Learning Academies Acquires Kids Discovery International
June 2, 2022
Kids Discovery International, which operates early education centers in the Florida Panhandle, has been acquired by Early Learning Academies (Learning Academies), an early education provider. The transaction was advised exclusively to Kids Discovery by principals of Founders Advisors.
- Buyers
- Early Learning Academies (Learning Academies)
- Targets
- Kids Discovery International
- Sellers
- Founders Advisors (exclusive advisor to Kids Discovery)
- Industry
- Healthcare Services
- Location
- Florida, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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