Project Churchill (2 Schools)
Transaction Summary
SchoolWise Partners is pleased to announce the successful closing of Project Churchill, a portfolio of two private schools located in and around the east side of Houston, Texas. The transaction was completed on June 17, 2026, with the business assets acquired by a regional education operator and real estate assets acquired by a real estate investment group.
Competitive & Strategic Process
Project Churchill concluded with a successful closing on June 17, 2026 following a competitive marketing process led by SchoolWise Partners. The engagement generated strong interest from a broad buyer universe, resulting in multiple compelling offers and meaningful competitive tension across both the operating company and the real estate.
After executing the Letter of Intent in October 2025, the transaction moved steadily through diligence and documentation, reaching a full closing in approximately eight months.
“Running a controlled process and maintaining optionality were critical to the outcome,” said Scott Verdine. “By keeping competitive pressure in the deal and staying ahead throughout diligence, we were able to deliver a strong result with both attractive economics and certainty of close.”
Transaction Highlights
Closed: June 17, 2026
Transaction Type: Business & Real Estate Asset Sale
Business Buyer: Regional Education Operator
Real Estate Buyer: Real Estate Investment Group
Advisor: SchoolWise Partners (Sell-Side)
About the Schools
Established in 2020, the Schools offer high quality early childhood education for infants through Kindergarten along with school age programs at two (2) locations in and around east Houston, Texas.
In 2018, the Seller transformed her lifelong passion into entrepreneurship by founding the private school, which began humbly in a local church. Guided by a vision to provide high-quality, compassionate care and education, she grew the academy into a trusted name within the community. In July 2020, she moved the school to its newest location, and in September 2023, she further expanded the brand with the launch of a second location in Churchill Downs.
The Schools implement a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning and thematic instruction, fostering the social and emotional development critical to early childhood. With deep roots in the local community and partnerships such as transportation support from Barbers Hill ISD, the schools are both a dependable childcare solution and a valued educational resource. The School’s commitment to quality is further demonstrated through its participation in the Texas Rising Star program and its ongoing focus on continuous improvement.
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