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Take Interstate 5 to Exit 39 for Manchester Avenue. Turn left onto Manchester Ave for about 2 minutes. Take the first right to stay on Manchester Avenue for about 3 minutes. The next traffic light will be Encinitas Blvd. You will see The Original Pancake House on the Right. You want to take a left on Encinitas Blvd. and our school is located on the right.

The Academy at Bright Horizons

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About Our Staff

The Academy teachers are nurturers as well as educators, they encourages learning through exploration, and understand the balance between what a child needs to feel safe and what they require to reach  their potential. Your child’s teacher is your partner. At The Academy, families and teachers work together --celebrating successes, navigating challenges, and communicating daily about your child’s achievements and goals.

Meet Our Teachers

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  • Name: Ms. Carolyn
  • I Teach: The Two Year Olds
  • Teaching Since: 1986
  • I love teaching children because: children are so much fun to be around
  • Favorite Children's Book: Blueberries for Sal by Robert McClowsky and I am Small by Emma Dodd
  • Name: Ms. Cindy
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 1995
  • I love teaching children because: To me teaching is all about creativity and responsibility. I enjoy teaching because it is a lifetime of learning. I learn everyday something new about my students. My goal as a teacher is to create and provide a comfortable learning environment for all students that enter my classroom.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Recently I have enjoyed two "Pete The Cat" & "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom". Both books are simple and entertaining. It positively invites children to chant along with me. Plus it's lively and rhythmic.
  • Name: Ms. Ralene
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2000
  • I love teaching children because: they are fun, loving, and curious learners. It truly is a rewarding feeling to know that I can make a difference in a child's life.
  • Favorite Children's Book: We All Sing With The Same Voice
  • Name: Ms. Jessica
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 1994
  • I love teaching children because: I love watching the smile on their face and their excitement when they learn new things
  • Favorite Children's Book: Munchworks
  • Name: Ms. Chloe
  • I Teach: Pre-Kindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2011
  • I love teaching children because: I like interacting with them and seeing them grow and knowing that I helped them blossom.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Rainbow Fish
  • Name: Ms. Allison
  • I Teach: Pre-Kindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2002
  • I love teaching children because: I love getting the children excited about school and learning. For a lot of children this will be their first school experience and I want to create a fun, interesting and positive environment that encourages them to want to learrn and love school!
  • Favorite Children's Book: Guess How Much I Love You
  • Name: Ms. Kim
  • I Teach: Jr. Kindergarten- Math and Science
  • Teaching Since: 2007
  • I love teaching children because: Their growing minds fascinate me. I love watching them learn and figuring things out.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Oh the Places You'll Go!
  • Name: Ms. Sabrinae
  • I Teach: Jr. Kindergarten- Language Arts
  • Teaching Since: 2005
  • I love teaching children because: They are so eager to learn.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Love You Forever, By Robert Munsch
  • Name: Ms. Tracey
  • I Teach: Art in The Starry Night Studio
  • Teaching Since: 1991
  • I love teaching children because: they are so open to learning everything! My greatest reward is when a child is able to identify a famous masterpiece.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Micawber" by John Lithgow It's about a squirrel artist who uses his tail as a paintbrush!
  • Name: Ms. Amy
  • I Teach: All ages
  • Teaching Since: 1997
  • I love teaching children because: I love teaching because it's incredibly rewarding to be a catalyst for children making discoveries and helping them develop a deep love for learning.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein

Administration

  • Name: Jennifer Peterson

    Position: Director

    In Education Since: 1995

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: We believe in striving for excellence in the field of early childhood education. We create a loving and nurturing environment where all our teachers, children, and parents feel welcome and supported.

    Favorite Children's Book: Guess How Much I Love You

  • Name: Terry Burke

    Position: Director of Admissions

    In Education Since: 1970

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: Its one of the top 100 Fortune companies to work for.

    Favorite Children's Book: The Lorax

  • Name: Kim Agnos

    Position: Admin Assistant

    In Education Since: 2007

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: they support my ideas and provide me with the tools to grow.

    Favorite Children's Book: Oh the Places You'll Go