XC Buy-Sell-Jan15-2026(184) InnerCircle: Millpond-backed Galileo Education

15 January, 2026
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Volume 184 | January 15, 2026

Published By: Halladay Education Group

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Hello Douglas,

Welcome to the 184th edition of HEG’s Inner Circle Private School eNews, where Halladay Education Group shares key insights into the latest investment activity shaping the global private education sector.


HEG INSIGHTS

Platform Consolidation Accelerates: Millpond-backed Galileo's acquisition of two private schools in Florida reinforces ongoing PE activity in K–12, particularly where assets integrate into centralized operations and shared infrastructure. Beyond direct school acquisitions, consolidation in student outcomes technology is gaining momentum—Edmentum acquired MajorClarity, and Magma Math closed a $10M round to expand AI-enabled math instruction. Parallel Learning's $20M Series B, focused on special education delivery with measurable outcomes, shows capital flowing to capacity gaps that districts cannot address internally.


Institutional Mergers Gain Traction: Pacific and Willamette universities have executed an LOI for merger-related due diligence. At the same time, Exeter College and Petroc completed their combination to form the Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group in the UK. Cross-border brand partnerships are also emerging—Meraki Education's collaboration with St Paul's Girls' School to launch a Dubai campus illustrates how premium institutional reputations are being leveraged to enter high-growth international markets.


Implications for Private School Owners: Buyers are assessing governance structure, management depth, enrollment stability, and operational scalability. Schools with documented systems, diversified revenue, and professional financial reporting command premium valuations. If you are evaluating a sale, recapitalization, or strategic partnership, current buyer appetite creates a narrow window to optimize timing and pricing.


If you are thinking about a sale, forming a group, or pursuing targeted acquisitions, now is a great time to prepare for premium results. Contact Halladay Education Group for a confidential consultation. Reach out to us for a discreet discussion.

Doug Halladay

To Your Continued Success,


Douglas Halladay | President, Halladay Education Group

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FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES



REPUTABLE & PROFITABLE K-12 DAY & INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL

Established Eastern Canadian co-ed private school with 300+ students, a 50-year history, and near-100% university placement. Projected to generate $8.2M revenue and $2.0M adjusted EBITDAR in FY26, with approximately 63% enrollment growth potential across a well-located multi-site urban campus. More Info.


PREMIER CANADIAN FILM & DIGITAL ARTS COLLEGE - REVIEWING OFFERS

Recognized as a premier institution for creative media education in Canada, offering cutting-edge programs designed and taught by award-winning industry professionals. More Info.

 

FAST-GROWING CANADIAN POST-SECONDARY HEALTHCARE-FOCUSED NETWORK

Premium career college group with over 22 campuses across nine cities, generating FY25 revenue of $35.7M and $9.1M in adjusted EBITDA. Delivers career-aligned programs, with 94% concentrated in high-demand fields primarily in healthcare. 100% domestic student base, strong cash flow profile, and meaningful upside through organic campus growth and targeted acquisitions. More Info.


ACCREDITED CANADIAN DESIGN SCHOOL WITH STRONG FINANCIALS

A leading career college in fashion, interior, and technical design, this accredited institution boasts a 98% domestic enrollment rate, modular hybrid programs, and rising course registrations. With revenue forecasted to exceed $2M and EBITDA projected at $615K by 2028, it presents a turnkey opportunity for strategic buyers seeking growth in the creative education sector. More Info.


MARKET-LEADING CANADIAN MASSAGE THERAPY COLLEGE - REVIEWING OFFERS

One of Western Canada’s most established and profitable massage therapy colleges, with 30+ years of operations and a nationally recognized track record of graduate success. Forecast FY2025 revenue of $2M and EBITDA of C$380K (18% margin), scaling to $2.7M and C$771K (29%) by FY2028. With 100% domestic enrollment, regulatory protection, and a trusted brand, it offers a cash-flow positive, recession-resilient platform with 2x EBITDA growth potential. More Info.


