Lightbridge Academy is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2016. 285 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Becky Grovenstein, a multi-unit franchise owner of Lightbridge Academy, was recognized with the inaugural IFA Franchisee Cornerstone Award for her efforts in building a foundation for the brand in North Carolina [[2026-10-22 Q&A with IFA Franchisee Cornerstone Award Winner Becky Grovenstein]]. * Lightbridge Academy's pre-K students achieved a 99% proficiency rate in kindergarten readiness for the first time in its history, with significant growth in academic, social, and emotional development [[2026-09-22 Lightbridge Academy Pre-K Students Achieve 99% Proficiency in Kindergarten Readiness Skills for First Time in Franchise’s History]]. * Rebecca Grovenstein, a multi-unit Lightbridge Academy franchisee, was named a 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association [[2026-09-05 Rebecca Grovenstein of Lightbridge Academy Named IFA Franchisee of the Year]]. * Lightbridge Academy introduced a Fast-Track Ownership Program, allowing entrepreneurs to acquire centers in various stages of development and speed up the ownership process [[2026-08-10 Lightbridge Academy Debuts Fast-Track Ownership Program to Fuel Franchisee Growth]]. * Lightbridge Academy launched a redesigned website and a new brand campaign called 'Big Steps' to enhance the family experience [[2026-07-18 Lightbridge Academy Reimagines the Family Experience with New Website and “Big Steps” Campaign]]. * Lightbridge Academy was ranked on the Financial Times Americas' Fastest Growing Companies 2026 list for the second consecutive year, with over 200 centers open or in development [[2026-04-02 Lightbridge Academy Ranked for Second Consecutive Year on Financial Times Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2026 List]]. * Lightbridge Academy was ranked on Inc. Magazine's list of the Northeast Region's fastest-growing private companies for the third consecutive year [[2026-03-31 Lightbridge Academy Ranked for Third Consecutive Year on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Northeast Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies]].
The Lightbridge Academy Golf Outing raised $30,000 for The Lightbridge Foundation, supporting children, families, educators, and franchise owners in need.
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Franchise Expo Cincinnati will welcome some 1,500 potential franchise owners on Oct.
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Lightbridge Academy proudly announces its exceptional 99% proficiency rate in kindergarten readiness for the first time in the franchise’s history.
The International Franchise Association named Rebecca "Becky" Grovenstein, a multi-unit Lightbridge Academy franchisee in Holly Springs and Apex, North Carolina, as the recipient of the inaugural IFA Franchisee Cornerstone Award.
“Becky and Lightbridge represent the best of franchising – a powerful brand, executed by an exceptional local owner in their community,” said Matt Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association.
Lightbridge Academy multi-unit franchisee Rebecca Grovenstein has been named a 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association.
Rebecca Grovenstein of Lightbridge Academy was named 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association.
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The early childhood education franchise has introduced a program allowing entrepreneurs to acquire centers already in various stages of development to speed up the ownership process.
Top-Ranked Early Childhood Education Franchise Deepens Its Commitment to the Milestones That Matter Most ISELIN, N.J. — Lightbridge Academy , Innovators in Educational Child Care®
Early childhood education franchise Lightbridge Academy is hosting nature-based 'Mud Day' events at its centers to promote sensory learning and community engagement across its nationwide network.
The Brand Received Multiple Honors Throughout the Quarter, Reflecting Lightbridge Academy’s Growing Prominence in the Early Child Care Industry ISELIN, N.J. — Lightbridge Academy ,
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Lightbridge Academy ranks on Financial Times Americas’ list with 200 centers.
Lightbridge Academy ranks on Inc. Magazine’s Northeast list for third year.
Lightbridge Academy, The Solution for Working Families, and one of the fastest-growing early childhood education franchises, announces its continued expansion in the Michigan market with a new center coming to Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Lightbridge Academy hosted its annual conference, A World of Possibilities: Creating Magic Every Day, from March 11 to March 13 in Orlando, Florida.
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