XC Boarding-Aug15-2026(198) InnerCircle: Dublin Business School in $125.5M Deal

Email from Halladay Education Group Inc. Latest News & Updates: Dublin Business School in $125.5M Deal Volume 198 | August 15, 2026 Published By: Halladay Education Group Welcome To HEG’s Inner Circle eNews A Bi-Weekly Recap of Essential Reading For The Private School Sector PRIVATE SCHOOL SALES | VALUING YOUR SCHOOL | PRIVATE INQUIRIES Hello Douglas, Welcome to the 198th 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 MARKET INTELLIGENCE The market's message this cycle is consistent: capital keeps moving into private education, and it favours scale over one-off deals. Recent transactions highlight the importance of platform-building, cross-border expansion, and a widening appetite for education-adjacent services. Well-capitalized groups are consolidating school networks and career college brands rather than buying single assets. Cross-border buyers, notably Chinese and Brazil-focused investors, are paying up for established institutions in premium markets. Larger operators are shedding non-core schools to sharpen focus, while capital increasingly follows technology and services around the classroom, from AI-native learning to student housing. For owners, the takeaway is straightforward: buyers are paying for scale, brand, and a clean growth story, not potential alone. Clean financials, leadership depth, and a credible expansion plan separate a premium outcome from an average one. For buyers, the best platforms are commanding full value. Discipline remains essential, and the most promising opportunities are where a turnaround thesis, not a lower multiple, can be confidently underwritten. This approach helps buyers feel assured about their strategic choices. At Halladay Education Group, we track these signals closely across private schools, career colleges, language schools, and education platforms to identify emerging opportunities and trends. If you are considering a sale, acquisition, or recapitalization, schedule a confidential 30-minute call with us to gain insights on current buyer criteria and how your institution compares. Reach out to us at info@HalladayEducationGroup.com. In this edition, you'll find our featured opportunities below. To Your Continued Success, Douglas Halladay | President, Halladay Education Group TF: +1.800.687.1492 | C: +1.604.868.0002 Email: info@halladayeducationgroup.com WeChat: dhalladay | WhatsApp: 604.868.0002 Please view our Corporate Brochure and our Corporate Video. FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES 1) NURSING & HEALTHCARE CAREER COLLEGE GROUP IN WESTERN CANADA REVIEWING OFFERS Market-leading, multi-campus healthcare education platform. FY25 anchors at $14.5M in revenue and $3.4M in EBITDA (23% margin), scaling asset-light to $19.3M and $5.9M by FY27F (30% margin), demonstrating strong earnings momentum and growth visibility. Programs include Practical Nursing (LPN) and allied health. Underwriting rests on: (i) approved programs with domestic financial-eligibility status, (ii) defensible practicum access, and (iii) predominantly domestic tuition revenues. More Info 2) MULTI-CAMPUS WESTERN CANADIAN HEALTH / WELLNESS / BEAUTY CAREER COLLEGE PLATFORM Scaled multi-campus Western Canadian career college group with substantial healthcare exposure and FY26F projected EBITDA of about $2.6M on $6.6M of revenue. The platform combines domestic demand, practical employer-aligned training, and a capacity-ready multi-campus footprint that supports further margin expansion. Growth