Increasing affluence is driving an unprecedented demand for premium and mid-priced international schools across Asia Pacific.
JLL understands the complex, financial, regulatory, and social trends which influence the development of a new school. Combining our education sector expertise, real estate insights and services, we have the experience to help you to build sustainable, innovative schools and the best learning environments for young and developing minds.
What are your needs?
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School operator
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Operating Company (Op Co)
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Investor
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Property Company (Prop Co)
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Developer / Investor
School operator
Fund raising for a new school
School funding requires long-term partnerships between school and investor. We understand the unique requirements of school investment, and will introduce high quality, patient capital to the project.
Capital planning
Long-term capital planning is critical for avoidance of deferred maintenance and operational downtime. We advise on cost-effective life cycle maintenance programmes for schools.
Project management and development
Our design and construction professionals will partner with you to manage the entire process from concept to completion for the construction of the school, including budgeting and scheduling.
Day-to-day management of school facilities
Our specialists provide strategic planning to maximise space and resources. They also look at maintaining the school using leading international industry standards, focusing on health, safety, and wellbeing.
Operating Company (Op Co)
Pre-qualification of school partners
School leases require long-term partnerships between Op Co and investor. We understand the financial profile of a newly opened school, and we can help to align the expectations of both parties for a successful return on investment.
Fund raising and investor introductions
We introduce pre-qualified long-term capital investors who understand the education sector and wish to collaborate with reputable schools in locations across the Asia Pacific region.
Lease documentation review
We provide valuable technical input to the lease, protecting the school from downstream risks, and promote a common understanding of the school’s requirements.
School facilities management
As your facilities management specialist, we can work with you to create a sustainable school, driving up to 30% cost savings across your portfolio. This approach ensures that we’re creating immediate value from day one, constantly uncovering hidden opportunities, and bringing you the latest innovations.
Investor
Stakeholder introductions
Leveraging our global and domestic network with international and home-grown school brands, we will be able to introduce you to the right schools and school operating companies to suit your investment needs.
Risk management
As Technical Representative, we protect your interests by providing detailed reports on project progress, budget, and quality. We also recommend ways to mitigate project risks.
Enhancement of asset value
We prepare long-term, cash flow forecasts with variable scenarios to test investment rates of return and project feasibility, and to evaluate long-term rates of return.
Property Company (Prop Co)
Pre-qualification of schools and operators
School reputation, academic record, sporting achievements all influence the choice of a school to a specific location. We use market knowledge to select appropriate schools for every market.
Lease documentation and contracts review
We will contribute to the technical agreement between the operator and the investor, creating a common understanding of both parties’ expectations.
Project management and delivery
We manage the project set-up and delivery, and look at the employment of architects, engineers, specialist consultants and contractors.
Landlord representation
We support the landlord with technical know-how and real estate expertise.
Developer / Investor
K-12 investment advice
We advise on appropriate investment and disposal strategies with due diligence services and technical appraisals.
Valuation management
Market specific valuations based on relevant data and current comparisons.
Industry market analysis
Using the latest available research and market data, we analyse demand and supply trends to define the highest and best use of real estate opportunities.
Collaboration with professional advisors
We represent the investor to lead negotiations in local jurisdictions to achieve the best possible outcomes.
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