Exited Investment
Right at School
Prairie Capital Fund VI
| Location | Evanston, IL |
| Transaction Type | Growth Buyout with Founder and Management |
| Investment Date | May 2017 |
| Exit Date | July 2023 |
| Buyer | ONCAP |
| Business | Provider of distinctive before and after school enrichment programs |
| Industry | Education |
Investment Rationale
- Large, fragmented and rapidly growing after school care market
- Partnership with founder and management team
- High quality reputation, strong educator retention, and proprietary curriculum
- Effective sales model with opportunity to accelerate through further investment
Value Add
- Human Capital
- Sales & Marketing
- Technology
Right At School was in the fortunate position to choose between several outstanding private equity firms. We chose Prairie Capital because of their professionalism, values, and, quite honestly, their personalities. When you choose a partner, you want to know that you’ll work well together.
The past year has been a resounding success. The Prairie team adds value in all of our interactions and is involved in just the right manner. We’re on a tremendous growth trajectory, and it’s a great comfort to know Prairie has the financial and intellectual wherewithal to support us along the way.