Transaction Summary
SchoolWise Partners is pleased to announce the successful closing of Project Keystone, involving the sale of Wyalusing Valley Children’s Center and Wysox Children’s Center, a Pennsylvania-based early childhood education business with three locations.
The transaction included the sale of the operating business and associated real estate to a private investor. The centers serve families in Wyalusing, Towanda, and Dushore, Pennsylvania.
Strategic Transaction Process
SchoolWise Partners advised John and Robyn Lacy throughout the sale, providing guidance through negotiations, due diligence, and closing. The firm worked closely with the Lacys and the other parties to coordinate the sale of both the operating business and real estate.
The transaction represents an important milestone for the Lacys, who have spent more than two decades building relationships with the children, families, and staff served by their centers. SchoolWise was proud to support them through this transition and help facilitate the next chapter for the business.
“For more than two decades, these centers have played an important role in the lives of the children and families they serve,” said Charlie Zamora, Managing Partner of SchoolWise Partners. “It was a privilege to work with Robyn and John and help guide them through this important transition. We congratulate them on a successful transaction and wish them all the best in their next chapter.”
Transaction Highlights
Closed: November 9, 2026
Transaction Type: Business & Real Estate Asset Sale
Business Buyer: Private Operator
Real Estate Buyer: Private Operator
Advisor: SchoolWise Partners (Sell-Side)
About Wyalusing & Wysox Children’s Centers
Founded by Robyn Lacy in 2003, Wyalusing Valley and Wysox Children’s Centers has grown to serve families across three Pennsylvania locations: Wyalusing Valley Children’s Center in Wyalusing, Wysox Children’s Center in Towanda, and Sullivan County Pre-K in Dushore.
The Wyalusing and Wysox centers provide programs for children from infancy through school age, while the Sullivan County location offers Pre-K Counts programming. The centers use the Creative Curriculum, emphasizing play, exploration, and hands-on learning to support children’s development and help them build confidence and independence.
The Wyalusing and Wysox centers each hold a STAR 4 designation through Pennsylvania’s Keystone STARS quality rating system. Over the years, the centers have built lasting relationships with the children, families, and staff who make up their communities.
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