Ready To Retire, Transition, Or Scale?
Halladay Education Group (HEG) represents a well-capitalized global K-12 operator actively acquiring for-profit private schools across the United States, with priority on voucher/ESA states. We maintain strict confidentiality and a straightforward process from first call to close.
Why Owners Engage HEG
Protect your legacy with a buyer who respects your mission and community.
Monetize your life’s work with flexible, founder-friendly terms.
Ensure continuity for students, families, and staff through a well-planned transition.
Access growth capital and operating expertise to strengthen the school’s future
Who Should Contact Us
Owners and founders who are:
Planning retirement or succession within 1–2 years
Seeking growth capital while maintaining academic excellence
Facing operational or scaling constraints
Operating in voucher/ESA states with untapped enrollment potential
Ready for a confidential discussion about maximizing value
What Our Client Is Acquiring
School profile
Type: For-profit K-12 private day schools (single-site or small groups)
Financials: Preferred $500K–$5M+ EBITDA; smaller schools considered where voucher/ESA or strategic fit supports scale
Programs: College-prep, STEM, specialty models, and schools serving international students
Real estate
Preference: Business-only acquisitions (without real estate)
Flexible options —OpCo/PropCo, sale-leaseback, or long-term lease — can be considered, provided they support long-term school operations.
Transaction Structures
Full equity purchase preferred
Cash at close with seller note and performance-based earn-out considered
Founder rollover equity and transitional leadership roles available
Non-targets
We are not pursuing franchises or schools controlled by large operators
Priority Geographic Markets
Phase 1 (immediate focus): Florida, Texas, Arizona, Georgia
Phase 2 (expanding pipeline): Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, North Carolina, Utah, West Virginia, Alabama, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Hampshire, Tennessee
Voucher/ESA screen. We profile each opportunity for program type, per-pupil amounts, participation status, and compliance lift to quantify affordability and growth.
Why Sell Now
Voucher/ESA momentum continues to broaden eligibility and increase funding in key states.
Strategic buyers are active, supporting strong valuations for quality schools.
Our client brings academic investment, operational discipline, and capital to scale responsibly.
Founder-friendly terms that honour your vision and meet your financial goals
Our Process (Confidential And Efficient)
Initial consultation — confidential review of your goals and school profile
Valuation and positioning — assess financials, voucher readiness, and market opportunity.
Qualified buyer introduction — direct dialogue with a mission-aligned acquirer
Seamless transaction — negotiated terms, legal coordination, and post-close integration plan
Confidentiality
All inquiries are handled in strict confidence under NDA.
Contact Halladay Education Group
Douglas Halladay, President
Phone: 1-800-687-1492
WeChat: dhalladay
WhatsApp: +1-604-868-0002
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