Acquisition by Kids Lodge offers new opportunities for Het Zonnetje
Het Zonnetje, a children's center in Houten, has the sale The acquisition of 100% shares by Kids Lodge, supported by investment firm Holland Capital, has been completed. This strategic acquisition strengthens Kids Lodge's position in the Utrecht region, where it can now further expand and optimize its childcare network. Het Zonnetje, known for its small-scale and welcoming approach to childcare, will continue to operate under the auspices of Kids Lodge, offering new opportunities for growth and further development. Match Plan advised and guided Het Zonnetje's shareholders throughout the entire sales process.
Small scale and quality as a starting point
Het Zonnetje has been a trusted name in the Houten region for years. What began as a childcare facility has grown into a successful childcare center that now offers 244 places, divided between 96 for daycare (KDV) and 148 for after-school care (BSO). Het Zonnetje distinguishes itself through its small scale and personal approach, where parents, children, and staff have always felt at home.
The acquisition by Kids Lodge offers Het Zonnetje the opportunity to further expand its services and benefit from the resources and network of a larger organization. Kids Lodge can further expand its childcare offerings while maintaining the familiar atmosphere that characterizes Het Zonnetje.
A strategic step for the future
The acquisition not only allows Kids Lodge to expand its childcare capacity but also strengthens its position in the region and responds to the growing demand for high-quality childcare solutions. The integration of Het Zonnetje offers Kids Lodge the opportunity to further expand its services and optimize the operations of its childcare facilities. Thanks to Het Zonnetje's small scale and personal approach, Kids Lodge can appeal to a broader target group and better meet the flexible childcare needs of parents.
This partnership ensures that Het Zonnetje's values—personal approach, small-scale operation, and parental involvement—will be preserved within the larger Kids Lodge network. Het Zonnetje adds a strong local identity, allowing it to better serve both the communities in Houten and the wider Utrecht region. The acquisition also offers the opportunity to operate more efficiently by sharing resources and knowledge within the Kids Lodge network.
Successful guidance through Match Plan
Match Plan has intensively supported the shareholders of Het Zonnetje during the sales process. From drawing up the valuation Match Plan supported the entire transaction until the completion of the transaction documentation. Thanks to their guidance, the acquisition was completed smoothly and efficiently, allowing Het Zonnetje to join the Kids Lodge network.
The Match Plan team, consisting of Arno Dielesen, Yvo Bruin, Sven Aaldering, Matthias Duijzer, and Sophie Koelma, looks back on a successful collaboration and wishes both Het Zonnetje and Kids Lodge every success in the future.
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