Selling Private Schools in North America Is Our Firm's Exclusive Focus
The private school M&A market is entering a period of unprecedented growth. In 2024, more than 1 million students accessed state-funded private school choice offerings, more than double the number from just five years earlier. With education proving to be one of the most resilient and attractive investment sectors, M&A activity is expected to accelerate in 2025. For school owners considering options to sell a private school in North America, the timing has never been better.
At Halladay Education Group (HEG), we have over 40 years of leadership in private school sales and acquisitions. Unlike general business brokers, we specialize exclusively in private education transactions—helping K-12 schools, boarding schools, ESL programs, and career colleges achieve maximum value while safeguarding their legacy. For both sellers and investors, choosing the right M&A advisor is the most important step in ensuring a successful outcome.
The HEG Advantage: Specialized Expertise in Selling and Buying Private Schools
Deep Sector Knowledge for Private School Sales and Acquisitions
Private schools are not typical businesses. They are institutions with unique assets—academic reputation, enrollment pipelines, accreditation status, international programs, and community relationships. Our team understands how these drivers shape value in K-12 schools, boarding schools, ESL programs, and career colleges.
With post-secondary M&A activity doubling in 2024 as private equity buyers returned to education, schools positioned correctly are now commanding premium valuations. HEG ensures your institution is among them.
Proven Track Record Advising on the Sale of Private Schools Across North America
HEG has successfully facilitated sales, mergers, and acquisitions of private schools throughout the United States, Canada, and internationally. Our clients benefit from:
- Confidential marketing that protects institutional reputation
- Strategic positioning that highlights each school’s unique strengths
- Comprehensive due diligence management to reduce transaction risk
- Expert negotiation that maximizes value at closing
Read more about our proven track record in selling private schools.
Exclusive Buyer Network for Private School Transactions
Our proprietary buyer database includes family offices, international education companies, private equity firms, and strategic acquirers. This ensures competitive bidding and connects sellers with opportunities unavailable on the open market.
Why School Owners Choose HEG to Sell Their Private School
Market-Leading Private School Valuation Expertise
States like Florida (+14%), Indiana (+5%), and Ohio (+2%) reported enrollment growth in 2024, fueling demand. We help owners capitalize through expert private school valuation services, analyzing enrollment trends, benchmarking performance, and identifying international recruitment opportunities.
Confidential and Professional Private School Sale Process
Discretion is non-negotiable. Our proven process maintains complete confidentiality while systematically engaging qualified buyers—allowing owners to focus on operations without disruption.
Strategic Exit Planning for Private School Owners
Whether preparing for retirement or succession, HEG provides tailored exit planning for private school owners to ensure a smooth and profitable transition.
Why Investors Work With HEG to Buy Private Schools
Access to Exclusive Private School Acquisition Opportunities
Many of the best schools never hit the open market. Through HEG, investors gain access to exclusive private school acquisition opportunities, including off-market deals, expansion-ready schools, and turnaround plays.
Market Intelligence and Due Diligence in Private School Investments
With 40% of private schools reporting enrollment increases between 2023–25, the sector continues to show resilience. Our advisory offers demographic analysis and financial benchmarking for smarter private school acquisition strategies.
Post-Acquisition Growth and Value Creation for Schools
Our role extends beyond closing, as we help investors implement growth strategies, including international recruitment, program expansion, facility optimization, and online learning integration.
The Future of Private School Sales and M&A Transactions
With 10 U.S. states expanding or introducing new school choice programs in 2025, private education continues to grow in both scale and opportunity. HEG helps clients navigate these changes while honouring the traditions that define private schooling. Every transaction is more than a financial deal—it’s a transfer of educational stewardship.
Ready to Sell or Buy a Private School? Contact Halladay Education Group Today
Whether you’re preparing to sell, evaluating acquisition opportunities, or need a valuation to understand your school’s market position, HEG delivers the specialized expertise and global reach you need.
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