Transaction Summary
SchoolWise Partners is pleased to announce the successful closing of Project Echo-T, the sale of a school business located in Hillsboro, Oregon. The transaction closed on November 9, 2026, with the business acquired by a local school operator. As part of the transaction, the buyer assumed the school’s existing lease.
Competitive & Strategic Process
Led by Natalie Ruiz, SchoolWise Partners advised the seller throughout the transaction, working closely with the parties to coordinate the sale of the business and the assumption of the existing lease.
The transaction highlights the importance of finding a buyer aligned with the seller’s goals and coordinating the operational and lease-related matters necessary to bring a school transaction to closing.
“Project Echo-T reflects the value of a thoughtful, hands-on approach to a school sale,” said Natalie Ruiz. “We were pleased to work with our client and a local school operator to navigate the transaction and reach a successful closing. It was a privilege to support our client through this important milestone.”
Transaction Highlights
Closed: November 9, 2026
Transaction Type: Sale of Business
Business Buyer: Local Operator
Real Estate Buyer: N/A
Advisor: SchoolWise Partners (Sell-Side)
About the School
Located in Hillsboro, Oregon, the School provides early childhood education and care for children from infancy through pre-kindergarten. The NAEYC-accredited school offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten students, as well as summer and school-break camps for school-age children.
The school’s Links to Learning curriculum combines purposeful play, hands-on exploration, small-group activities, and individualized instruction. Its approach supports children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development, with learning experiences in language and literacy, mathematics, science, creative expression, and social-emotional skills.
The School emphasizes strong relationships between teachers and families, helping parents stay connected to their children’s classroom experiences and developmental progress. Through a nurturing environment and age-appropriate learning opportunities, the school works to build children’s confidence, independence, and readiness for the next stage of their education.
If you are interested in learning more about selling or acquiring a school, please contact our team confidentially at info@schoolwisepartners.com.