Project Evergreen (6 Schools)
Transaction Summary
SchoolWise Partners is pleased to announce the successful closing of Project Evergreen, a portfolio of six (6) private schools located in and around Seattle, WA. The transaction was completed on January 23, 2026, with the business assets acquired by an international corporate provider.
Competitive & Strategic Process
Project Evergreen concluded with a successful closing following a tightly controlled, confidential sale process led by SchoolWise Partners. We ran a highly competitive, targeted outreach to a curated buyer pool for a portfolio of this type—driving strong engagement while maintaining discretion throughout the market.
The process generated five bona fide offers, creating clear competitive tension and meaningful optionality for the seller. The business proceeded to Letter of Intent in August 2025, and, following an efficient diligence and documentation phase, the transaction closed in approximately four months—a timeline that reflects disciplined execution and sustained momentum from start to finish.
“Running a confidential but competitive process was the difference,” said Jefferson Betancourt. “By selectively engaging the right buyers, creating real tension, and staying ahead of diligence, we delivered both a strong outcome and high certainty of close—on an accelerated timetable.”
Transaction Highlights
Closed: January 23, 2026
Transaction Type: Business Asset Sale
Business Buyer: International Education Provider
Advisor: SchoolWise Partners (Sell-Side)
About the Schools
Project Evergreen is a meticulously cultivated, premium brand in early childhood education, operating six (6) centers across the Seattle. The Schools emerged from its founder's personal quest to find a childcare institution offering rigorous academic development combined with essential social-emotional nurturing—a critical market gap she identified. Unlike many standard preschools, these schools offers a comprehensive, full-service, year-round program (7:30am to 6:00pm) that includes all meals and extracurricular activities, providing unparalleled convenience.
This "best of both worlds" approach blends the professionalism and robust curriculum of a large provider with the authentic, community-focused feel of a boutique school. Today, the schools stands as a fully licensed educational center committed to delivering high-quality education in a supportive and secure environment, fostering deep trust and loyalty within the surronding communities.
If you are interested in learning more about selling or acquiring a school, please contact our team confidentially at info@schoolwisepartners.com.