Daycare & Preschool in Valhalla, NY

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Welcome to Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla, NY! We look forward to meeting you and introducing you to our brand new, state-of-the-art childcare center. We pride ourselves on being more than just a daycare, 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!

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26 Legion Dr.
Valhalla, NY 10595

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914-587-7607

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Welcome to Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla, NY! 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 creating endless memories with hundreds of wonderful families!

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 Academy Family!

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Events in April 2025

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	1 April Fool's Day April 1, 2025 April Fools' Day, celebrated on April 1st, is a day for playful pranks, jokes, and tricks. It's all about having fun and surprising people with harmless, humorous antics. Whether you're planning to prank friends, family, or coworkers, it's important to keep it light-hearted and in good spirits. Here are some ideas for April Fools' pranks: Soap That Won’t Lather What to do: Cover a bar of soap with clear nail polish. When someone tries to use it, it won’t lather up. Why it works: It's an everyday item that will confuse them without causing any harm. Color Changing Milk What to do: Add a few drops of food coloring to a bottle of milk. When someone pours a glass of milk, they'll get a colorful surprise! Why it works: It’s fun and harmless, and the look on their face will be priceless! "Broken" TV Remote What to do: Put a piece of opaque tape over the sensor of a TV remote. When someone tries to use it, they’ll think the remote is broken. Why it works: It’s a low-key prank that can confuse someone for a while. Frozen Cereal What to do: Prepare a bowl of cereal the night before, pour milk on top, and then freeze it overnight. The next morning, serve it up to someone. Why it works: They’ll try to dig into their breakfast but will be completely confused when the spoon won’t go through! iCal Google Calendar	2	3	4	5	6 National Pajama Day April 6, 2025 National Pajama Day is a fun event where kids can enjoy being cozy and participate in activities that bring out their creativity and comfort! Here are some fun ideas for kids to celebrate National Pajama Day: 1. Pajama Parade Have the kids dress in their favorite pajamas and create a "Pajama Parade" around the school or home. Let them walk around and show off their cute or silly PJs. 2. Storytime in Pajamas Set up a cozy reading nook with pillows and blankets and have a story time where everyone wears their pajamas. You can read a favorite bedtime story or even ask the kids to share their favorite stories with each other. 3. Pajama Crafting Have a craft station where kids can create their own pajama-themed crafts, like decorating sleep masks, making pillowcase art, or even designing their dream pajamas on paper. 4. Pillow Fight If it's safe and space allows, organize a soft and friendly pillow fight to get some giggles out. It’s a fun way to enjoy the comfy vibes of Pajama Day. 5. Pajama Dance Party Play some fun music and have a pajama dance-off! Let kids show off their best dance moves while wearing their favorite comfy PJs. 6. PJ Bingo or Scavenger Hunt Create a special Pajama Day Bingo card or scavenger hunt with cozy-themed items (like slippers, hot cocoa, teddy bears) and have the kids race around to find them. 7. Build a Fort Encourage kids to build a cozy fort out of blankets and pillows in a designated area. They can hang out in their fort, tell stories, and even have snacks inside. 8. Movie Marathon Set up a cozy movie area with blankets and snacks. Let the kids watch some kid-friendly movies while lounging in their pajamas. 9. Pajama Fashion Show Have a mini fashion show where the kids can walk the "runway" in their best pajamas, maybe even with a funny twist like adding accessories or crazy hats. 10. Hot Cocoa Bar Set up a hot cocoa station with toppings like marshmallows, whipped cream, and sprinkles. Let the kids enjoy some warm drinks in their pajamas for an extra cozy feel. iCal Google Calendar, 10:00 am: Spring Fling Event! 10:00 am – 12:00 pm April 6, 2025 🌸🐰 Join Us for a Spring Celebration! 🐰🌸 Hop into the season with us and Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce! Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled Spring Fling Event featuring: ✨ Meet the Easter Bunny 🐇 🎨 Egg Decorating 🎉 Exciting Games & Activities 🍪 Refreshments to keep you energized 📸Professional photographer, Donna Mueller, will be here to take pictures of your little one with the Easter Bunny! Don't miss out on the springtime fun — we can't wait to celebrate with you! iCal Google Calendar
7	8	9 National Unicorn Day April 9, 2025 National Unicorn Day is a magical celebration that can be fun and engaging for kids. Here are some creative ideas to make the day special: Unicorn Slime: Make colorful, sparkly unicorn-themed slime using glue, baking soda, contact solution, and glitter. Unicorn Fruit Salad: Make a rainbow-colored fruit salad using fruits like strawberries, oranges, bananas, kiwis, blueberries, and grapes. Pin the Horn on the Unicorn: A fun twist on the classic "Pin the Tail on the Donkey." Blindfold kids and have them try to pin a horn onto a poster of a unicorn. Read Unicorn Books: Gather some fun unicorn-themed books, like Uni the Unicorn or How to Catch a Unicorn and have a reading session. iCal Google Calendar	10	11 National Pet Day April 11, 2025 National Pet Day is a fun and heartwarming day to celebrate our furry, scaly, or feathered friends! Here are a few ideas for kids to celebrate National Pet Day: Donate to Animal Shelters Teach kids the value of kindness by helping others. They can donate toys, food, or blankets to an animal shelter, or even make pet-friendly items to donate. Volunteer with Pets If you can, take your kids to volunteer at a local animal shelter or pet adoption center. This helps kids understand the importance of caring for animals and gives them a hands-on way to celebrate. Give Your Pet Extra Love National Pet Day is all about showing pets how much you care! Spend extra time with your pets, give them treats, and make them feel extra special. iCal Google Calendar	12	13
