Leading European Summer Camp & Youth Education Platform For Sale
Halladay Education Group (“HEG”) is pleased to present Project Alpine, a confidential opportunity to acquire a leading European premium summer camp and youth education platform.
Serving students from over 60 countries, Project Alpine is recognized for its global brand presence, recurring revenue, and asset-backed infrastructure. The business operates a portfolio of high-margin camps across Europe and holds a strong position in the experiential education sector.
The platform includes a purpose-built, fully owned campus, offering operational leverage and strategic flexibility—ideal for future repositioning as a boarding school or residential education hub.
With rising global demand for transformative youth education, Project Alpine represents a rare opportunity to acquire a scalable, high-growth education business with strong fundamentals, international reach, and a clear path to long-term value.
Core Investment Thesis
- Market-Leading Brand: Over 50 years of uninterrupted operations, serving 350,000+ campers from 60+ countries. Backed by deep institutional relationships and recognized as one of Europe’s most respected premium summer camp providers.
- Strong Financial Outlook: Forecasted 2026 revenue of USD 7.2M and adjusted EBITDA of USD 1.2M. Growth is supported by international demand, operational leverage, and post-COVID recovery.
- Recurring and Predictable Revenue: High retention and generational loyalty among families and partners drive stable, multi-year cash flows.
- Efficient Customer Acquisition: More than 87% of enrollments are secured through direct channels, keeping acquisition costs below 10 percent. This compares favourably to the 25% industry average.
- Asset-Backed Platform: Wholly owned landmark educational campus appraised at USD 14.5M, offering both operational integration and downside protection.
- Pan-European Footprint: A diversified presence across key European markets provides geographic resilience and supports future expansion.
- Multi-Channel Programming Model: Revenue is derived from premium summer camps, outdoor leadership programs, and academic partnerships, creating diversified and high-margin income streams.
- Experienced and Committed Team: Proven turn-key management team in place and committed post-sale to executing the next phase of growth.
- Clear Growth Runway: Expansion plans include new EU camp locations, a 2026 university prep launch, and full-year utilization of the company’s education facility.
Investment Highlights
Market Position & Financial Profile
Project Alpine is a market-leading platform in Europe’s premium summer camp sector, recognized for its brand strength, institutional trust, and multi-generational client loyalty. The business pairs its reputation with a compelling financial profile, offering both stability and scale. These dynamics position Project Alpine as a capital-efficient, high-margin platform with strong visibility into future earnings and multiple levers for continued growth.
2026F Revenue: USD 7.16M, reflecting a 15% growth trajectory
2026F Adjusted EBITDA: USD 1.21M, with 17% margin expansion
EBITDA CAGR (2024–2026F): 18%
Asset-Light Enrollment Model: 87%+ of enrollments through direct channels, keeping acquisition costs below 10%
Predictable Cash Flow: High retention and recurring revenue driven by family loyalty and institutional partnerships
Growth Strategy & Market Expansion
Project Alpine is a scalable, multi-channel platform primed to capitalize on rising global demand for premium experiential education. Its brand strength, diversified offerings, and owned real estate create a solid foundation for growth, margin expansion, and long-term value. This offers buyers a resilient, asset-backed platform with clear scalability.
Key Growth Drivers
Academic Expansion: Launch of a premium university prep and tutoring division targeting globally mobile families.
Digital Marketing Optimization: Enhanced DTC acquisition through improved CRM and conversion strategies.
Operational Leverage: Margin expansion through infrastructure optimization and centralized cost control.
Geographic Growth: Planned camp launches in high-demand European markets, with growing demand from Asia and the Middle East.
Year-Round Utilization: Off-season monetization via school groups, corporate retreats, and institutional residencies.
Strategic Partnerships: B2B growth through alliances with schools, consultants, and travel partners.
Real Estate Optionality: Flagship campus may be repositioned as a full-time boarding school or residential education hub.
M&A Strategy: Roll-up of complementary operators to scale delivery and consolidate market share.
Diversified Revenue Base: Core offerings include premium summer camps, institutional school programs, and leadership development—supported by a pan-European footprint with ample expansion headroom.
Real Estate-Backed Value
Project Alpine features a wholly owned, purpose-built education and camp facility spanning 8,400 m², which has been professionally appraised at USD 14.5 million. Strategically situated in a prime European setting, the campus is fully integrated into operations and supports both academic and residential programs. This real estate component meaningfully enhances the overall investment thesis—delivering immediate operational benefits, strategic flexibility, and a valuable asset for future growth.
Key Features
Fully equipped classrooms, science labs, and music rooms
On-site dormitories and dining halls
Recreational amenities include an indoor gym, yoga studio, and outdoor climbing wall
Professional teaching kitchen and dedicated program spaces
Market Opportunity
The European summer camp sector is experiencing sustained growth, driven by rising demand for premium, character-building experiences. Valued at USD $1.43B in 2023, the market is forecast to exceed $2B by 2030, with a projected CAGR of 4.87% through 2031. Project Alpine is well-positioned to capitalize on this momentum—supported by strong brand equity, recurring enrollments, and a scalable, asset-backed platform.
Key Drivers
- Market Size & Growth: USD $1.65B sector (2023), expanding at 4%+ annually
- Premium Pricing Power: Families willing to invest in high-quality, experiential education
- Recurring Revenue: Re-enrollments fueled by long-term family and agency loyalty
- M&A Opportunity: Fragmented landscape with roll-up potential across Europe
- Rising Global Demand: Growing participation from Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas
Why Now?
- Post-COVID Shift: Parents are prioritizing experiential learning and social development
- Operational Readiness: Infrastructure, team, and market access are in place for immediate scaling
- Strategic Flexibility: Opportunity to expand into year-round programming or reposition as a boarding or academic center
- Buyer Demand: Investors are actively seeking stable, recurring revenue businesses in education with real asset value
Next Steps
To learn more about this exclusive opportunity, contact HEG today. In your inquiry, be sure to reference Project Alpine. Please email us or call toll-free at +1.800.687.1492 to request the Confidential Information Memorandum and additional details.
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Douglas L.J. Halladay
President | Halladay Education Group
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