Hi. Thank you for your response. I bought the preschool from another owner who ran it out of a church in my town. I approached her about it actually as I heard she may have been thinking about retiring. I recommend researching schools already operating, When I purchased the school and the sale was going through, the church where the preschool was located decided to start their own. Thankfully I was able to find a church just down the street who offered me a lease for 3 classroom spaces and a "gym room". Worked out great and have been there for 16 years. It's been something I wanted to do FOREVER and it truly is fun and rewarding although challenging this year, but it's year I learned how resilient kids are and how well they can adapt to change (better than adults actually). I am just beginning to think of selling as I see the new generations of families moving into the area....and am thinking it may be a time to start thinking about it as we currently have waiting list in most classes and calls come in everyday about availability. If you have thought about or always wanted to run your own preschool program, I highly recommend it. It is honestly one of the most favorite things I have done. I have met lifelong friends (my teachers) 5 of which have been with me for 16 years, as well as students, some of whom I will remember ALWAYS and the families you get to know and become friends with....just so amazing. This experience has been much more rewarding than I ever imagined. I know all states are different in their regulations and licensing processes but if there is anything I can assist you with or questions you have please feel free to contact me. Thank you.
Karen
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Karen Patton
Owner/Director
Love 'n' Learn Christian Preschool
Garnet Valley PA
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-14-2020 01:01 PM
From: Claudia Paterson
Subject: Private Preschool
Hello,
I am interested in learning where one could find a preschool for sale. I have always wanted to have my own school and wondering if it is easier to start one myself or purchase one and build off of one that is operating. I am in California. If anyone can recommend where to find schools that are for sale. I currently manage an Early Education program in a school district but have always dreamed of having my own school. Would love to talk to someone and hear the pro and cons.
Claudia Paterson
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Claudia Paterson
Program Manager
San Jose Unfied
San Jose CA
Original Message:
Sent: 10-11-2020 04:50 PM
From: Karen Patton
Subject: Private Preschool
Hello. I am an owner and director of my own private preschool. I have owned and operated it for 16 years. I am beginning to think of selling the preschool although I rent the space in which we use for the preschool. Has anyone here sold or bought a preschool recently that can give me pointers in how to put it up for sale. ( I do not own the building, but rent it) I do not want to advertise I am interested in selling the preschool as I am not 100% sure I am ready to do it, however I am interested in hearing any stories of preschools being sold or someone buying a preschool and how they went about it. Thank you.
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Karen A.
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