Our Educational
Child Care Centers
Get to Know Us and Our
Child Care Centers
At Lightbridge Academy, your child is surrounded by love, guided with purpose, and inspired to learn.
Lightbridge Academy has established a reputation as The Solution for Working Families® by meeting their evolving needs for high quality early childhood education.
Since 1997, Lightbridge Academy’s educational child care centers have been a place where thousands of parents, children, staff, franchise owners, and communities have come together to form a trusted Circle of Care — the supportive relationships necessary for children and families to thrive. We protect this circle with a steadfast commitment to our core values, and by never forgetting that children are at the heart of everything we do.
Lightbridge Academy balances nurturing care with a unique early childhood education curriculum that helps children grow and develop right before our very eyes.
Gigi Schweikert
Chief Executive Officer
Hear From Our CEO and Founder
“From the first hello of the day, to its last good-bye, we ensure every child feels safe, nurtured and excited to learn and grow with us. We’re your trusted partner in the development and education of your child. We go beyond what’s expected, creating a one-of-a-kind educational experience for the children we care for and the families who cherish them.”
Our Beginning
“My wife Julia & I are parents of three sons and eight grandchildren. We know first-hand the struggles of the working parent. Which is why we made it our mission to provide the kind of support, education and care that cannot be found anywhere else in the child care industry. Through the years, countless working parents have included us as part of their extended family, relying on us to help them meet the challenges of balancing work and parenting.”
Founder
Our Child Care Center’s Philosophy
Lightbridge Academy’s educational child care centers are built on a foundation of family values that shine through to illuminate the very best within each of us. Our children, parents, staff, community, and franchise owners all come together as a family to contribute to and benefit from a trusted Circle of Care, where we embrace the potential of today and explore the promise of tomorrow.
Child
At the heart of our Circle of Care is the child. Surrounded by care, guidance, and our staff’s early childhood education expertise, no area of a child’s safety or development is left to chance.
Parents
The needs of working parents are equally important as the care and education of their children. We strive to earn your trust and create a meaningful relationship with you; one that will help you meet the challenges of balancing work and life.
Staff
Our team stays deeply engaged, grows with us, and remains within the Circle of Care for the long term. Everyone, from teachers to administrators, is selected with great care; they must live our core values and be inspired by the transformative role we all play in the lives of children.
Community
Our relationships extend beyond the four walls of our child care centers through supportive partnerships and participation within the communities we serve. Our goal is to be a valuable asset to every community.
Owners
Lightbridge Academy franchise owners are carefully chosen. Franchisees must share our core values and understanding of the transformative role they play in the lives of all staff and families.
Our Vision
Transform the lives of all families by treating them as a part of our own.
Our Mission
Illuminate young minds while helping everyone in our Circle of Care along life’s journey.
Our Core Values
Our core values are driven by a desire to nurture and develop meaningful relationships with all members of the Lightbridge Academy family, never forgetting that C-H-I-L-D-R-E-N are at the center of why we are all gathered together.
C-H-I-L-D-R-E-N
Care Deeply
Care deeply with every genuine interaction
Happiness
Create happy memories in joyful environment
Integrity
Be honest and respectful in all relationships
Lead by example
Set the example for all others to follow
Deliver
Consistent “WOW” customer service
Relationships and Recognition
Build meaningful relationships while recognizing accomplishment
Excellence
Never settle for “good enough” by continuously improving and embracing change
Nurture
Nurture each family member in a supportive and positive environment
CLEAN – Ongoing throughout the day and every evening
Our facilities follow clear guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing classrooms, including frequently touched surfaces and toys, throughout the day and in the evening.
SANITIZE – Continuous air purification and filtration system
To go above and beyond the health and safety requirements for any child care system, our educational child care centers use an enhanced air purification and filtration system with advanced oxidation technology. Similar in design to what is used in healthcare, food processing plants, and other highly sensitive environments, this system continuously purifies the air and sterilizes all visible surfaces. This significantly reduces infectious airborne pathogens, including COVID-19, by purifying the air and removing airborne particulates through HEPA filters.
SECURE – State-of-the-art security and entry systems
Our state-of-the-art technology helps to ensure that Lightbridge Academy’s child care centers are safe and secure. From facial recognition to silent alarms to internal video monitoring and limited points of entry, our security system, emergency drills, and protocols are some of the most advanced in the industry.
TRAINED – Certified staff in CPR and first aid
It’s not enough for just a few staff members to be CPR and first aid certified. Everyone must obtain an active certification. In addition, every staff member must meet or exceed state-mandated educational requirements and pass thorough background checks to ensure safety for all.
INSPECTED – Lightbridge Quality Assurance Program
TRANSPARENT – Secure online video monitoring
Stay connected to your child throughout the day from work or home. Our ParentView® Internet monitoring system enables you to see your child in real-time over a secure, password-protected internet connection.
Innovators in
Educational Child Care
Our educational child care centers take a forward-thinking approach, leading to innovative technologies that enhance communication, health, safety, and security. We’re always looking for more effective ways to manage our centers, support our rich learning environment, and provide peace of mind to parents.
Some of those innovations include ParentView® Internet monitoring, a technology that enables families to stay connected throughout the day. Another being the Lightbridge Journey app, which sends families pictures and videos with real time reports and milestone updates.
Lightbridge Academy’s top priority has always been a healthy and safe environment for all those in our Circle of Care to love, learn, and thrive. Our Lightbridge Promise is the gold standard in the child care industry for cleanliness, security and peace of mind.
Become Part of Our
Child Care Centers
Love what you do every day! Bring your talent, love of children, and gift of discovery to our family. Learn more about our current opportunities today.