opportunities include adding cohorts, selective program expansion, pricing optimization, and increased utilization of clinics and salons. More Info. 4) PREMIUM EUROPEAN SUMMER CAMP PLATFORM Project Alpine: 50+ years, 350,000 alumni, and participants from 60 countries. FY26F: US$7.2M revenue / $1.2M EBITDA. Buyer value: brand equity, high-margin enrollments, multi-country programming, and repeat/cross-sell potential across channels. Growth levers include extended seasons, new locations, and structured partnerships. More Info 4) U.S. FOR-PROFIT K-12 BUYER (VOUCHER/ESA STATES) Global operator seeking acquisitions of for-profit day schools in voucher/ESA markets. Target: $500K–$5M EBITDA, strong academics, and clear growth. Flexible deal structures, including real estate options, are suitable for single sites or small groups. Priority: FL, TX, AZ, GA (plus IN, IA, OH, NC, UT, WV, AL, LA, OK, NH, TN). Confidential, founder-friendly, proven integration. More info 5) PROFITABLE TRANSPORT CANADA–APPROVED FTU + AVIATION CAREER COLLEGE (WESTERN CANADA) Scaled, asset-backed aviation training platform: Transport Canada–approved FTU within a provincially accredited career college with DLI and Student Aid eligibility. FY26F: $3.45M revenue, ~335 students, normalized EBITDA ~$910K (FY24–FY25F avg), expanding to ~$1.05M at 30%+ margins. Leased airside campus; 11-aircraft fleet (~$2.6M), simulator, and maintenance operations create a defensible regulatory/operating moat. More Info More Opportunities Info FEATURED NEWS DUBLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL IN $125.5 MILLION DEAL China Chunlai Education Group is set to acquire Dublin Business School from Kaplan. Read more IMARTICUS LEARNING ACQUIRES SINGAPORE-BASED BELLS INSTITUTE Brings together two institutions focused on education and workforce development. Read more ASCEND LEARNING ACQUIRES TAMS TO STRENGTHEN FACULTY OPS New addition helps nursing programs staff smarter and teach more. Read more ALSO IN THE NEWS KENT COMPLETES LANDMARK 'SUPER-UNIVERSITY' MERGER WITH GREENWICH Marking the legal formation of the London and South East University Group – to be known as LASE. Read more HSU AND CICM CONFIRM COMPLETION OF MERGER Health Sciences University and the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine announce a significant milestone. Read more SOUTH FLORIDA DRAGON FLIGHT TRAINING ACQUIRED BY ALPHA-TECH AVIATION SERVICES Acquisition preserves a Pembroke Pines aviation business while supporting continued pilot training in Broward County. Read more COURSERA MAKES $100M STRATEGIC INVESTMENT IN LEARNVECTOR The investment is intended to advance Coursera’s AI strategy. Read more FOREIGN GROUPS ACCELERATE PUSH INTO BRAZIL'S PREMIUM SCHOOL MARKET International operators are buying elite bilingual schools as consolidation accelerates in private education. Read more CORE SPACES CLOSES $1.64B STUDENT HOUSING FUND Core Spaces has closed its latest flagship student housing fund from global investors. Read more IMAGINE LEARNING ACQUIRES WAYSIDE PUBLISHING TO ADVANCE WORLD LANGUAGE EDUCATION Acquisition strengthens Imagine Learning’s portfolio of high-quality instructional materials. Read more HELPING LINKS 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. info@halladayeducationgroup.com | 1-800-687-1492 | www.buyingandsellingschools.com View Our Brochure Contact Us View our Corporate Video Visit our website STAY CONNECTED Halladay Education Group Inc. | 4316 Arthur Drive | Delta, BC V4K 2W8 CA Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice

