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Language Center for Sale in Kawasaki, Japan

For Sale: Established English teaching and conversation school in Kawasaki, Japan with 60+ students.
1. Established language center in Kawasaki, Japan with 60+ students. 2. Offers English language instruction for children to adults, and complete training from test-taking to conversation. 3. Recently relocated to an urban area from suburban Japan with many more potential clients. 4. Grew quickly in 2 years to have over 60 students, with a retention average of 3-5 years (primary school). 5. Positioned as go-to American English language school in the area for young children, and adult clients are on the rise.
For Sale: Established English teaching and conversation school in Kawasaki, Japan with 60+ students.
6.6   Kawasaki
Run Rate Sales
USD 45.5 thousand
EBITDA Margin
6 %
Business for Sale
USD 31.6 K
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Playschool Franchise Opportunity

Mini Club Scooby Italian Montessori, 300 Franchisees, Est'd in 2003, Novara HQ
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Master franchise opportunity for the Mini Club Scooby preschool network, based on the certified Italian Montessori Method. - Seeking franchise partners to establish and operate preschools offering nursery, kindergarten, drop-in childcare, and corporate daycare services under the Mini Club Scooby brand. - Franchisees receive a turnkey business format, standardized Montessori educational system, certified training, operational support, and access to specialized educational materials designed to foster children's independence, creativity, and cognitive and emotional development. - The brand is differentiated by its certified Italian Montessori Method, strong emphasis on educational quality, and international experience, including the successful export of the "Scoobyland" educational project to China. - Operates under a trademark registered in Italy, with a renewable 12-year master franchise agreement supporting long-term expansion. - The business aims to build an international network of Montessori preschools through a scalable franchise model. - Registered and affiliated with the Ministry of Education, supporting compliant educational operations.
Mini Club Scooby Italian Montessori, 300 Franchisees, Est'd in 2003, Novara HQ
9.2   Expanding in Japan
Exp Monthly Sales
USD 28 - 56 thousand
Space Required
150 - 5000 Sq Ft
Investment Required
USD 39 - 348 K
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Playschool Equity Stake For Sale in Yokohama, Japan

Invest in a Yokohama-based English afterschool program to help them rapidly expand and grow.
Business is pretty slow right now. We have more kids at events but we do not have regular kids that come every day or for regular afterschool program classes.
Invest in a Yokohama-based English afterschool program to help them rapidly expand and grow.
5.9   Yokohama
Run Rate Sales
USD 19 thousand
EBITDA Margin
Operating at loss
Partial Stake Sale
USD 76 K for 30%
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Playschool Equity Stake For Sale in Yokohama, Japan

Invest in a Yokohama-based English afterschool program to help them rapidly expand and grow.
Business is pretty slow right now. We have more kids at events but we do not have regular kids that come every day or for regular afterschool program classes.
Invest in a Yokohama-based English afterschool program to help them rapidly expand and grow.
5.9   Yokohama
Run Rate Sales
USD 19 thousand
EBITDA Margin
Operating at loss
Partial Stake Sale
USD 76 K for 30%
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Training Institute Franchise Opportunity

Lawrence Keogh, 22 Franchisees, Est'd in 2016, London HQ
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The brand is an international bakery school offering a comprehensive one-year professional bakery program for both beginners and experienced professionals. The curriculum covers a wide range of baking skills and culminates in formal certification, providing students with structured training for starting or advancing careers in baking as well as for enthusiasts seeking professional-level skills. The brand currently operates 22 locations across London, the Middle East, and New York, demonstrating an established international footprint and a proven training model. Its business model is based on delivering structured, long-term professional bakery education through dedicated schools in key markets. The brand's competitive differentiation comes from its comprehensive curriculum, certification-driven value, established international presence, and standardized training concept. Franchise partners can benefit from an established brand, proven curriculum, and franchisor support for setting up and operating bakery schools in new territories such as Japan. Operates with a valid business license.
Lawrence Keogh, 22 Franchisees, Est'd in 2016, London HQ
7.3   Expanding in Japan
Exp Monthly Sales
USD 400 thousand
Space Required
5000 - 8000 Sq Ft
Investment Required
USD 661 K - 1.3 Mn
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Singapore Based Education Portal Franchise Opportunity

