The nursery market has seen significant growth in recent years, due to increases in the under 5’s population and increased employment of mothers with early year’s children. This maturing of the market means investors and other financial institutions are increasingly seeking opportunities in the sector and follows the trends seen in other alternative property sectors. The characteristics of the sector are such that investors see opportunities in being able to purchase long term cash flows, generated by the nursery’s business, secured on good and often freehold properties. In addition, economies can be achieved through growing groups of nurseries, particularly in geographical clusters.
Knight Frank’s dedicated and highly experienced team provides a discreet and efficient consultancy service, annually advising on circa £500m across the full spectrum of nursery facilities.