XC Education-Aug15-2026(198) InnerCircle: Dublin Business School in $125.5M Deal

Email from Halladay Education Group Inc. Latest News & Updates: Dublin Business School in $125.5M Deal Volume 198 | August 15, 2026 Published By: Halladay Education Group Welcome To HEG’s Inner Circle eNews A Bi-Weekly Recap of Essential Reading For The Private School Sector PRIVATE SCHOOL SALES | VALUING YOUR SCHOOL | PRIVATE INQUIRIES Hello Douglas, Welcome to the 198th 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 MARKET INTELLIGENCE The market's message this cycle is consistent: capital keeps moving into private education, and it favours scale over one-off deals. Recent transactions highlight the importance of platform-building, cross-border expansion, and a widening appetite for education-adjacent services. Well-capitalized groups are consolidating school networks and career college brands rather than buying single assets. Cross-border buyers, notably Chinese and Brazil-focused investors, are paying up for established institutions in premium markets. Larger operators are shedding non-core schools to sharpen focus, while capital increasingly follows technology and services around the classroom, from AI-native learning to student housing. For owners, the takeaway is straightforward: buyers are paying for scale, brand, and a clean growth story, not potential alone. Clean financials, leadership depth, and a credible expansion plan separate a premium outcome from an average one. For buyers, the best platforms are commanding full value. Discipline remains essential, and the most promising opportunities are where a turnaround thesis, not a lower multiple, can be confidently underwritten. This approach helps buyers feel assured about their strategic choices. At Halladay Education Group, we track these signals closely across private schools, career colleges, language schools, and education platforms to identify emerging opportunities and trends. If you are considering a sale, acquisition, or recapitalization, schedule a confidential 30-minute call with us to gain insights on current buyer criteria and how your institution compares. Reach out to us at info@HalladayEducationGroup.com. In this edition, you'll find our featured opportunities below. To Your Continued Success, Douglas Halladay | President, Halladay Education Group TF: +1.800.687.1492 | C: +1.604.868.0002 Email: info@halladayeducationgroup.com WeChat: dhalladay | WhatsApp: 604.868.0002 Please view our Corporate Brochure and our Corporate Video. FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES 1) NURSING & HEALTHCARE CAREER COLLEGE GROUP IN WESTERN CANADA REVIEWING OFFERS Market-leading, multi-campus healthcare education platform. FY25 anchors at $14.5M in revenue and $3.4M in EBITDA (23% margin), scaling asset-light to $19.3M and $5.9M by FY27F (30% margin), demonstrating strong earnings momentum and growth visibility. Programs include Practical Nursing (LPN) and allied health. Underwriting rests on: (i) approved programs with domestic financial-eligibility status, (ii) defensible practicum access, and (iii) predominantly domestic tuition revenues. More Info 2) MULTI-CAMPUS WESTERN CANADIAN HEALTH / WELLNESS / BEAUTY CAREER COLLEGE PLATFORM Scaled multi-campus Western Canadian career college group with substantial healthcare exposure and FY26F projected EBITDA of about $2.6M on $6.6M of revenue. The platform combines domestic demand, practical employer-aligned training, and a capacity-ready multi-campus footprint that supports further margin expansion. Growth opportunities include adding cohorts, selective program expansion, pricing optimization, and increased utilization of clinics and salons. More Info. 4) PREMIUM EUROPEAN SUMMER CAMP PLATFORM Project Alpine: 50+ years, 350,000 alumni, and participants from 60 countries. FY26F: US$7.2M revenue / $1.2M EBITDA. Buyer value: brand equity, high-margin enrollments, multi-country programming, and repeat/cross-sell potential across channels. Growth levers include extended seasons, new locations, and structured partnerships. More Info 4) U.S. FOR-PROFIT K-12 BUYER (VOUCHER/ESA STATES) Global operator seeking acquisitions of for-profit day schools in voucher/ESA markets. Target: $500K–$5M EBITDA, strong academics, and clear growth. Flexible deal structures, including real estate options, are suitable for single sites or small groups. Priority: FL, TX, AZ, GA (plus IN, IA, OH, NC, UT, WV, AL, LA, OK, NH, TN). Confidential, founder-friendly, proven integration. More info 5) PROFITABLE TRANSPORT CANADA–APPROVED FTU + AVIATION CAREER COLLEGE (WESTERN CANADA) Scaled, asset-backed aviation training platform: Transport Canada–approved FTU within a provincially accredited career college with DLI and Student Aid eligibility. FY26F: $3.45M revenue, ~335 students, normalized EBITDA ~$910K (FY24–FY25F avg), expanding to ~$1.05M at 30%+ margins. Leased airside campus; 11-aircraft fleet (~$2.6M), simulator, and maintenance operations create a defensible regulatory/operating moat. More Info More Opportunities Info FEATURED NEWS DUBLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL IN $125.5 MILLION DEAL China Chunlai Education Group is set to acquire Dublin Business School from Kaplan. Read more IMARTICUS LEARNING ACQUIRES SINGAPORE-BASED BELLS INSTITUTE Brings together two institutions focused on education and workforce development. Read more ASCEND LEARNING ACQUIRES TAMS TO STRENGTHEN FACULTY OPS New addition helps nursing programs staff smarter and teach more. Read more ALSO IN THE NEWS KENT COMPLETES LANDMARK 'SUPER-UNIVERSITY' MERGER WITH GREENWICH Marking the legal formation of the London and South East University Group – to be known as LASE. Read more HSU AND CICM CONFIRM COMPLETION OF MERGER Health Sciences University and the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine announce a significant milestone. Read more SOUTH FLORIDA DRAGON FLIGHT TRAINING ACQUIRED BY ALPHA-TECH AVIATION SERVICES Acquisition preserves a Pembroke Pines aviation business while supporting continued pilot training in Broward County. Read more COURSERA MAKES $100M STRATEGIC INVESTMENT IN LEARNVECTOR The investment is intended to advance Coursera’s AI strategy. Read more FOREIGN GROUPS ACCELERATE PUSH INTO BRAZIL'S PREMIUM SCHOOL MARKET International operators are buying elite bilingual schools as consolidation accelerates in private education. Read more CORE SPACES CLOSES $1.64B STUDENT HOUSING FUND Core Spaces has closed its latest flagship student housing fund from global investors. Read more IMAGINE LEARNING ACQUIRES WAYSIDE PUBLISHING TO ADVANCE WORLD LANGUAGE EDUCATION Acquisition strengthens Imagine Learning’s portfolio of high-quality instructional materials. Read more HELPING LINKS 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. info@halladayeducationgroup.com | 1-800-687-1492 | www.buyingandsellingschools.com View Our Brochure Contact Us View our Corporate Video Visit our website STAY CONNECTED Halladay Education Group Inc. | 4316 Arthur Drive | Delta, BC V4K 2W8 CA Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice

XC BuySell-Aug15-2026(198) InnerCircle: Dublin Business School in $125.5M Deal

Email from Halladay Education Group Inc. Latest News & Updates: Dublin Business School in $125.5M Deal Volume 198 | August 15, 2026 Published By: Halladay Education Group Welcome To HEG’s Inner Circle eNews A Bi-Weekly Recap of Essential Reading For The Private School Sector PRIVATE SCHOOL SALES | VALUING YOUR SCHOOL | PRIVATE INQUIRIES Hello Douglas, Welcome to the 198th 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 MARKET INTELLIGENCE The market's message this cycle is consistent: capital keeps moving into private education, and it favours scale over one-off deals. Recent transactions highlight the importance of platform-building, cross-border expansion, and a widening appetite for education-adjacent services. Well-capitalized groups are consolidating school networks and career college brands rather than buying single assets. Cross-border buyers, notably Chinese and Brazil-focused investors, are paying up for established institutions in premium markets. Larger operators are shedding non-core schools to sharpen focus, while capital increasingly follows technology and services around the classroom, from AI-native learning to student housing. For owners, the takeaway is straightforward: buyers are paying for scale, brand, and a clean growth story, not potential alone. Clean financials, leadership depth, and a credible expansion plan separate a premium outcome from an average one. For buyers, the best platforms are commanding full value. Discipline remains essential, and the most promising opportunities are where a turnaround thesis, not a lower multiple, can be confidently underwritten. This approach helps buyers feel assured about their strategic choices. At Halladay Education Group, we track these signals closely across private schools, career colleges, language schools, and education platforms to identify emerging opportunities and trends. If you are considering a sale, acquisition, or recapitalization, schedule a confidential 30-minute call with us to gain insights on current buyer criteria and how your institution compares. Reach out to us at info@HalladayEducationGroup.com. In this edition, you'll find our featured opportunities below. To Your Continued Success, Douglas Halladay | President, Halladay Education Group TF: +1.800.687.1492 | C: +1.604.868.0002 Email: info@halladayeducationgroup.com WeChat: dhalladay | WhatsApp: 604.868.0002 Please view our Corporate Brochure and our Corporate Video. FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES 1) NURSING & HEALTHCARE CAREER COLLEGE GROUP IN WESTERN CANADA REVIEWING OFFERS Market-leading, multi-campus healthcare education platform. FY25 anchors at $14.5M in revenue and $3.4M in EBITDA (23% margin), scaling asset-light to $19.3M and $5.9M by FY27F (30% margin), demonstrating strong earnings momentum and growth visibility. Programs include Practical Nursing (LPN) and allied health. Underwriting rests on: (i) approved programs with domestic financial-eligibility status, (ii) defensible practicum access, and (iii) predominantly domestic tuition revenues. More Info 2) MULTI-CAMPUS WESTERN CANADIAN HEALTH / WELLNESS / BEAUTY CAREER COLLEGE PLATFORM Scaled multi-campus Western Canadian career college group with substantial healthcare exposure and FY26F projected EBITDA of about $2.6M on $6.6M of revenue. The platform combines domestic demand, practical employer-aligned training, and a capacity-ready multi-campus footprint that supports further margin expansion. Growth