Premium House Tutor Pte Ltd, 2 Sales Partners, Est'd in 2015, Singapore HQ
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  • 3000+ Investor Views
Premium House Tutor is a Singapore-registered tuition agency founded by a group of full-time tutors. We are striving to be the marketplace for tuition services in Singapore and the ASEAN region. Being Singapore's #1 leading tuition agency, we offer a holistic variety of enrichment lessons from academics, music, arts, sports & even conversational Languages. We also worked with numerous institutions & enrichment centres who requires staffing and tutors/teachers & provided them only the best, positively reviewed & top-rated tutors with a strong track record. With a pool of 10,000+ tutors, we have assisted more than 2,000+ clients each month finding the suitable tutor of their choice. Even in Covid19 situation, our company grew more as education has always been a need. We strive to match the best tutor to every child's need. Over the past 3 years, we have doubled our revenue annually as we bridge the trust deficit between parents and build our brand awareness. We are one of the leading tuition platforms in Singapore where clients/parents find a tutor/coach. We are rated 4.8/5 with 290+ good & positive reviews on Google and 5/5 on Carousell reviews. Expansion plans of Premium House Tutor: • Corner the market in Singapore and become a market leader within 2 years whilst maintaining conversion rates. • Increase the lifetime value of customers by cross-selling and offering a holistic range of services. • Penetrate 1 overseas market within 2 years by offering high-quality online education from Singapore-based tutors.
Premium House Tutor Pte Ltd, 2 Sales Partners, Est'd in 2015, Singapore HQ
8.9   Expanding in Japan
Exp Monthly Sales
USD 31 thousand
Space Required
200 Sq Ft
Investment Required
USD 78 K
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Playschool for Sale in Klang, Malaysia

Rare opportunity to acquire a successful playschool with a 13,000 sqf iconic freehold standalone building.
We are a playschool, catering to children aged between 2-6 years old with a range of products and services including "The Science of Affirmation" preschool curriculum, enrichment classes, and daycare services. - The business is located in Selangor, a region witnessing expansions in the education sector with the recent purchase of land by international schools, indicating a growing demand for quality education in the area. - The business owns a rare and valuable asset - a freehold, purpose-built standalone building spanning 13,000 square feet, which is an iconic structure in the vicinity. - The business employs 16 individuals and serves approximately 150 students, boasting a substantial student-to-teacher ratio. - With around 19 classrooms, the business is well-equipped to accommodate its student population and offer a comprehensive range of educational programs and services. - The ownership of the freehold building provides the business with a unique and valuable asset, offering stability and potential for long-term growth and asset appreciation. - The business is strategically positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for quality education in the region, presenting an attractive investment opportunity in the playschool industry.
Rare opportunity to acquire a successful playschool with a 13,000 sqf iconic freehold standalone building.
7.8   Klang
Run Rate Sales
USD 294 thousand
EBITDA Margin
20 - 30 %
Business for Sale
USD 1.22 Mn
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Playschool for Sale in Chiang Mai, Thailand

For Sale: Private school with a 16 rai campus that offers preschool and grade school.
Licensed small-scale private school business that can accommodate a maximum of 200 students in high season. - We currently have 40 students. - This is a Thai school that offers alternative teaching methods with a good learning environment such as a spacious park inside the school. - Fully furnished facility with office, classrooms, bathrooms, naptime room, garden, pond, and outdoor playground. - We offer daily healthy lunch and snacks for children. - We are located in Hang Dong Chiang Mai. 20 minutes from Chiang Mai International Airport. - The school has only one owner, and the land is co-owned by the school owner and the daughter. - No outstanding loans in the name of the school, land, or legal entity. - The buyer gets the legal entity, school land and buildings, and a license to operate a school.
For Sale: Private school with a 16 rai campus that offers preschool and grade school.
7.5   Chiang Mai
Run Rate Sales
USD 107 thousand
EBITDA Margin
30 - 40 %
Business for Sale
USD 2.83 Mn
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Playschool for Sale in Hyderabad, India

For sale: Well established corporate daycare based in Hyderabad with strong financials.
Provides corporate in-house preschool and daycare solutions delivered within company campuses through a B2B2C model. - Offers end-to-end services including center setup, curriculum delivery, compliance management, and daily childcare operations. - Serves employees’ children within corporate offices, enhancing employee engagement and retention for client organizations. - Operates 72+ centers across 28 cities and 13 states, demonstrating strong geographic presence and scalability. - Maintains over 90% client retention through long-term corporate contracts, ensuring recurring revenue stability. - Works with large enterprise clients across sectors including IT, pharma, public sector, and manufacturing. - Generates additional revenue through consulting and setup services for new corporate daycare centers. - Operates an asset-light model, enabling efficient expansion with lower capital requirements. - Backed by 18 years of operating experience and supported by international curriculum partnerships. - Holds valid GST registration and is registered with the MCA, ensuring regulatory compliance.
7.8   Hyderabad
Run Rate Sales
USD 930 thousand
EBITDA Margin
15 %
Business for Sale
USD 4.1 Mn
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Playschool for Sale in Singapore

