Druces have advised Grandir UK, a leading provider of Early Years education and childcare, on its acquisition of Pippa’s House Nurseries.

Druces supported Grandir UK in the acquisition of Pippa’s House Nurseries, which operates seven sites across Surrey and Hampshire. This move marked an important step in strengthening the group’s long-term growth strategy.

The transaction was structured as a share acquisition, and drew on the expertise of Druce’s corporate, tax, employment, real estate and commercial teams, reflecting a collaborative approach to delivering high-quality Early Years provision.

Paul Quartly, Growth Director at Grandir UK, commented:

“Working with Druces, we were able to bring together the right expertise to support the acquisition of Pippa’s House Nursery. Their guidance helped us navigate the complexities of acquiring an established nursery business, while preserving the unique character of each setting. Most importantly, this ensured continuity and stability for children and families throughout the transition.”

Claire Rigby, Partner at Druces LLP, commented:

“This acquisition is a significant step in Grandir UK’s growth strategy and highlights the continued strength of the Nursery sector for high-quality businesses. Given the intense nature of the deal, it was crucial that we were all able to work together as a cohesive team across multiple practice areas and we are proud to have helped achieve a successful completion.

We look forward to Grandir UK’s future success and working with them in the continued implementation of their strategy.”

The Druces deal team was led by Claire Rigby, Partner.