opportunities include adding cohorts, selective program expansion, pricing optimization, and increased utilization of clinics and salons. More Info. 4) PREMIUM EUROPEAN SUMMER CAMP PLATFORM Project Alpine: 50+ years, 350,000 alumni, and participants from 60 countries. FY26F: US$7.2M revenue / $1.2M EBITDA. Buyer value: brand equity, high-margin enrollments, multi-country programming, and repeat/cross-sell potential across channels. Growth levers include extended seasons, new locations, and structured partnerships. More Info 4) U.S. FOR-PROFIT K-12 BUYER (VOUCHER/ESA STATES) Global operator seeking acquisitions of for-profit day schools in voucher/ESA markets. Target: $500K–$5M EBITDA, strong academics, and clear growth. Flexible deal structures, including real estate options, are suitable for single sites or small groups. Priority: FL, TX, AZ, GA (plus IN, IA, OH, NC, UT, WV, AL, LA, OK, NH, TN). Confidential, founder-friendly, proven integration. More info 5) PROFITABLE TRANSPORT CANADA–APPROVED FTU + AVIATION CAREER COLLEGE (WESTERN CANADA) Scaled, asset-backed aviation training platform: Transport Canada–approved FTU within a provincially accredited career college with DLI and Student Aid eligibility. FY26F: $3.45M revenue, ~335 students, normalized EBITDA ~$910K (FY24–FY25F avg), expanding to ~$1.05M at 30%+ margins. Leased airside campus; 11-aircraft fleet (~$2.6M), simulator, and maintenance operations create a defensible regulatory/operating moat. More Info More Opportunities Info FEATURED NEWS DUBLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL IN $125.5 MILLION DEAL China Chunlai Education Group is set to acquire Dublin Business School from Kaplan. Read more IMARTICUS LEARNING ACQUIRES SINGAPORE-BASED BELLS INSTITUTE Brings together two institutions focused on education and workforce development. Read more ASCEND LEARNING ACQUIRES TAMS TO STRENGTHEN FACULTY OPS New addition helps nursing programs staff smarter and teach more. Read more ALSO IN THE NEWS KENT COMPLETES LANDMARK 'SUPER-UNIVERSITY' MERGER WITH GREENWICH Marking the legal formation of the London and South East University Group – to be known as LASE. Read more HSU AND CICM CONFIRM COMPLETION OF MERGER Health Sciences University and the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine announce a significant milestone. Read more SOUTH FLORIDA DRAGON FLIGHT TRAINING ACQUIRED BY ALPHA-TECH AVIATION SERVICES Acquisition preserves a Pembroke Pines aviation business while supporting continued pilot training in Broward County. Read more COURSERA MAKES $100M STRATEGIC INVESTMENT IN LEARNVECTOR The investment is intended to advance Coursera’s AI strategy. Read more FOREIGN GROUPS ACCELERATE PUSH INTO BRAZIL'S PREMIUM SCHOOL MARKET International operators are buying elite bilingual schools as consolidation accelerates in private education. Read more CORE SPACES CLOSES $1.64B STUDENT HOUSING FUND Core Spaces has closed its latest flagship student housing fund from global investors. Read more IMAGINE LEARNING ACQUIRES WAYSIDE PUBLISHING TO ADVANCE WORLD LANGUAGE EDUCATION Acquisition strengthens Imagine Learning’s portfolio of high-quality instructional materials. Read more HELPING LINKS 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. info@halladayeducationgroup.com | 1-800-687-1492 | www.buyingandsellingschools.com View Our Brochure Contact Us View our Corporate Video Visit our website STAY CONNECTED Halladay Education Group Inc. | 4316 Arthur Drive | Delta, BC V4K 2W8 CA Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice

