With commitment and rigour: SolutionSync orchestrates responsibly the transfer of edutaba out-of-school care facilities to JSW.
- peterzahn6
- Oct 21
- 3 min read
When the future of children is at stake, numbers alone don’t tell the full story. What truly matters are values: a sense of responsibility, a culture of trust, and a shared commitment to educational purpose. These principles guided the thoughtful transition of two out-of-school care centres in Basel from edutaba GmbH to the Youth Social Work Foundation Blaues Kreuz Baselland (JSW).
This transition wasn’t just about changing ownership—it was about preserving purpose. The process was guided by SolutionSync, a trusted partner specialising in mergers and acquisitions within the education and childcare sector. More than structuring transactions, SolutionSync brings meaning to transitions, ensuring that values, people, and impact remain at the heart of every handover.
A succession with purpose
For many years, edutaba GmbH stood as a trusted provider of out-of-school care in Basel, offering over 100 places across its Barfüsserplatz and Erlenmatt locations. Its educational approach was rooted in holistic support, guided leisure activities, and a nurturing environment for children in kindergarten and primary school.
When the founders began exploring succession options, one thing was non-negotiable: this wasn’t about selling to just any buyer. It was about finding a partner who would carry forward edutaba’s educational mission and core values with integrity and care..
A four-phase Transition
The handover was more than a legal transaction—it was a carefully designed journey. SolutionSync structured the deal as a socially responsible asset transfer, guided by empathy, precision, and deep expertise in M&A within the education and social care sector. The process unfolded in four key phases, each shaped to protect what mattered most: people, values, and continuity:
A Values-Based Partnership From the outset, this was never about finding just any buyer. The search focused not on financial metrics alone, but on deeper qualities: institutional commitment, educational responsibility, and cultural alignment. Among the candidates, the JSW Foundation stood out—not only for its regional roots, but for its public mission and shared values. It was clear: this was the right partner to carry the torch forward.
Capturing Identity Through the CIM The Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM) went far beyond numbers. It offered a window into the soul of the organisation—its team culture, educational impact, and institutional identity. Crafted with the logic of social organisations in mind, the CIM helped ensure that the transfer wasn’t just transactional, but meaningful.
Negotiation Built on Trust and Reciprocity The dialogue was shaped by mutual respect and a shared focus on what truly matters: the wellbeing of staff, children, schools, and stakeholders. Every conversation was grounded in trust. Both sides felt heard, supported, and aligned—laying the foundation for a smooth and respectful transition.
Responsible Transfer and Seamless Integration The transaction was executed with precision and transparency. All staff members were retained, and both sites continued to operate without disruption. It wasn’t just a change of ownership—it was a responsible handover that safeguarded continuity, care, and community.
Quality Preserved, Responsibility Strengthened
► The centres continue to offer high-quality out-of-school educational environments, true to their original mission;
► Every member of the team was retained, ensuring continuity for children, families, and schools;
► JSW has expanded its presence in Basel, acting on behalf of the Department of Education and deepening its local impact;
► edutaba’s founders were able to step back with peace of mind, knowing the transition was handled with both heart and structure;
► SolutionSync proved itself a reliable partner for social institutions—facilitating not just deals, but purposeful succession.
Organisation profiles
edutaba GmbH - A place of care with purpose For years, edutaba GmbH stood as a trusted private provider of day school care in Basel. With centrally located sites and 130 places, it offered more than supervision—it provided pedagogical guidance rooted in values. edutaba created a warm, family-like environment where children in kindergarten and primary school could grow, play, and be supported in their development.
JSW Foundation – Social Commitment with Local Roots The Jugendsozialwerk (JSW) Foundation is a regionally anchored social organisation offering services in child and youth support, integration, and socio-educational care. Operating on behalf of municipalities and cantonal authorities, JSW works hand in hand with schools to ensure that every child receives the support they need—educationally, socially, and emotionally.
SolutionSync GmbH – M&A Expertise with a Social Heart SolutionSync combines deep expertise in mergers and acquisitions with a genuine commitment to social impact. Its team understands more than just numbers—they bring insight into education, care, and institutional responsibility. For SolutionSync, every transaction is an opportunity to preserve purpose and build meaningful continuity..
„We don’t just sell institutions—we guide their transitions with care, purpose, and responsibility.“
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