Welcome to
Valhalla, NY
Welcoming all
Welcome to Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla! We look forward to meeting you and introducing you to our brand new, state-of-the-art childcare center. We pride ourselves on treating all families as an extension of our own Lightbridge Family and are excited for you to join our Circle of Care. Our Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K programs are now open for enrollment. Contact us today to arrange a tour and discover more about the Lightbridge Academy experience!
A Message From Us
Welcome to Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla! We appreciate you taking the time to discover our facility. Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla is under the ownership of Mark and Vivian Mathias, Scarsdale parents who were impressed by their children's experience at Lightbridge Academy. We proudly serve Westchester County families and we are looking forward to create endless memories with hundreds of wonderful families! My name is Kirsty Broadnax and I am the Center Director for Lightbridge Academy Valhalla. I was born and raised in Queens New York. My family is from the south and as a child I had the privilege of spending every summer in Alabama with my extended family (“Roll Tide”). Once I was old enough for the Summer youth program I began my first job working as a Summer youth counselor and I loved it! When I graduated college in 2003, I was offered a teaching position in Maryland, where I taught for 10 years before moving back to New York in 2013. As a Center Director, I am passionate about facilitating strong parent partnerships, motivating cohesive teams, and creating environments where children can learn and grow. In my free time I enjoy cooking for my loved ones, traveling and serving in my community. I am extremely excited to be joining the Lightbridge team and I look forward to partnering with families and staff to ensure exceptional care for your children. The Mathias family are also proud owners of the Lightbridge Academy location in Scarsdale and are enthusiastic about expanding the Lightbridge Circle of Care to offer the same exceptional experience to families in Westchester. Understanding the challenges that working families encounter, they are ready to partner with you for the care and early education of your child. The center provides the flexibility of attendance for 2, 3, or 5 days a week, with extended hours as well, for children aged 6 weeks through Preschool/Pre-K. Call today to schedule your virtual or in-person tour. We are excited to meet you and welcome you to our Lightbridge Family!
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Upcoming Events
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January 29, 2025(1 event) January 29, 2025
Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate! Check out this link to find out how to talk with your children about the Lunar New Year: https://parents-together.org/a-fun-script-for-explaining-lunar-new-year-to-kids-2-2/ Follow us on Facebook to find out how we celebrated the Lunar New Year: Lightbridge Academy Valhalla | Valhalla NY | Facebook |
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February 1, 2025(2 events) February 1, 2025
Check out the book "Kid Chef Junior Bakes: My First Kids Baking Cookbook" by Charity Matthews for fun baking ideas. Also check out this website for some fun recipes: 21 Easy Baking Recipes for Kids Follow us on Facebook: Lightbridge Academy Valhalla | Valhalla NY | Facebook Every Monday we will be posting a fun recipe to make with your little one! February 1, 2025 Stop by the Valhalla Crossing Restaurant on February 1st from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Our administrative team and teachers are looking forward to mingling with our enrolled families and meeting potential new ones! We can't wait to see everyone there for an afternoon of appetizers and activities! Follow us on Facebook to find out about more events and learn more about us: Lightbridge Academy Valhalla | Valhalla NY | Facebook |
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February 14, 2025(1 event) February 14, 2025
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February 17, 2025(2 events) February 17, 2025
Teaching your child about this day can help them understand the role of the presidency and the values that have guided the country. Some activities to do today are watch a video on how the American presidency was invented, put on a President's Day puppet show, and write letters to the current president!
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February 26, 2025(1 event) February 26, 2025
Today is a perfect day to read fairy tales to your little ones and enjoy your favorite childhood tales. Some of our favorite fairytales are Cinderella, Snow White, The Little Mermaid, Little Red Riding Hood, and Sleeping Beauty. |
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Did you know the Home Baking Association designated February 1st as "Bake for Family Fun Month?" This month is dedicated to families spending time together in the kitchen, baking treats, and creating shared memories through the act of baking!
Check out this link for some fun crafts to make with your little ones: https://www.thebump.com/a/valentines-crafts-for-kids
Two books to read to your children that encourage kindness are "How Full Is Your Bucket" by Tom Rath and "Kindness Makes Us Strong" by Sophie Beer.
Our Next Event
- February 14, 2025 – Valentine's Day
- February 17, 2025 – Presidents Day
- February 17, 2025 – Random Acts of Kindness Day
- February 26, 2025 – National Tell a Fairy Tale Day
- December 4, 2025 – National Cookie Day
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I enroll my child in Lightbridge Academy at any time?
Yes. Enrollment at all Lightbridge Academy locations is ongoing as long as space is available.
Is there a minimum or maximum number of days per week my child can attend Lightbridge Academy?
All Lightbridge Academy locations are open Monday through Friday. Most programs are available from 2 to 5 days per week. Back-up care is available on a daily and space available basis.