Private School Valuation: What Owners Should Know

What Is My Private School Worth? How Buyers Actually Value a School

Most owners want one number: what is my school worth. The honest answer is that a private school is not valued the way a manufacturing business or a commercial building is. It is worth a multiple of its earnings, yes, but that multiple is shaped by the durability of your enrollment, the strength of your programs, your regulatory standing, and how much of the school's success walks out the door if you leave. Get that reading right and you price the school fairly.

Should You Sell Your School Now, or Wait? A Framework for Timing the Sale

Should You Sell Your School Now, or Wait? A Framework for Timing the Sale

Most owners who come to me about how to sell a private school are really asking a harder question underneath: should I sell now, or should I wait? Those are the same decision, and getting the timing wrong costs you in both directions.

Aug 1-2026 HEG Inner Circle eNewsletter: Lighthouse Learning - Bengaluru

Email from Halladay Education Group Inc. Latest News & Updates: Lighthouse Learning said to be acquiring two schools in Bengaluru Volume 197 | August 1, 2026 Published By: Halladay Education Group Welcome To HEG’s Inner Circle eNews A Bi-Weekly Recap of Essential Reading For The Private School Sector PRIVATE SCHOOL SALES | VALUING YOUR SCHOOL | PRIVATE INQUIRIES Hello Douglas, Welcome to the 197th 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 MARKET INTELLIGENCE Global platform builders continue to consolidate the career and culinary education space. Triumph Higher Education Group's acquisition of the Culinary Institute of Barcelona builds on its earlier purchase of Vancouver's Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, a transaction HEG advised on the sell-side, linking North American and European culinary training under one network. Acquirers are paying for cross-border reach, not just single-site assets. Elsewhere, KKR-backed Lighthouse Learning deepened its Indian K-12 platform; Globeducate added Spain's top-ranked Colegio Peleteiro; and Noon Academy's acquisition of the exam-prep platform Almakhfi shows that edtech consolidation is continuing at pace. Not every deal starts from strength: a historic UK grammar school was recently sold out of administration under cost pressure. For owners, planned exits yield better terms than distressed ones. For buyers, platform building and geographic reach remain the clearest paths to durable value. HEG has direct experience on both sides. Let's schedule a confidential 30-minute call to benchmark your position. Reach out to us for a discreet discussion. To Your Continued Success, Douglas Halladay | President, Halladay Education Group TF: +1.800.687.1492 | C: +1.604.868.0002 Email: info@halladayeducationgroup.com WeChat: dhalladay | WhatsApp: 604.868.0002 Please view our Corporate Brochure and our Corporate Video. FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES 1) REPUTABLE & PROFITABLE K-12 DAY & INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL (EASTERN CANADA) SIGNED LOI Established co-ed school with 50+ years of history, 300+ students, and near-100% university placement. FY26F: $8.2M revenue / $2.0M adjusted EBITDAR. Well-located, multi-site urban campus with ~63% enrollment growth capacity. Buyer value: durable brand, outcomes-driven positioning, diversified delivery (day + boarding), and clear pathway to scale with measured capex and enrollment management. More Info 2) NURSING & HEALTHCARE CAREER COLLEGE GROUP IN WESTERN CANADA Market-leading, multi-campus healthcare education platform. FY25 anchors at $14.5M in revenue and $3.4M in EBITDA (23% margin), scaling asset-light to $19.3M and $5.9M by FY27F (30% margin), demonstrating strong earnings momentum and growth visibility. Programs include Practical Nursing (LPN) and allied health. Underwriting rests on: (i) approved programs with domestic financial-eligibility status, (ii) defensible practicum access, and (iii) predominantly domestic tuition revenues. More Info 3) MULTI-CAMPUS