Project Acorn (1 School in GA)
Transaction Summary
SchoolWise Partners is pleased to announce the successful closing of Project Acorn, a private school located in and around Marietta, Georgia. The transaction was completed on December 12, 2025, with the business assets acquired by a top early education provider and real estate assets acquired by a real estate investment group.
Competitive & Strategic Process
Project Acorn was the culmination of a long-standing advisory relationship between SchoolWise Partners and the ownership group, built on trust, preparation, and a deep understanding of the business. When the Sellers decided the time was right to explore a transaction, SchoolWise launched a tightly controlled, fully confidential process designed to maximize value while minimizing disruption to the school community.
Leveraging its national buyer network, SchoolWise conducted a highly competitive outreach to more than 100 qualified strategic buyers, carefully managing confidentiality and momentum throughout the process. The disciplined approach generated strong interest and multiple credible indications, ultimately leading to a transaction with a top-tier early childhood education provider. Following execution of the letter of intent, the transaction moved swiftly and efficiently, closing in under three months.
“Having a long runway with the owners allowed us to run a precise and focused process when the window opened,” said Scott Verdine. “By keeping the process tight, confidential, and competitive, we were able to deliver a premium outcome and execute quickly with a best-in-class operator.”
Transaction Highlights
Closed: December 12, 2025
Transaction Type: Business & Real Estate Asset Sale
Business Buyer: Top Corporate Education Provider
Real Estate Buyer: Top Corporate Education Provider
Advisor: SchoolWise Partners (Sell-Side)
About the School
Founded and locally owned in Marietta (GA), Project Acorn has earned a strong reputation as a nurturing, high-quality early childhood education and care provider for families in the East Cobb community. Serving children from 6 weeks through school age (up to around 10–12 years), the center offers full- and part-time programs, including infant care, toddler and preschool education, Pre-K preparedness, and after-school enrichment in a safe, engaging environment.
Known for its hands-on curriculum, the school blends structured learning with play and exploration—featuring indoor and outdoor playgrounds, a technology area, and extracurricular enrichment opportunities like dance, sports, and character-building programs. The center emphasizes social, emotional, and academic growth, incorporating purposeful activities into daily routines to support children’s confidence, creativity, and readiness for future schooling.
Across its many years of operation, the school has become deeply embedded in the Marietta community, providing families with a welcoming environment and a team of caring, experienced educators committed to each child’s development. Parents consistently highlight the center’s nurturing culture, thoughtful programming, and the strong foundation it builds for children’s lifelong learning journeys.
If you are interested in learning more about selling or acquiring a school, please contact our team confidentially at info@schoolwisepartners.com.