was worth, what would be expected. I was afraid of having to play ‘hard ball.’ But, at the end of the day, it was an advantage to have a company who knew exactly what they were doing. [Learning Care] will hold your hand through the entire process. I felt we had a common goal, a smooth transition to pass the baton of ownership. Communication was great. I always felt taken care of. It was a good partnership.
– Tina McDaniel, Owner
– Tina McDaniel, Owner
Frequently asked questions
We’re an industry leader. We focus on safety, we support child development through our comprehensive, expert-driven curriculum, we invest in our schools, and we have a nurturing, fun culture. Whether you’re looking to retire, pursue other ventures, or find financial independence, we’re ready to help you move forward. Learn more
Our goal with transition is to retain your team and maintain relationship continuity with enrolled children and families. We honor tenure and offer industry-leading healthcare, benefits, fair market compensation, and career path opportunities. We’re very excited to share all these great things with your team!
This depends and will be unique to each situation. Learning Care has experience with primarily two different paths: retaining your existing brand or eventually transitioning your brand to one of our 11 unique brands. This would be further discussed and determined as we work through the transition process.
