Lightbridge Academy Celebrates 8 Grand Openings

On Jul 31, 2024

Iselin-headquartered Lightbridge Academy, one of the fastest-growing early childhood education franchises with over 150 centers either open or in development, is celebrating eight grand openings and the awarding of 17 new franchises in 2024.

“Our growth this year has been truly remarkable, underscoring the persistent demand for top-tier childcare, our team’s unwavering commitment to providing solutions for working families, and streamlined processes that accelerate the time to open,” stated Gigi Schweikert, CEO of Lightbridge Academy. “At Lightbridge Academy, we are steadfast in our mission to deliver exceptional educational childcare that families can confidently trust as part of their Circle of Care. As we move into the latter half of this year and beyond, we will leverage this momentum to extend our reach to even more families. Our proven business model continues to resonate deeply with both entrepreneurs and communities, reaffirming our role as a trusted leader in early childhood education.”

Growth Achievements:

• In Q2 alone, the brand awarded eight new franchise licenses including four in existing markets where the demand for quality child care solutions is prevalent including the greater D.C. area, Westchester County, NY, and others throughout the country.
• As part of its newly awarded franchise licenses in Q2, the brand awarded a four-pack of licenses in the new Tucson, AZ market to husband and wife team, Paul and Vee Patel. As parents to three young children, the Patels are deeply passionate about educational child care and feel that the smile on a child’s face when they’ve learned something new is priceless. With 70% of surveyed parents having difficulty obtaining quality child care, Lightbridge Academy’s incoming centers will help to close the child care gap for Tucson families.
• Lightbridge Academy celebrated grand openings for five of its centers in Manassas, VA, Blue Bell, PA, Frederick, MD, Katy, TX, and Port St. Lucie, FL. The brand also celebrated the groundbreaking for two upcoming locations in Glen Allen, VA and Valhalla, NY.
• Lightbridge Academy’s quality standards continue to rise as the demand for high-quality child care continues to be a priority for families nationwide. As a result, five additional Lightbridge Academy centers in Lawrenceville, Rutherford, Whippany, Millburn, and Fanwood have received accreditation from the National Accreditation Commission, an Association for Early Learning Leaders committed to excellence in the field of early childhood care and education by promoting leadership development and enhancing program quality.

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