Franchise Business News: Lightbridge Academy Earns Top Franchise Honors

January 22, 2025

Lightbridge Academy is proud to kick off 2025 with three prestigious franchise industry recognitions: the Franchise Satisfaction Award, a #179 ranking on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list, and a spot on Franchise Times’ Fast & Serious list. These honors underscore the brand’s growth, strong franchisee support, and commitment to providing quality early childhood education within its child care centers. Following a successful 2024 that saw the brand’s expansion into new markets, including Phoenix and Jacksonville, Lightbridge Academy looks forward to continued growth in 2025, continuing to be The Solution for Working Families.

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Childcare and Early Education Center Opens in Berks

Jun 5, 2025

Lightbridge Academy, a leading child care and early education franchise, has opened a new center in Wyomissing, offering programs for children from six weeks to pre-kindergarten. The recent grand opening celebrated the brand’s continued growth and commitment to...

Q&A with Rebecca Grovenstein, Multi-Unit Franchise Owner

May 23, 2025

Multi-unit Lightbridge Academy franchise owner Rebecca Grovenstein shares how her background in education and her husband's business expertise led them to open two child care centers in North Carolina. In this Q&A, she discusses the importance of trust and values...