Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Early Childhood Education & Care
Rainbow Academy has been dedicated to early childhood education since 1997, establishing itself as The Solution for Working Families. Our proprietary curriculum fosters academic, social, and emotional development while our Circle of Care philosophy ensures every child feels safe, nurtured, and inspired to learn. We combine innovative technology like ParentView monitoring with rigorous safety protocols, including state-of-the-art air purification and 100% CPR-certified staff. With unannounced quality inspections and a commitment to exceeding state licensing requirements, we maintain the highest standards in cleanliness, security, and transparency. Our team of educators undergoes thorough background checks and continuous professional development to deliver consistent excellence.The Lightbridge Promise represents our unwavering dedication to creating environments where children thrive and families find peace of mind. Through strategic franchise partnerships, we extend our mission to communities nationwide while maintaining core values centered on child development. Our 25+ years of experience demonstrate that quality childcare requires both nurturing care and educational rigor. We measure success through the trust of working families who rely on us to balance their professional and parenting responsibilities.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Education
Pre-K Preparation
Kindergarten Services
Back-Up Care
Summer Camps
Corporate Childcare
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialized expertise in early childhood education
- Proprietary curriculum developed with child development experts
- Real-time monitoring technology for parental connectivity
- 100% CPR and first-aid certified staff with background checks
- Advanced air purification systems exceeding healthcare standards
What people say
Safe environment
Real-time communication
Curriculum excellence
Dedicated staff
Developmental focus
Services
Infant Care
Our infant programs provide personalized attention in a nurturing environment designed for children 6 weeks to 12 months. Certified caregivers follow individualized routines for feeding, sleeping, and developmental activities. Daily sensory experiences promote motor skills and early cognitive development while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Preschool Education
Structured preschool curriculum prepares children for kindergarten through play-based learning. Focus areas include literacy, numeracy, social skills, and creative expression. Small class sizes ensure individualized attention while interactive activities foster curiosity and problem-solving abilities in a secure environment.
Summer Camps
Themed summer camps for ages 3-12 combine educational activities with recreational fun. Daily STEM projects, arts & crafts, and outdoor play occur in temperature-controlled facilities with enhanced safety measures. Age-appropriate programming maintains learning continuity during school breaks.
Back-Up Care
Flexible backup childcare solutions for working parents during school closures or unexpected schedule changes. Available at select locations with advance registration. Maintains same safety standards and educational programming as regular programs.
Corporate Childcare
Customizable childcare services for businesses seeking onsite or near-site solutions. Designed to improve employee satisfaction through convenient access to quality care. Includes infant through school-age programming with dedicated staff and security systems.
People
Gigi Schweikert
Chief Executive Officer
Gigi Schweikert leads Rainbow Academy with over 25 years of experience in early childhood education. She champions innovative programming while maintaining the company's founding mission of supporting working families through quality childcare solutions.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide programs for infants (6 weeks+) through kindergarten-age children, plus summer camps for older kids.
How do you ensure child safety?
We use facial recognition entry systems, HEPA air filtration, daily sanitization protocols, and 100% CPR-certified staff with background checks.
Can parents monitor activities remotely?
Yes, our ParentView system allows secure real-time video monitoring and the Lightbridge Journey app provides daily updates.
Are part-time care options available?
We offer flexible scheduling including full-time care, backup options, and summer camp programs.
Do you provide meals and supplies?
Daily meals, snacks, and educational materials are included in tuition with state-compliant nutrition standards.
How do you support child development?
Our proprietary curriculum combines play-based learning with structured activities targeting cognitive, social, and motor skill development.
