Ranahan, Collinstown, Co. Westmeath

Established Crche & Montessori with Residential Potential

This purpose-built, 3,600sq.ft. standalone crche and Montessori offers an exceptional opportunity for childcare operators or investors. Well established with a strong reputation, it caters for up to 66 children at any one time and provides full-day care, Montessori, pre-school, toddler playschool, and after-school services. The business is fully ECCE-approved and compliant with all childcare regulations.

The property is set on 0.385 ha / 0.7 acres approx. with extensive on-site parking, safe drop-off area, and secure outdoor play facilities including grassed and safety-matted sections, toy sheds, Wendy playhouse, and covered mud kitchen. Inside, the building is fully equipped with multiple classrooms, Montessori room, sleep room, office, staff facilities, and kitchen.

Situated in a busy commuter village in North Westmeath, the property is directly beside a large primary school and church, approx. 400m from the village square, and just minutes from the scenic Lough Lene. This excellent location provides a wide catchment area and strong recurring demand.

In addition to its established childcare use, the property offers scope for expansion to meet growing demand, or potential for alternative business or residential conversion (subject to planning).

Location
Located in a busy commuter village in North Westmeath, this crche benefits from a large catchment area. Positioned beside a primary school and church, the new housing development Clog Na Leinn, approx. 400m from the village square and close to Lough Lene, the location supports a consistent and growing demand for childcare services.

Expansion Potential
With the increased demand created by the free pre-school year and the NCS scheme, the premises offers scope for expansion to increase capacity and revenue.

Services
-Capacity: Licensed for up to 66 children (with potential to expand further)
Services: Full & part-time care, Montessori, Pre-School, Toddler Playschool & After-School
Affiliations: Fully ECCE-approved, compliant with all childcare regulations
Premises: Purpose-built two-storey property on 0.385 ha with secure parking, safe drop-off area, and extensive play facilities
Outdoor Play: 250m grassed play area & 300m safety-matted section, with sheds, Wendy house, mud kitchen & play equipment
Facilities: Fully equipped kitchen, sleep room, multiple classrooms, Montessori room, staff room, office & secure storage
Services: Mains water, electricity, broadband, gas fired oil central heating, CCTV, fire & security alarm systems

Highlights
Turnkey childcare business with recurring customer base
Expansion potential supported by ECCE & NCS government schemes
Prime location beside a large primary school and local church, enhancing daily demand
Just minutes from the shores of Lough Lene, offering a sought-after setting in a thriving commuter village
Scope for alternative commercial uses or potential conversion to residential, subject to planning