14 Spring Family Fun Event April 14, 2025 – April 17, 2025 🎉 Spring Family Fun Event 😄 Hey, families! Want to make the most of Spring Break? Come by Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla for a week full of smiles, sunshine, and outdoor fun for kids of all ages! 📅 When: April 14th - 17th ⏰ Time: 10:00 - 2:00 📍 Where: 26 Legion Drive Valhalla, NY 10595 There will be: 🎨 Creative arts & crafts 🤸‍♀️ Outdoor play 🥤Light refreshments Bring the whole family for some fresh air and fun memories! Don’t forget to bring your smiles and energy! We can't wait to see you there! 🌞 iCal Google Calendar	15 Spring Family Fun Event April 14, 2025 – April 17, 2025 🎉 Spring Family Fun Event 😄 Hey, families! Want to make the most of Spring Break? Come by Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla for a week full of smiles, sunshine, and outdoor fun for kids of all ages! 📅 When: April 14th - 17th ⏰ Time: 10:00 - 2:00 📍 Where: 26 Legion Drive Valhalla, NY 10595 There will be: 🎨 Creative arts & crafts 🤸‍♀️ Outdoor play 🥤Light refreshments Bring the whole family for some fresh air and fun memories! Don’t forget to bring your smiles and energy! We can't wait to see you there! 🌞 iCal Google Calendar	16 Spring Family Fun Event April 14, 2025 – April 17, 2025 🎉 Spring Family Fun Event 😄 Hey, families! Want to make the most of Spring Break? Come by Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla for a week full of smiles, sunshine, and outdoor fun for kids of all ages! 📅 When: April 14th - 17th ⏰ Time: 10:00 - 2:00 📍 Where: 26 Legion Drive Valhalla, NY 10595 There will be: 🎨 Creative arts & crafts 🤸‍♀️ Outdoor play 🥤Light refreshments Bring the whole family for some fresh air and fun memories! Don’t forget to bring your smiles and energy! We can't wait to see you there! 🌞 iCal Google Calendar, National Banana Day April 16, 2025 National Banana Day is a fun day dedicated to honoring one of the world's most popular fruits: the banana! The day is all about enjoying bananas in various forms, whether eating them on their own, adding them to a smoothie, or trying creative recipes. Here's a classic banana bread recipe that's easy to make and delicious! It's perfect for using up ripe bananas. Ingredients: 2 to 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1/3 cup melted butter 1 teaspoon baking soda Pinch of salt 3/4 cup sugar (you can adjust this based on how sweet you like it) 1 large egg, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Instructions: Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. Mash the bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth (a few small lumps are fine). Mix the wet ingredients: Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas. Then add the beaten egg, vanilla extract, and sugar. Mix until well combined. Add the dry ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir it in. Then add the flour, mixing just until everything is combined. Be careful not to overmix; it can make the bread dense. Pour into the pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts browning too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil. Cool: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Tips: If you like, you can add chocolate chips, nuts (like walnuts or pecans), or cinnamon for extra flavor. Overripe bananas work best since they’re sweeter and mash easily. Enjoy your delicious banana bread! 🍌🍞 iCal Google Calendar	17 Spring Family Fun Event April 14, 2025 – April 17, 2025 🎉 Spring Family Fun Event 😄 Hey, families! Want to make the most of Spring Break? Come by Lightbridge Academy of Valhalla for a week full of smiles, sunshine, and outdoor fun for kids of all ages! 📅 When: April 14th - 17th ⏰ Time: 10:00 - 2:00 📍 Where: 26 Legion Drive Valhalla, NY 10595 There will be: 🎨 Creative arts & crafts 🤸‍♀️ Outdoor play 🥤Light refreshments Bring the whole family for some fresh air and fun memories! Don’t forget to bring your smiles and energy! We can't wait to see you there! 🌞 iCal Google Calendar	18 School Closed April 18, 2025 iCal Google Calendar	19	20
21	22 Earth Day April 22, 2025 Check out some family-friendly ideas to celebrate Earth Day: 1. Plant Trees or a Garden Planting trees or starting a garden is one of the most direct ways to give back to the Earth. Kids will love the hands-on experience of planting seeds and watching them grow over time. 2. Clean Up a Local Park or Beach Organize a family clean-up in your local park, beach, or neighborhood. It’s a great way to help keep the environment clean and instill a sense of responsibility in kids. 3. Recycling Crafts Get creative by using recycled materials to make crafts! Old bottles, cans, cardboard, and other items can be turned into art projects, toys, or useful items for the house. 4. Learn About the Environment Take the day to teach your kids about the planet, animals, and ecosystems. You can watch documentaries, read books, or visit a museum or zoo that focuses on environmental conservation. 5. Nature Walk or Hike Spend time outside, observing the beauty of nature. Take a walk, hike, or even go for a bike ride, and talk about the different plants and animals you see. 6. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Challenge Have a family challenge to reduce waste and reuse items in new ways. For example, you could turn old clothes into rags or repurpose glass jars as storage containers. 7. Go Paperless or Use Eco-Friendly Products Use Earth Day to kickstart habits like going paperless at home, switching to reusable shopping bags, or choosing eco-friendly cleaning products. 8. Earth Day Storytime Read books with your kids that focus on the importance of nature and taking care of the planet. There are many children's books about Earth Day and conservation, such as The Earth Book by Todd Parr. 9. Build a Birdhouse or Create a Wildlife Habitat Building a birdhouse or creating a small wildlife habitat in your backyard (with plants, food, and water sources) is a fun way to support local wildlife. 10. Sustainable Eating Celebrate by having a meal with locally grown, organic, or plant-based ingredients. Talk about how sustainable eating helps the planet. iCal Google Calendar	23 National Picnic Day 12:00 am – 1:00 am April 23, 2025 Here are some fun and creative picnic ideas for National Picnic Day: Dessert Picnic Food: Bring a selection of desserts—cupcakes, cookies, brownies, fruit tarts, and chocolate-covered strawberries. Drinks: Hot cocoa or iced coffee. Activity: Have a "dessert tasting" and rate the treats. Maybe even add a photo booth to capture some fun moments! Family-Friendly Picnic Food: Kid-friendly options like chicken tenders, fruit kabobs, veggie sticks with dip, and cookies. Drinks: Juice boxes, lemonade, or flavored water. Activity: Bring along outdoor games like sack races, tug-of-war, or a scavenger hunt. Classic Picnic Basket Food: Sandwiches (think classic PB&J or turkey and cheese), fresh fruits (grapes, strawberries), cheese and crackers, chips, and a simple salad. Drinks: Lemonade, iced tea, or sparkling water in a cute thermos or mason jars. Activity: Bring a frisbee or a ball for some outdoor games or enjoy a good book in the sunshine. iCal Google Calendar	24	25	26	27
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April 14, 2025 – April 17, 2025 – Spring Family Fun Event
April 16, 2025 – National Banana Day
April 18, 2025 – School Closed
April 22, 2025 – Earth Day
– 1:00 am, April 23, 2025 – National Picnic Day

