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Lightbridge Academy Celebrates Groundbreaking for New Tampa, FL Location
Early Childhood Education Center Brings Their Circle of Care® Philosophy to Tampa Families
Tampa, FL - Tampa families will soon welcome a new early education option as Lightbridge Academy, The Solution for Working Families®, celebrated its official goundbreaking for its new Tampa center located at 9660 W Waters Ave. The upcoming location marks the growing franchise’s continued expansion across Florida and is expected to open in early 2026.
Franchise owner Hetal Shah, a Florida mother and longtime child development advocate, is bringing Lightbridge Academy’s signature Circle of Care® philosophy to the Tampa community. Her vision is to create a warm, collaborative space where families feel supported, connected, and confident in their child’s early learning experience.
As part of its commitment to supporting the local community, Lightbridge Academy made a $500 donation to New Life Organization, a local nonprofit that supports families recovering from homelessness. The contribution reflects the early childhood education center’s commitment to giving back and supporting local communities.
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“The Lightbridge Academy program creates a warm, enriching environment that seamlessly bridges the gap between home and school. Our cutting-edge technology sets the gold standard for health and safety in our centers, ensuring peace of mind for families. With the ParentView® internet monitoring system and the Lightbridge Journey App, parents can stay engaged in their child's daily experiences." said Craig Murray, Chief Development Officer at Lightbridge Academy. " At Lightbridge Academy, our unwavering commitment is to provide a safe, healthy, and nurturing space, paired with an innovative curriculum that empowers children to reach their full academic, social, and emotional potential.“
Lightbridge Academy centers are known for blending nurturing care with innovation. The new Tampa center will welcome children from six weeks through kindergarten and is part of Lightbridge Academy’s mission to support working families with safe, high-quality early education.
