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Linda Harley

Business Broker - Childcare Specialist

Phone: 022 354 9189

Mobile: 022 354 9189

lindah@abcbusiness.co.nz

About Linda

Childcare Business Broker | ECE Sector Specialist

Since 2007, Linda Harley has specialised in the sale of Early Childhood Education businesses and freehold childcare property throughout New Zealand. With more than 330 completed transactions and almost 20 years of sector experience, Linda brings specialist ECE knowledge, commercial insight and proven negotiation expertise to every assignment.

Linda works with childcare owners, operators and investors to help them buy, sell and make informed decisions about their next move.

Specialist ECE Knowledge

Selling an ECE business requires more than a general understanding of business sales. Linda understands the sector’s unique commercial, operational and regulatory considerations, including occupancy, staffing, Ministry of Education funding, licensing, leases, property and sustainable earnings.

This specialist knowledge allows her to identify opportunities, anticipate potential issues and guide vendors and buyers through the transaction process with clarity and confidence.

Proven Results

Linda has negotiated and settled more than $400 million in ECE businesses and freehold childcare property. Her approach combines detailed preparation, practical market insight and focused negotiation to help clients achieve successful outcomes.

Informed Market Guidance

Linda maintains a strong understanding of the New Zealand ECE market, including buyer demand, business performance, occupancy trends, staffing requirements, funding considerations and property factors. She provides vendors with realistic, evidence-based advice on value and positioning, while ensuring buyers receive the information they need to assess opportunities properly.

National Buyer Network

Over many years, Linda has developed a national network of qualified ECE purchasers, including existing operators, multi-centre groups, first-time buyers and investors. Her focus is on finding the right buyer for each business and creating a well-managed process for all parties.

Confidential, Structured Process

Confidentiality is essential when selling an ECE business. Linda’s established systems are designed to protect the business, staff, children and vendor throughout the sale process. Buyer qualification, confidentiality agreements and the controlled release of information are key parts of her approach from the initial appraisal through to settlement.

Recognised Industry Experience

Linda’s expertise has been recognised through numerous industry awards. She was the first woman to win the REINZ Business Broker of the Year award and has been recognised as an REINZ New Zealand Business Broker of the Year on multiple occasions, including 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025 and 2026.

Helping New Zealand’s Childcare Owners Buy, Sell and Succeed

Whether you are considering selling, looking to acquire an ECE business or planning for your next stage of ownership, Linda provides specialist advice, clear communication and experienced support throughout the process.

Linda's listings Linda's recently sold

Taranaki

#36896

Boutique Childcare - Freehold Property Option

This is an opportunity to acquire a premium, boutique early childhood education business, with the added option to...

Bay of Plenty

#36886

Established Early Learning Centre - Room to...

A Strong ECE Business with Capacity to Grow Revenue. Here is an exciting opportunity to acquire a privately owned,...

Bay of Plenty

#36786

Childcare Freehold Investment - 7% ROI -...

This Waikato freehold childcare property presents a compelling passive investment opportunity, underpinned by a...

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Waikato

#36726

Childcare - Low Cost Entry With Future Upside

Now offered at a significantly reduced asking price of $199,000, this privately owned Hamilton early childhood...

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Waikato

#36516

Consented Childcare Centre for Lease

This is a ideal opportunity for an experienced ECE operator wanting to grow their brand within Hamilton. On offer is a...

Gisborne

#36211

Bilingual Early Childhood Centre

On offer is a well established and respected bilingual early childhood centre with strong local connections, stable...

Manawatu

#34755

Affordable Childcare Ownership

Established Centre | Strong Community Reputation | Freehold or Lease Options Ready to take the next step towards...

Linda's testimonial

Linda always provides the quickest responses to any of my questions, making the entire purchasing process very smooth. Highly recommended!

Frank Ge

"I have worked with Linda for over three years and found her to be extremely professional, and she is very focussed on getting the deal done, if it makes sense for both parties. I never have issues with getting the data I need to assist the purchaser through the buying process, and have found that Linda is very good at matching centres with buyers, which makes my job alot easier. Whilst I generally work for the purchaser and Linda works for the vendor, and therefore we don’t always agree, we are able to have the difficult conversations to get the best outcomes for our respective clients. I would definitely recommend Linda to potential centre owners who are looking to sell, either now or in the future."

Richard Orsbourn - Pathfinder Solutions

"Linda did a fantastic job of selling our early childhood centre and property last year. From the moment we engaged her services, Linda demonstrated her knowledge and expertise in the early childhood education industry. She provided us with excellent recommendations on how to prepare for the sale, navigate the due diligence process, and ultimately settle the transaction. Her guidance was invaluable throughout the entire process. Linda is a true professional who is passionate about her work and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell an early childhood centre business or property."

Channae Davies - Kiwi Kidz Waihi

"I have bought and sold a number of ECE centres with Linda Harley over a few years and have always found Linda to be professional and quick to communicate. Linda knows the sector well and understands the complexities of buying and selling. She is able to help both vendor and purchaser to navigate through the sale process smoothly, providing expert guidance to both parties. Linda gets results and I would highly recommend her for selling your ECE service."

Angela Bush - ECE Learning Unlimited

"Linda is a preferred broker for me to deal with for both purchasing and selling centres. Linda is knowledgeable of the sector, level headed, consistent, flexible, experienced and gives solid advice and expert support. I trust Linda’s feedback and know that she works to always be fair and reasonable. Dealing with Linda in both selling and purchasing centres has been a positive and successful experience."

Leanne Mortlock