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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.

How will I be informed about my child's progress at Lightbridge Academy?

Effective communication happens on an ongoing and daily basis through our parent eCommunication app. You will receive ongoing and daily reports detailing important classroom announcements, reminders, photos, and videos so you won’t miss a thing! It is also a great tool for doctor visits helping to keep track of important information such as what your child ate, how they slept and even potty details. In addition, teachers will track your child’s development by taking observation notes based on our curriculum. We review this information with you twice a year at our Parent Teacher conferences. Of course, directors and teachers are always available to speak with you at any time.

What is the average adult to child ratio at most Lightbridge Academy locations?

Each Lightbridge Academy center meets or exceeds state regulations regarding adult to child ratios. You can rest assured that your child will receive an abundance of attention from trained and caring early childhood professionals.

26 Legion Dr.
Valhalla, NY 10595

P 914-587-7607

Monday – Friday
6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

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Daycare & Preschool in Valhalla, NY

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26 Legion Dr.Valhalla, NY 10595

914-587-7607

A Message From Us

Schedule a Tour

CONTACT INFORMATION

TELL US MORE

Upcoming Events

Events in April 2025

Soap That Won’t Lather

Color Changing Milk

"Broken" TV Remote

Frozen Cereal

1. Pajama Parade

2. Storytime in Pajamas

3. Pajama Crafting

4. Pillow Fight

5. Pajama Dance Party

6. PJ Bingo or Scavenger Hunt

7. Build a Fort

8. Movie Marathon

9. Pajama Fashion Show

10. Hot Cocoa Bar

Donate to Animal Shelters

Volunteer with Pets

Give Your Pet Extra Love

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Tips:

1. Plant Trees or a Garden

2. Clean Up a Local Park or Beach

3. Recycling Crafts

4. Learn About the Environment

5. Nature Walk or Hike

6. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Challenge

7. Go Paperless or Use Eco-Friendly Products

8. Earth Day Storytime

9. Build a Birdhouse or Create a Wildlife Habitat

10. Sustainable Eating

Dessert Picnic

Family-Friendly Picnic

Classic Picnic Basket

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Can I enroll my child in Lightbridge Academy at any time?

Is there a minimum or maximum number of days per week my child can attend Lightbridge Academy?

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26 Legion Dr.Valhalla, NY 10595

P 914-587-7607

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26 Legion Dr.
Valhalla, NY 10595

26 Legion Dr.
Valhalla, NY 10595

Monday – Friday
6:30 AM – 6:30 PM