Clearwater International advises The Prospects Group on its acquisition of homes2inspire

Clearwater International has advised The Prospects Group on its acquisition of UK children’s homes business ‘homes2inspire’ from G4S, the leading global security company. Clydesdale Bank plc provided debt facilities to support the acquisition.

homes2inspire provides tailored education programmes, training and care services to more than 80 young people in 18 homes across the Midlands as part of a number of contractual agreements with local authorities. The company offers support to young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.

As part of the transaction, all employees including senior management in homes2inspire will transfer to The Prospects Group.

The Prospects Group offers a wide range of high quality education, employment and skills services to the public and private sector for individuals of all stages of life, across the UK and internationally. Services include: consultancy, improvement services, awards, resources and outdoor education. The Prospects Group is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the UK. More than 1,400 professional and skilled colleagues work from over 70 locations and provide practical support to the local communities.