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Volume 175 | September 1, 2025

Published By: Halladay Education Group

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Hello Douglas,

Welcome to the 175th edition of HEG’s Inner Circle Private School eNews, where Halladay Education Group shares key insights into the latest investment activity shaping the global private education sector.

 

HEG INSIGHTS

Global Momentum and Market Demand: Recent headlines underscore strong momentum in cross-border private school M&A. Nord Anglia’s acquisition of Trewhela’s School in Chile—its first in that market—signals continued consolidation among premium international platforms and global appetite for academically strong institutions. Meanwhile, growth markets like Saudi Arabia remain hot: the deputy minister of education for investment described the private K-12 sector as "booming," with Vision 2030 driving parental demand and public-private partnerships.

 

Domestic Resilience Amid Challenges: While US charter schools face headwinds from low enrollment and closures, private and independent schools continue to hold appeal. These dynamics are evident in the US and in the student housing sector, where investor interest remains strong despite structural shifts.

 

At HEG, our four decades of leadership in private education M&A give us a clear view of these shifts. Institutional interest is rising, particularly in scalable, high-demand platforms. For school owners considering divestiture or expansion, this creates compelling windows for strategic engagement. HEG is positioned to support with market-calibrated valuations, buyer matching, and disciplined execution aligned with long-term value and today’s buyer confidence.

 

If you are weighing a sale or exploring acquisitions in this active environment, we invite you to connect for a confidential consultation. Contact us for a confidential consultation.

Doug Halladay

To Your Continued Success,

 

Douglas Halladay | President, Halladay Education Group

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Email: info@halladayeducationgroup.com

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FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES



REPUTABLE & PROFITABLE K-12 DAY & INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL - SIGNED LOI

Eastern Canada: Established co-ed private school with 300+ students, a 50-year legacy, and nearly 100% university placement. Generating $9.2M revenue and $3M adjusted EBITDAR (AY26), with 63% enrollment growth potential on a multi-site urban campus. More Info.

 

PREMIER CANADIAN FILM & DIGITAL ARTS COLLEGE

Recognized as a premier institution for creative media education in Canada, offering cutting-edge programs designed and taught by award-winning industry professionals. More Info.

 

FAST-GROWING CANADIAN POST-SECONDARY HEALTHCARE-FOCUSED NETWORK

Established career college group with +20 campuses across 9 cities, with FY25 $37M revenue and $11M adjusted EBITDA—delivering career-aligned programs with 94% focused on high-demand occupations primarily in healthcare. 100% domestic student base, strong cash flow, and significant growth potential through organic expansion and targeted acquisitions. More Info.

 

ACCREDITED CANADIAN DESIGN SCHOOL WITH STRONG FINANCIALS

A leading career college in fashion, interior, and technical design, this accredited institution boasts a 98% domestic enrollment rate, modular hybrid programs, and rising course registrations. With revenue forecasted to exceed $2M and EBITDA projected at $615K by 2028, it presents a turnkey opportunity for strategic buyers seeking growth in the creative education sector. More Info.

 

MARKET-LEADING CANADIAN MASSAGE THERAPY COLLEGE

One of Western Canada’s most established and profitable massage therapy colleges, with 30+ years of operations and a nationally recognized track record of graduate success. Forecast FY2025 revenue of $2M and EBITDA of C$380K (18% margin), scaling to $2.7M and C$771K (29%) by FY2028. With 100% domestic enrollment, regulatory protection, and a trusted brand, it offers a cash-flow positive, recession-resilient platform with 2x EBITDA growth potential. More Info.

 

PREMIUM EUROPEAN SUMMER CAMP PLATFORM

With over five decades of operations and 350,000 alumni from 60 countries, Project Alpine is a leader in Europe’s premium summer camp sector. Forecasting FY2026 revenue of USD $7.2M and EBITDA of $1.2M, it combines strong brand equity, high-margin enrollments, and multi-channel programming. The platform offers investors a scalable, asset-backed opportunity with durable cash flows and clear growth potential. More Info.

 

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FEATURED NEWS

Nord Anglia

TREWHELA'S SCHOOLIN CHILE JOINS NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION



prnewswire.com Marks Nord Anglia's first school in Chile and its 16th school in Latin America and now operates schools...

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FitchLearning

FITCH LEARNING ACQUIRES MOODY'S ANALYTICS LEARNING SOLUTIONS

 

fitchlearning.com Fitch Learning, a global leader in financial learning and professional certifications has signed...

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TPG

TPG WEIGHS SALE OF US$1.5B SINGAPORE-BASED XCL EDUCATION

 

businesstimes.com TPG is considering selling South-east Asian school operator XCL Education and has attracted...

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ALSO IN THE NEWS

BRITISH GROUP BUY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

The International School of Torres Vedras has been acquired by Forfar Education ...Read more

 

NORD ANGLIA EXPANDS ITS PRESENCE IN THAILAND

International schools group buys Regent’s International School Bangkok to take its portfolio ...Read more

 

STRATEGIC EXPANSION INTO THE RED SEA REGION

CIRA Education, Egypt’s largest fully integrated private education group, has announced ...Read more

 

$100B SINGAPOREAN INVESTOR MAKES BIG MOVE IN STUDENT HOUSING

Singaporean property funds giant Mapletree Investments has entered Australia’s expanding ...Read more

 

OXFORD UNIVERSITY SPINOUT ORGANOX TO BE ACQUIRED BY TERUMO FOR $1.5B

OrganOx, a pioneering University of Oxford spinout transforming kidney and liver transplantation ...Read more

 

A BRIGHT NEW CHAPTER AT THAMES WITH DUKE EDUCATION

Thames British School has joined Dukes Education in the UK and Europe ...Read more

 

PROMINENT SOUTH AFRICAN COMPANY BUYING AND OPENING NEW PRIVATE SCHOOLS

AdvTech to expand its private school and ‘university’ network across South Africa and Africa ...Read more

 

CHARTER SCHOOL EXPANSION SLOWS AMID CLOSURES AND LOW ENROLLMENT

Report alleges stagnating enrollment, underperformance and waste are among challenges ...Read more

 

SUADI'S K-12 SECTOR "BOOMING" - AND DEMAND ONLY SET TO GROW

Private K-12 education in Saudi Arabia is surging alongside the country's GDP ...Read more

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ABOUT HEG’S M&A ADVISORY SERVICES

Halladay Education Group (HEG) is a premier M&A advisory firm specializing exclusively in the private education sector across North America and internationally. With over 30 years of experience, HEG has successfully led the sale, acquisition, and recapitalization of a diverse range of educational institutions, including K-12 private schools, boarding and Montessori schools, early childhood centers, ESL programs, career colleges, and higher education platforms.

 

We are a trusted advisor to private equity firms, institutional investors, operators, and family offices pursuing strategic growth, as well as school owners seeking full or partial exits. Backed by deep sector expertise, an extensive proprietary database of qualified buyers, and full-cycle transaction support, HEG has earned a reputation as one of the most active and respected firms in the field. To confidentially discuss your institution’s strategic options—whether a sale, merger, acquisition, or financing—and how emerging trends may impact your outlook, contact us at 1-800-687-1402. Please view our Corporate Brochure.

 

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