When was SODEXO CHILDCARE acquired by GRANDIR?

SODEXO CHILDCARE was acquired by GRANDIR in 2021.

What was the revenue of SODEXO CHILDCARE at the time of the deal?

The revenue of SODEXO CHILDCARE at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 200M EUR.

What was the EBITDA of SODEXO CHILDCARE during the acquisition?

SODEXO CHILDCARE's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 5M - 25M EUR.

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10/2021

SODEXO CHILDCARE acquired by GRANDIR

FRANCE Education / Education Providers REV 100M - 200M EUR

Context

Sodexo has reduced its stake in the childcare sector by selling its French nursery business to the Grandir group. This strategic divestment allows Sodexo to refocus on its core activities while enabling Grandir to significantly expand its national footprint. By integrating these new facilities, Grandir strengthens its position as a leader in the French market, enhancing its capacity to provide high-quality educational services across the country.

SODEXO CHILDCARE, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2020, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Retail & Consumer sector (11.1x).

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Target

Sodexo Childcare, primarily operating under the Crèche Attitude brand since its acquisition in 2010, is a major European player in the private nursery market. The group specializes in managing corporate and municipal nurseries, providing high-quality early childhood education and care services. Its business model relies on long-term contracts with companies (B2B) and local authorities (B2G) seeking to offer childcare solutions to their employees and citizens. In 2021, the entity manages a network of 300 centers and employs approximately 3,500 people, with a strong geographical presence in France and Germany, and smaller footprints in Spain and India.

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Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR

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