Profitable 2-centre childcare and student care business in Central Singapore, available for sale.
Profitable education services platform operating a premium childcare centre and co-located student care centre in Central Singapore. - Provides full-day childcare, bilingual early childhood education, meals, and school readiness programs for young children. - Student care centre offers after-school supervision, homework support, tuition assistance, and enrichment services for school-going children. - Operates on a recurring monthly fee model, generating combined annual revenue of approximately SGD 2.9 million. - Serves approximately 141 enrolled children across both centres, supported by long-term relationships with working families. - Childcare centre has operated successfully for 18 years, while the student care centre has an established 7-year operating history. - Benefits from stable enrolment levels, experienced principle-led management teams, and strong operational continuity. - Features a rare private outdoor playground and direct MRT connectivity, enhancing its attractiveness to parents. - The co-located model creates a natural childcare-to-student-care retention pathway, supporting long-term customer retention and lifetime value. - Student care centre is operating near full capacity, while additional capacity remains available for further growth. - Future growth opportunities include enrollment expansion, planned student care fee increases, and enhanced utilization of existing capacity. - Hires contract and part‑time employees as needed, complementing its permanent workforce. - Operates under an ECDA licence platform, subject to regulatory approval and transfer requirements. - Further details are available after NDA and buyer qualification. When enquiring or messaging us on WhatsApp, please quote centre code.
8.4   Singapore
Run Rate Sales
USD 2.25 million
EBITDA Margin
10 - 20 %
Business for Sale
USD 1.17 Mn
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Language Center for Sale in Dhaka, Bangladesh

24-year-old IELTS exam centre serving 25,000+ students annually seeks investment for expansion.
The business serves a significant number of 20,000 to 25,000 students annually, primarily focusing on IELTS and OET examinations. Also, study abroad to Australia, UK, Canada, USA and EU. - Provides a comprehensive suite of products and services, including an exam centre and a variety of mock. Tests and preparatory courses for IELTS, catering to. A diverse range of student needs. - Recognized as the largest partner and exam centre for the British Council in Dhaka, demonstrating strong partnerships and credibility in certification exams. - Holds an important license from the British Council, further validating the quality and trust in its examination services. - With over 24 years of experience, the business brings rich expertise and industry knowledge to the language training sector. - Employing 55 people, the business sustains a dedicated workforce for its diverse range of services and student engagement activities. - Looking towards the future, the company plans to expand with an Edutech platform specifically for IELTS tests and preparation, tapping into digital learning trends and expanding reach. - Sales have increased exponentially due to political uncertainty in the country, with many students seeking opportunities to study abroad.
24-year-old IELTS exam centre serving 25,000+ students annually seeks investment for expansion.
8.3   Dhaka
Run Rate Sales
USD 1.46 million
EBITDA Margin
30 %
Business for Sale
USD 4.06 Mn
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Playschool for Sale in Chiang Mai, Thailand

For Sale: Kindergarten and preschool for kids from ages 1 to 6 with 100+ students.
We generally have over 100 full-time students from February to February each year. But generally in excess of 100. The children graduate each February or March prior to joining their primary schools. We cater to kids from ages 1 to 6. We also have extra curricular activities.
For Sale: Kindergarten and preschool for kids from ages 1 to 6 with 100+ students.
7.5   Chiang Mai
Run Rate Sales
USD 88 thousand
EBITDA Margin
18 %
Business for Sale
USD 300 K
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Language Center for Sale in Kathmandu, Nepal

Established English language classes in Nepal with 2,500 students and robust online platform growth.
Business operates an English language class in Nepal. - Active enrollment of 2,500-3,000 students with over 20,000 graduates. - The application has achieved over 350,000 downloads. - Over 2,50,000 users registered on the online platform. - Course designed primarily for Nepali speakers, with initial levels taught in Nepali. - Revenue generated from both online and offline class offerings. - Comprehensive course fee set at NPR 13,999, encompassing beginner to advanced levels. - Revenue generated from both online and offline class offerings. - Acquisition includes the educational platform, course content, and associated social media accounts. - Established YouTube channel as part of the business's digital assets. - Business is fully licensed and holds a valid registration certificate.
6.6   Kathmandu
Run Rate Sales
USD 78 thousand
EBITDA Margin
40 %
Business for Sale
USD 323 K
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Language Center for Sale in Malay, Philippines