WESTERN CANADIAN HEALTH / WELLNESS / BEAUTY CAREER COLLEGE PLATFORM Scaled multi-campus Western Canadian career college group with substantial healthcare exposure and FY26F projected EBITDA of about $2.6M on $6.6M of revenue. The platform combines domestic demand, practical employer-aligned training, and a capacity-ready multi-campus footprint that supports further margin expansion. Growth opportunities include adding cohorts, selective program expansion, pricing optimization, and increased utilization of clinics and salons. More Info. 4) PREMIUM EUROPEAN SUMMER CAMP PLATFORM Project Alpine: 50+ years, 350,000 alumni, and participants from 60 countries. FY26F: US$7.2M revenue / $1.2M EBITDA. Buyer value: brand equity, high-margin enrollments, multi-country programming, and repeat/cross-sell potential across channels. Growth levers include extended seasons, new locations, and structured partnerships. More Info 5) U.S. FOR-PROFIT K-12 BUYER (VOUCHER/ESA STATES) Global operator seeking acquisitions of for-profit day schools in voucher/ESA markets. Target: $500K–$5M EBITDA, strong academics, and clear growth. Flexible deal structures, including real estate options, are suitable for single sites or small groups. Priority: FL, TX, AZ, GA (plus IN, IA, OH, NC, UT, WV, AL, LA, OK, NH, TN). Confidential, founder-friendly, proven integration. More info 6) PROFITABLE TRANSPORT CANADA–APPROVED FTU + AVIATION CAREER COLLEGE (WESTERN CANADA) Scaled, asset-backed aviation training platform: Transport Canada–approved FTU within a provincially accredited career college with DLI and Student Aid eligibility. FY26F: $3.45M revenue, ~335 students, normalized EBITDA ~$910K (FY24–FY25F avg), expanding to ~$1.05M at 30%+ margins. Leased airside campus; 11-aircraft fleet (~$2.6M), simulator, and maintenance operations create a defensible regulatory/operating moat. More Info More Opportunities Info FEATURED NEWS LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING SAID TO BE ACQUIRING TWO SCHOOLS IN BENGALURU Investors betting that brick-and-mortar K-12 education offers predictable cash flows. Read more TRIUMPH HIGHER EDUCATION ACQUIRES CULINARY INSTITUTE OF BARCELONA Expanding opportunities for international students and global reach for both organizations. Read more MARARISHI MAHESH YOGI SANSTHA ACQUIRES KIRKHAM GRAMMER SCHOOL Facilitated by Joint Administrators from Kroll, follows a period of financial challenge. Read more ALSO IN THE NEWS COLEGIO PELETEIRO IN SPAIN JOINS GLOBEDUCATE Bringing decades of educational tradition to a global project. Read more AFFINITAS EDUCATION WELCOMES ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE First partnership in Brazil with St. Francis College in São Paulo. Read more GEAR GROUP ACQUIRES ADAPTIVE LEARNING PROVIDER TODAY'S CLASS Acquisition builds upon the capabilities of The Institute for Automotive Business Excellence. Read more BRAZILIAN EDUCATION GROUP ANIMA SINKS 32% AFTER FMU BUYBACK Anima agreed to buy Centro Universitário FMU for R$410 million. Read more NOON ACADEMY ACQUIRES ALMAKHFI Following $41M Series B to expand Saudi exam prep offering. Read more INSCAPE ACQUIRES VILLIOTI FASHION INSTITUTE TO EXPAND CREATIVE EDUCATION A move that expands its presence in South Africa’s creative education sector. Read more ACADEMEDIA ACQUIRES THE KINDERCOPVANG KIMDERNET The acquisition includes 40 preschools and afterschools with 1,430 childcare places in the Netherlands. Read more GLOBAL UNIVERSITY SYSTEMS ACQUIRES Y SCHOOLS marking an important step in the Group’s continued international expansion in France. Read more HELPING LINKS 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. 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Why Private Equity Is Suddenly Buying Private Schools

Why does private equity want private schools now?

Why Private Equity Is Buying Private Schools

I have spent more than 40 years advising private school owners, and I have never seen investor interest at the level I see today. Ten years ago, most of my seller-clients sold to another educator, a family office, or a regional operator.