The sale covered five nurseries, including one in Brentford

Christie & Co has announced the sale of Katey’s Nursery & Pre-School, a prime group of five childcare settings in south west London.

Originally set up in 2010, the group has gone from strength to strength and now provides the highest level of childcare to over 273 children across five settings that are located in Kingston, Ham, Hampton Court, Teddington, and Brentford.

Following a confidential sales process with Nick Brown and Sophie Willcox at Christie & Co, the group has been purchased by Chalk Nursery Group which is backed by Downing LLP.

Katey’s will act as the cornerstone investment of Chalk Nursery Group, with a vision to provide a high-quality, caring, family-orientated environment, while focusing on delivering the best outcomes for every child.

Sinead Johnson, chief executive of Chalk Nursery Group, said: “I am proud to have joined Chalk Nursery Group, and to have made our first acquisition.

“Katey’s Nursery and Preschool embodies our vision of high-quality care and education, delivering the very best outcomes for children.

“The early years sector is well placed to thrive with the continuing cross-party support and recognition of its educational and social benefits for children and I am excited to be working with Downing to provide additional nursery places for more children as we grow the group.”

Katey’s Nursery & Pre-School was sold for an undisclosed price.