After-school care 't Kweklokaal becomes part of Partou's growing network
‘'t Kweklokaal, specialist in after-school care, has the sale The transfer of 100% shares to Smallsteps, the new owner, was completed. In 2020, Smallsteps merged with Partou, after which all activities were integrated under the Partou brand. This transaction marks an important step in further strengthening Partou's position as a leading player in the childcare sector.
Strong foundation for growth in childcare
The partnership between 't Kweklokaal and Partou provides a solid foundation for further growth and expansion in the childcare sector. Since its founding in 2010, 't Kweklokaal has positioned itself as a small-scale, dedicated provider of after-school care in Leiden, focusing on personal contact with parents and children. The company's small-scale approach has always ensured short lines of communication and strong commitment, making it attractive to parents seeking personalized, caring childcare.
By integrating 't Kweklokaal into Partou, the company can now benefit from the synergies within the larger network while maintaining its small-scale operation and personalized approach. With the support of a larger organization, 't Kweklokaal can further expand and optimize its services, expanding its reach to families in the region and providing additional opportunities for its employees.
Focus on quality and parental involvement
With its sale to Partou, 't Kweklokaal underscores its commitment to providing high-quality childcare and strengthening parental involvement. The integration of 't Kweklokaal into the Partou network offers the opportunity to further expand its offering of pedagogically responsible and stimulating childcare. Partou's vision of creating a safe and stimulating environment for children is further strengthened by the integration of 't Kweklokaal's small-scale, personalized approach.
Armin van der Horst, Owner of 't Kweklokaal, says: “Match Plan is a fantastic company that puts this emotional process in excellent hands. I'm glad I chose Match Plan. They guided us through the entire process of selling our company, from start to finish. Match Plan is a highly professional organization, but they also pay close attention to the personal side of things. No question is too much trouble, and everything is well-explained and documented. I also found it very helpful to have dedicated contacts throughout the entire process, which is very helpful in this rather emotional process of selling your company.”
Successful guidance through Match Plan
Match Plan, specialized in purchase and sales support, business valuation and financing, provided intensive guidance to the shareholders of 't Kweklokaal throughout the sales process. This transaction required a careful approach, meticulously coordinating strategic, operational, and financial aspects.
The Match Plan team, consisting of Arno Dielesen and Sebastiaan Hoftijzer, successfully supported the shareholders of 't Kweklokaal in drawing up the valuation, guiding the book research and preparing the transaction documentation. Thanks to their expertise, the sales process was completed efficiently, resulting in the successful acquisition by Partou.
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