Make a difference in early education and child care
$109.88B
Child care is expected to become a $109.88B industry by 2033.
200+
Lightbridge Academy has over 200 child care franchises either open or under development, with prime child care franchise opportunities still available!
From our founding in 1997, Lightbridge Academy has been a leader in early education and child care. Our mission to illuminate young minds while helping everyone in our Circle of Care along life’s journey is achieved through our brand’s core values and Circle of Care philosophy, which brings parents, children, franchise owners, staff members and entire communities together to support and enrich the health, well-being, and education of children.
We launched our child care franchise system in 2011 and currently have over 200 child care centers open, under construction, or in development across the U.S.
Core values shape every decision. Franchisees benefit from a culture of collaboration, open access to leadership, and a structure that supports work-life balance.
A proven model that offers a clear path to multi-unit ownership, with greenfield opportunity, a 4% royalty fee,** and a recurring revenue stream that drives a $2.64M AUV and $406K EBITDA.*
Franchisees receive 262 total hours of support, ongoing coaching, and 24/7 access to an AI business reporting and information platform.
A recognized name in educational child care, with 28 years of experience, 200 centers open or in development, and numerous industry awards.
Child care is a meaningful and enriching industry that’s also recession resilient. Lightbridge Academy is an essential resource for families who need to balance the demands of work and raising children. The need for quality child care has never been greater, and the demand is only growing.
Lightbridge Academy stands out among child care franchise opportunities for many different reasons, including our industry-leading technology, refined business model, proven system, high-quality curriculum, hands-on training, and ongoing support. We have turned an unparalleled body of knowledge, insight, and guidance into an experience that is exactly what families are looking for and what children need. Better yet, we’ve created a business model for franchisees to follow and bring Lightbridge Academy into their community.
The Lightbridge Academy culture is built on a foundation of family values. Our team works hard to bring parents, children, staff members, the community, and franchise owners together as a family to create a trusted Circle of Care. We believe that nothing is more important in a society than the care and education of children, and nothing is more gratifying that the nurturing relationships franchisees build with the families they support.
We have created and refined our business model over the past three decades. Our detailed process helps franchisees to succeed, avoid the pitfalls of starting from scratch, and navigate the challenges of operating independently. As Lightbridge Academy grows and expands, we are excited to partner with qualified professionals looking for a career that provides a strong sense of purpose, work-life balance, personal fulfillment, and financial reward.
$250K
minimum liquid assets
$750K
minimum net worth
If you’re looking to make a difference in your community, Lightbridge Academy has identified available territories in markets all over the country that are primed for scalable franchise growth.
In 2019, Greg and Dina Hamwi opened the doors of their Lightbridge Academy child care franchise in Shrewsbury, New Jersey. Their goal? Raising the bar for education in their community.
“Children thrive and develop in different ways, so it’s our goal to cultivate a stimulating environment that expands their innate abilities through various learning areas,” said Dina. “Our educators encourage children with a ‘learning is fun’ philosophy through play and positive reinforcement and build upon the skills they acquire at various ages.”
Lightbridge Academy Franchise Owners
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