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]].
Lightbridge Academy announced plans to open 150-plus locations by 2026, accelerating their expansion into new communities across the U.S.
Lightbridge Academy launches a new center-management tool, Lightbridge Journey, to provide a single cohesive platform for parents, staff, and center directors.
Since 1997, the early education and child care franchise Lightbridge Academy® has been an innovator within its industry due to its Circle of Care philosophy, where everyone who touches a Lightbridge Academy center, inclu
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Lightbridge Academy, the early education and child care franchise with more than 100 centers open or in development across the U.S., has won another prestigious award in the franchising world, this time jumping 91 points
Lightbridge Academy continues to grow, signing agreements for seven new locations and opening 10 new centers in 2020, despite the challenges of the pandemic.
A new Lightbridge Academy franchise built center enrollment during the COVID-19 pandemic, citing perseverance and fresh-baked cookies as key factors.
Gigi Schweikert is a President & COO at Lightbridge Franchise Company.
Lightbridge Academy franchisee Sarina Jagtiani opens her first franchise with the early education and child care brand in Massapequa, New York.
Lightbridge Academy incorporates trust into every level of its organization.
A husband-and-wife team became Lightbridge Academy franchisees after their experience as parents, inspired by the brand's focus on core values and building trust.
Lightbridge Academy has been named one of America's Best Customer Service Companies in 2021 by Newsweek, citing its Circle of Care philosophy and high Net Promoter Score.
As more parents continue working from home, Lightbridge Academy offers those in Westchester a welcome solution to child care during COVID-19.
Lightbridge Academy promotes Joanne Sofia to Chief Operations Officer, overseeing operations, education, and human resources for both company-owned and franchise centers.
Lightbridge Academy promotes Joanne Sofia to Chief Operations Officer and David Falzarano to Senior Vice President of Franchise Development, and hires Terry Owens as Director of Construction.
On Tuesday, Franchise Times released its Fast & Serious List of the 40 Smartest-Growing Franchise Brands in 2020.
Lightbridge Academy, a childcare franchise, has used its grand opening event to support the Zeppole Guys, a local family business.
Lightbridge Academy offers remote learning support for children through 5th grade.
Lightbridge Academy has placed a premium on safety and security, introducing the Lightbridge Promise - the Gold Standard in the child care industry.
Premal Dhebariya and Bhautik Patel open a Lightbridge Academy in Somerset, New Jersey, becoming multi-unit franchisees.
Lightbridge Academy is recognized by CIANJ and Commerce Magazine as a Company that Cares in 2020, highlighting its philanthropic efforts through the Lightbridge Foundation.
Bhautik Patel purchased a Lightbridge Academy franchise after being unimpressed with local child care options for his daughter.