Language school for sale located on the beautiful island of Boracay with assets.
The school has welcomed students from over 70 countries, offering a rich cultural exchange and global community. - Fully accredited by the Bureau of Immigration and the Association of Accredited Schools in the Philippines. - Officially affiliated with prestigious institutions such as the British Council and Ascentis. - Highly acclaimed, with multiple awards and recognitions: - Student’s Choice Awards by LanguageBookings. com. - Customer Satisfaction Excellence Award by LanguageCourse. net. - Featured prominently in leading publications such as StudyTravel Magazine and ST Alphe magazine, showcasing its reputation in the language education industry. - Boracay, the school's location, has been celebrated as the #1 island by Travel and Leisure Magazine and continues to attract students with its pristine beaches and vibrant culture. - The school exclusively offers offline, in-person classes, providing immersive learning experiences. - Currently enrolled students: 30, with potential for growth in this sought-after locale. - Operates under a valid trade license, ensuring a seamless transition for the buyer. - Backed by 20 years of extensive promoter experience in the language education sector, this school offers a strong foundation for continued success.
Language school for sale located on the beautiful island of Boracay with assets.
8   Malay
Run Rate Sales
USD 280 thousand
EBITDA Margin
40 %
Business for Sale
USD 1.43 Mn
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Playschool for Sale in Pasay City, Philippines

For-sale: Well-established preschool and primary education in Pasay City with modern facilities and accessible location.
This established school in Pasay City has been providing early education for over 30 years, catering to toddlers through Grade 6. - Located in a densely populated area, it offers easy access with multiple transportation options. - The facility spans 700 sqm across two floors, with an additional 60 sqm rooftop deck. - Modern classrooms are air-conditioned and equipped with LED screens for interactive learning. - Enrollment peaked at 150 students before the pandemic and is expected to return to this level soon. - The school is accredited by the Department of Education (DepEd), ensuring quality education and credibility. - It operates with valid registration certificates, complying with all regulatory requirements. - A dedicated team of 12 staff members maintains high educational standards and supports student growth.
For-sale: Well-established preschool and primary education in Pasay City with modern facilities and accessible location.
7.1   Pasay City
Run Rate Sales
USD 72 thousand
EBITDA Margin
15 %
Business for Sale
USD 920 K
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Investing in Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide

Investing in businesses is a strategic endeavor that can significantly grow your wealth if approached knowledgeably. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, understanding the intricacies of businesses for investment is crucial.

Understanding Business Investment

Business investment refers to the allocation of capital to a company with the expectation of receiving financial returns. This can occur through direct investment in a private company or by purchasing stocks and shares of publicly traded businesses.

Types of Business Investments

  1. Equity Investment: This involves purchasing shares of a company. Equity investors become partial owners and have potential returns through dividends and appreciation of the stock value.

  2. Debt Investment: Investors lend money to businesses in exchange for interest income. This can include corporate bonds or business loans.

  3. Venture Capital and Angel Investing: These are types of equity investment where investors provide capital to startups and small businesses that have potential for growth.

  4. Crowdfunding: An innovative way to invest in businesses where multiple investors contribute small amounts of capital via platforms like Kickstarter or Indiegogo.

Advantages of Investing in Businesses

  • Potential for High Returns: Businesses have the potential to grow substantially, resulting in significant returns on investment.
  • Portfolio Diversification: Investing in various businesses can diversify an investment portfolio, reducing overall risk.
  • Active Involvement: Investors can actively participate in their investments, offering guidance and support to businesses.

Risks Involved in Business Investment

Even though investing in businesses offers attractive returns, it involves certain risks:

  • Market Volatility: Economic changes can affect business profitability and stock prices.
  • Failure Risk: Especially with startups, there's always a risk of failure resulting in loss of investment.
  • Regulatory Issues: Changes in laws and regulations can impact businesses adversely.

How to Choose the Right Business for Investment

  • Research and Analysis: Understand the business model, industry sector, and financial health of the business.
  • Growth Potential: Evaluate the business's potential for growth and scalability.
  • Management Quality: A competent management team can greatly influence a business’s success.
  • Market Trends: Stay updated with market trends and economic conditions that might affect the business.
  • Competitive Advantage: Ensure the business has a unique selling proposition or competitive edge.

Conclusion

Investing in businesses for investment can be incredibly rewarding. However, it requires a thorough understanding of the market, diligent research, and careful selection. By weighing the potential benefits against the risks and conducting due diligence, investors can enhance their ability to make profitable investments. Always consider consulting a financial advisor to tailor your investment strategy to your personal financial goals and risk tolerance.

Invest wisely, and watch your investments flourish!

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