Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has sold Bright Stars Childcare in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire.
Bright Stars Childcare is a ‘Good’ rated day nursery originally founded by Karen and Peter Quinton as a childminding business in 2004 which traded from their home. The business transitioned to childcare on domestic premises in 2012 and, in 2022, was re-registered to Childcare on Non-Domestic premises as the pair moved out of the residential part of the property and converted this to additional nursery space to now offer 73 places.
Karen and Peter recently decided to sell the nursery after 20 years and have recognised their deeply fulfilling journey. Following a confidential sales process with David Eaves at Christie & Co, it has been purchased by Storal, taking the group to 33 registered settings across England, which they operate as 30 nurseries.
Karen and Peter Quinton, former owners of Bright Stars Childcare, say: “When we first opened the doors to the nursery, our goal was to create a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment where children could grow, learn, and flourish and with our teams and families support this vision became a reality.
“We are confident that Storal’s vision and commitment will ensure the continued success and growth of the nursery. They are enthusiastic about engaging with the community and building strong relationships with each family.”
Sarah Mackenzie, CEO at Storal, says: “We’re delighted to welcome Bright Stars Childcare which shares Storal’s passion and ethos around early childhood education. We were attracted to the nursery due to its emphasis on ensuring children’s experiences at the nursery are memorable and educational, its positive local reputation, not just with parents but with local agencies and local schools too, and its high-quality facilities.
“As with all of our acquisitions, we look forward to blending Bright Star Childcare’s strengths with Storal’s values and strong support structure whilst embracing its uniqueness and individual story.”
David Eaves, Director – Childcare & Education at Christie & Co, says: “It was a pleasure to support Karen and Peter in the sale of their wonderful nursery. Since first meeting Karen and Peter over two years ago we have navigated the change of use from Childcare on Domestic Premises to Childcare on Non-Domestic Premises, the change of planning to increase the capacity to 73 places, and the relative merits of a leasehold vs freehold sale.
“Having overcome these hurdles, we were delighted to introduce Storal and I’m sure Sarah and the team will build on the fantastic legacy Karen and Peter leave behind. This is a further example of the continued high levels of demand for good opportunities across the East Midlands and beyond.”
Bright Stars Childcare was sold for an undisclosed price.
