EducationEstablished in 1996, this childcare & daycare business has built a loyal customer base in the Indianapolis area. The local market is fragmented, positioning this business well for a buyer pursuing a consolidation strategy. Vendor and supplier relationships are long-standing, with favorable terms that a new owner will step into. Strong online reviews and word-of-mouth referrals drive a steady flow of new customers with minimal advertising spend. Most new business arrives through referrals and repeat customers, so paid acquisition remains an untapped lever. The owner's role can be learned by a motivated buyer during the training period; industry experience is helpful but not essential. This is a turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator or a strategic buyer looking to expand in the market.
Open to financing 30% of the price over 7 years at 8% with an acceptable down payment.
Partners are divesting to focus on other holdings.
Seller will provide 4 weeks of on-site training and transition support.
The business occupies a 3,560 sq ft commercial space; the space is well-maintained and fully equipped.
Expansion potential through a second location, added staff, and deeper penetration of nearby markets.
Modeling Profitable Childcare Center Netting $205K · $514K
Asking price is $514K. Type an offer or drag to model one.
SBA 7(a) acquisition loans typically require ~10% down.
SBA business-acquisition loans are usually 10 years.
A market salary for whoever runs the business day-to-day, subtracted from earnings to show true profit. Set to $0 if you will owner-operate.
Estimates for illustration only, based on the listed SDE and your assumptions. Closing costs are estimated at ~2.5% of price for fees and working capital. Actual loan terms, taxes, and earnings will differ. This is not financial advice. Verify all figures in diligence and consult qualified advisors.
Open the full Deal AnalyzerIndianapolis, IN · Source: AI estimate (Claude) · general knowledge.
AI-estimated comparable ranges from general market knowledge · as of 2026-08-04 · AI estimate (Claude) · general market knowledge. Reference only, not verified market data or a valuation.
Rough AI estimate for owner-operated education businesses (tutoring, test prep, or supplemental learning centers) of similar size in the Indianapolis metro; actual figures vary widely by niche, staffing model, and recurring enrollment, so treat this as a ballpark, not verified market data.
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