PREMIUM EUROPEAN SUMMER CAMP PLATFORM - REVIEWING OFFERS

With over five decades of operations and 350,000 alumni from 60 countries, Project Alpine is a leader in Europe’s premium summer camp sector. Forecasting FY2026 revenue of USD $7.2M and EBITDA of $1.2M, it combines strong brand equity, high-margin enrollments, and multi-channel programming. The platform offers investors a scalable, asset-backed opportunity with durable cash flows and clear growth potential. More Info.


U.S. FOR-PROFIT K-12 BUYER | VOUCHER/ESA STATES

Global K-12 operator seeking acquisitions of private for-profit day schools in voucher/ESA markets, with flexible deal and real estate structures. Targets include schools with $500K–$5M EBITDA, strong academics, and clear growth potential; suitable for single-site or small groups. Priority regions are FL, TX, AZ, GA; also IN, IA, OH, NC, UT, WV, AL, LA, OK, NH, and TN. The process is confidential, with founder-friendly terms and proven integration. More info.



PROFITABLE TRANSPORT CANADA–APPROVED FLIGHT TRAINING UNIT (FTU) + AVIATION CAREER COLLEGE IN WESTERN CANADA 

Confidential opportunity to acquire a scaled, asset-backed Western Canadian aviation training platform that combines a Transport Canada–approved FTU within a provincially accredited private career college, supported by DLI status and Student Aid eligibility. FY2026F revenue is projected at $3.45M with ~335 students, and normalized EBITDA is ~$910K (FY2024–FY2025F average), expanding to ~$1.05M by FY2026F at 30%+ margins. The business operates from a leased airside campus with dedicated hangar access and includes an 11-aircraft fleet (~$2.6M), a TC-approved simulator, and maintenance operation, creating a regulatory and operating moat that is difficult to replicate. More Info.


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FEATURED NEWS

GALILEO

GALILEO EDUCATION ACQUIRES PUTMAN CLASSICAL ACADEMY AND NEW GENERATION CHRISTIAN



pehub.com Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, Galileo Education is an operator of private K-12 schools...

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EDMENTUM ACQUIRES MAJORCITY COLLEGE, CAREER READINESS TOOL


marketbrief.edweek.org Curriculum provider Edmentum is adding a college and career readiness tool to its suite of products, acquiring MajorClarity...

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INVESTORS BACK PARALLEL'S $20M SERIES B TO TRANSFORM SPECIAL EDUCATION


forbes.com Parallel Learning, a virtual special education platform, address critical nationwide special education teacher...

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ALSO IN THE NEWS

PACIFIC AND WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITIES EXPLORE JOINING FORCES

Creating Oregon’s largest private university ...Read more


INTERNATIONAL STUDENT INTEREST SHIFTS FROM THE U.S. TO ASIA AND EUROPE

Volatile visa policies, travel bans and unwelcoming rhetoric from the Trump administration ...Read more


NEW OWNERS FOR MAJOR PRIVATE UNIVERSITY COMPANY IN SOUTH AFRICA

Old Mutual Private Equity has acquired Honoris United Universities, a major private education platform ...Read more


NOVISTRA CAPITAL ADVISES MERAKI EDUCATION ON PARTNERSHIP WITH SPGS

To establish St Paul’s Girls’ School; SPGS International School Dubai ...Read more


MERGER UPDATE: EXETER AND NORTH DEVON COLLEGES GROUP

Exeter College and Petroc College have merged, forming the Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group ...Read more


MORE THAN 100 PRIVATE SCHOOLS FORCED TO CLOSE 'DUE TO VAT ON FEES'

Labour’s move was "a bridge too far" for many independent schools ...Read more


GEDU GROUP TO BECOME LARGEST FOREIGN EDUCATION INVESTOR IN INDIA

By investing a further £200 million over the next three years, creating 1,500 jobs ...Read more

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We are a trusted advisor to private equity firms, institutional investors, operators, and family offices pursuing strategic growth, as well as school owners seeking full or partial exits. Backed by deep sector expertise, an extensive proprietary database of qualified buyers, and full-cycle transaction support, HEG has earned a reputation as one of the most active and respected firms in the field. To confidentially discuss your institution’s strategic options—whether a sale, merger, acquisition, or financing—and how emerging trends may impact your outlook, contact us at 1-800-687-1402. Please view our Corporate Brochure.


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