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Lightbridge of Elmsford

35 Valley Ave, Elmsford, NY 105234.7· 34 reviews
licensed capacity
120
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$325
year first licensed
2020

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About Lightbridge of Elmsford

Lightbridge of Elmsford is a licensed child care center in Elmsford, New York. The state has licensed it since September 24, 2020, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with drop-in care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAM

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: six weeks through school age
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and whether it accepts child care subsidies.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
120 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Mon-Fri 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks through school age
ProgramsDrop-in care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachSTEM / STEAM
CurriculumSeedlings® Early Childhood Education Curriculum
StaffFirst aid and CPR certified educators
Daily lifeExtended care: Extended pickup hours
SafetyTouchless entry system, Cameras / live video for parents (ParentView® internet monitoring (live video streaming))
Parent updatesParent app (Lightbridge Journey App; Momentpath e-communication system)
Licensed capacity120 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Lightbridge of Elmsford has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Westchester County has a median price of $325 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Westchester County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$325
Home daycare$300

Toddler

Center$300
Home daycare$290

Preschool

Center$293
Home daycare$275

School age

Center$250
Home daycare$250

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Lightbridge of Elmsford

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Day Care Center
Capacity
120 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2020
License number
#867029
See the state's record

Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 19, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 8 of 14 visits · 15 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Background checks 2
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1

For comparison: 79% of New York daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 4.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Aug 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      413.3(g)(3)(i) The Office shall require the child day care program to immediately post upon receipt, in a prominent place at the program that is visible to parents, a copy of the most recent compliance history report issued to the program by the Office.

  2. Jul 23, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      418-1.12(w) The program must obtain a written statement from the parent of each infant in care setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(a)(1) No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

    • Safe sleep

      418-1.7(o) Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the program where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 418-1.8 of this Subpart.

  3. May 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Feb 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Dec 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 15, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(h)(5)(iii) The parent must approve, in writing, the administration of the medication as prescribed by the health care provider and keep medications current;

    • Supervision and ratios

      418-1.8(k)(5)(i) for 4-year-old children: there must be one teacher for every eight children;

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratios

      418-1.8(k)(4)(i) for 3-year-old children: there must be one teacher for every seven children;

      Corrected during the visit

  8. Mar 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.14(b) Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

  9. Dec 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 17, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.5(s)(3) Egress doors from the center must be able to be opened from the inside without using a key. Child protective door knob covers may not be used on egress doors.

Show 4 earlier visits
  1. Oct 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.11(i)(12) Garbage receptacles must be covered, and cleaned as needed after emptying.

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Jul 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 16, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.14(b)(1) Any teacher, director, or volunteer who has not completed this training must not be left unsupervised with children in care until such time as the training has been completed.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.14(b) Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.5(b)(4) Each program must hold two shelter-in-place drills annually during which procedures and supplies are reviewed. Parents must be made aware of this drill in advance.

  4. Jan 22, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

      418-1.13(b)(6) Child day care centers must review and evaluate the backgrounds of all applicants for staff and volunteer positions. All applicants whose backgrounds must be checked are required to provide the following: The information necessary to complete the criminal history review and background clearance requirements as outlined in this Part. This information must be submitted to the Office on forms provided by the Office.

    • Background checks

      418-1.13(b)(3) Child day care centers must review and evaluate the backgrounds of all applicants for staff and volunteer positions. All applicants whose backgrounds must be checked are required to provide the following: a sworn statement by the applicant indicating whether, to the best of the applicant's knowledge, such applicant has ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony in New York State or any other jurisdiction and fingerprint images as required to comply with the requirements of 413.4 of this Title;

Copied from New York State Office of Children and Family Services on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Lightbridge of Elmsford

Is Lightbridge of Elmsford licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 24, 2020.

When was Lightbridge of Elmsford last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on August 19, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Lightbridge of Elmsford had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 8 of 14 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 79% of New York daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 4. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Lightbridge of Elmsford care for?

120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

What are Lightbridge of Elmsford's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Lightbridge of Elmsford cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (914) 347-1500 to ask.

What is Lightbridge of Elmsford's phone number?

(914) 347-1500.

Where is Lightbridge of Elmsford?

35 Valley Ave, Elmsford, NY 10523. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester NY, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: New York State Office of Children and Family Services (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).