
Lightbridge Academy Experiences Strong Momentum at the Start of 2020
Lightbridge Academy ranked No. 182 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list in 2020, following a successful 2019 with industry recognition and accreditation.
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Lightbridge Academy ranked No. 182 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list in 2020, following a successful 2019 with industry recognition and accreditation.
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Lightbridge Academy is recognized on Franchise Times' Top 200+ List for 2019, ranking 406th in global systemwide sales.

Lightbridge Academy continues to grow across its home state of New Jersey, with 36 locations and several more in development.

Over the last two decades, early education and child care franchise Lightbridge Academy has expanded far beyond its New Jersey home, establishing a strong presence in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.

Lightbridge Academy's Iselin, New Jersey center receives accreditation by the National Accreditation Commission, marking a significant industry recognition for the early education and child care franchise.

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Jeff Brazier, VP of Franchise Development at Kiddie Academy, discusses the rise of multi-unit ownership and the future of franchising.

Dennis Maple joins The Goddard School as CEO, bringing 37 years of experience supporting the K-12 community and a deep-rooted passion for education.

Lightbridge Academy's Signing Sprouts program introduced video modules to teach sign language to children and their families, promoting early literacy and cognitive learning.

Lightbridge Academy offers quarterly Open Houses to help families experience the brand's educational programming and facilities, increasing enrollment and brand awareness.

Lightbridge Academy, an early education and child care franchise, has signed its first Manhattan franchisee, paving the way for further expansion in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Larry Showfety and his wife needed to find a child care center they felt comfortable entrusting with their children.