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Directions to Bright Horizons at the Esplanade From the North: Take 355 South to the Butterfield Road exit. Exit Butterfield Road West. After about one block turn Left into the Esplanade Office Park (Woodcreek Dr.) Almost immediately turn left onto Lacey Road. End at 3400 Lacey Road (If you pass the Sara Lee building you have gone too far.) From the South: Take Belmont Road North. Belmont Road turns into Finley Road. Turn Left onto Lacey Road (traffic light) Just past the Sara Lee building turn left onto Woodcreek Turn left into the parking lot. From the West: Take Ogden Road East to Finley (Belmont) Turn Left onto Finley. Turn Left onto Lacey Road (traffic light) Just past the Sara Lee building turn left onto Woodcreek Turn left into the parking lot. From the East: Take Ogden Road to Finley (Belmont) Turn Right onto Finley Turn Left onto Lacey Road (traffic light) Just past the Sara Lee building turn left onto Woodcreek Turn left into the parking lot.

Bright Horizons at The Esplanade

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  • Address: 3400 Lacey Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
  • Phone: 630-852-0250
  • Hours of Operation: M-F: 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
  • Ages Served: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, School Age

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About Our Staff

A Bright Horizons teacher is a nurturer as well as an educator, someone who encourages learning through exploration, and who understands the balance between what a child needs to feel safe and what she requires to reach her potential. Your child’s teacher is your partner. At Bright Horizons, families and teachers work together --celebrating successes, navigating challenges, and communicating daily about your child’s achievements and goals. 

Bright Horizons at the Esplanade is proud to have well educated, well experienced teachers in all of our programs.  All of our teachers have their eCDA, Associates degree or Bachelors degree in the field of Education!  In our preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten programs, our teachers ALL have their Bachelor's degree in Education with a teaching certificate.  We are also proud to have 8 of our teachers who have been at Bright Horizons at the Esplanade for over 10 years!

Meet Our Teachers

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  • Name: Anne
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 2010
  • I love teaching children because: It's so rewarding to watch children grow and learn everyday.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Dandelion
  • Name: Heather
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 1999
  • I love teaching children because: I enjoy watching children grow and learn new milestones.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Time for Bed
  • Name: Karen
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 1994
  • I love teaching children because: The children are so curious and interested in everything. Everyday for them is new and challenging. There are so many firsts for them to explore and learn. The children make this job so rewarding.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Corduroy
  • Name: Carlee
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 2007
  • I love teaching children because: the centers are very high quality and supportive of children and families.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Good Night Moon
  • Name: Ardelia
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 1995
  • I love teaching children because: It gives me the opportunity to observe how they learn through play.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Kissing Hand
  • Name: Janelle
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2003
  • I love teaching children because: I get to watch them grow and learn everyday.
  • Favorite Children's Book: We're Going on a Bear Hunt.
  • Name: Cheri
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2011
  • I love teaching children because: I love watching them discover and learn new things.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Little Engine that Could
  • Name: Flora
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2005
  • I love teaching children because: I love watching the excitement in their faces with everything new they learn.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Good Night Moon
  • Name: Jill
  • I Teach: Two's
  • Teaching Since: 2004
  • I love teaching children because: I love being a part of their lives and helping children learn.
  • Favorite Children's Book: If You Give a Pig a Pancake
  • Name: LaRhonda
  • I Teach: Two's
  • Teaching Since: 1995
  • I love teaching children because: it brings joy to me.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
  • Name: Erin
  • I Teach: Two's
  • Teaching Since: 2011
  • I love teaching children because: I love to watch children use all their senses as they explore the world around them and experience things for the first time.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom; Oh, the Places You Will Go
  • Name: Jessica
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2012
  • I love teaching children because: everyday brings a new, fun experience. Child development simply amazes me!
  • Favorite Children's Book: Winnie-the-Pooh
  • Name: Margaret
  • I Teach: Music Teacher & Center Support Staff
  • Teaching Since: 1998
  • I love teaching children because: I love children and love to help them learn and grow.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Monster at the End of this Book; The Pooh Stories; Don and Audrey Wood
  • Name: Ashley
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2012
  • I love teaching children because: I enjoy watching them grow and discover new things.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Rainbow Fish
  • Name: Courtney
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2012
  • I love teaching children because: I love seeing their growth and creativity. They teach me as much as I teach them.
  • Favorite Children's Book: "Where the Sidewalk Ends," and "Green Eggs and Ham"
  • Name: Justine
  • I Teach: Pre-Kindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2012
  • I love teaching children because: It is rewarding to watch the children grow and help them develop the skills they need to succeed.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Chrysanthemum
  • Name: Ashley
  • I Teach: Kindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2011
  • I love teaching children because: They are so anxious to expand their minds and learn about the world around them.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Ella the Elegant Elephant
  • Name: MaryJo
  • I Teach: Support Staff
  • Teaching Since: 1997
  • I love teaching children because: I want to make a difference in a child's life. I believe every child is unique. They have something special to offer.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Love You Forever
  • Name: Shree
  • I Teach: Summer Camp & Support Staff
  • Teaching Since: 2006
  • I love teaching children because: I love experiencing the uniqueness of each child.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Green Eggs and Ham
  • Name: Sandi
  • I Teach: Support Staff
  • Teaching Since: 1993
  • I love teaching children because: It's very rewarding to be part of children learning new and challenging skills.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Kissing Hand
  • Name: Jackie
  • I Teach: Support Staff
  • Teaching Since: 2012
  • I love teaching children because: being around children is a great joy. Children are full of life and laughter that brings a smile to my face everyday.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree
  • Name: Lauren
  • I Teach: Support Staff
  • Teaching Since: 2012
  • I love teaching children because: It is rewarding to see how the experiences that I provide have a meaningful and positive influence on their growth and development.
  • Favorite Children's Book: the Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear"

Administration

  • Name: Jill

    Position: Assistant Director

    In Education Since: 2007

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: I feel that we are a vital part of each family that is at Bright Horizons at the Esplanade and each child's growth and education. The staff also care's for each other and supports one another as a family would. I wouldn't dream of being any where else.

    Favorite Children's Book: A Bad Case of Stripes

  • Name: Lauren

    Position: Education Coordinator

    In Education Since: 2012

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: I love interacting with the children and their families, and helping to provide a safe place where the children can learn, have fun, and be cared for in a nurturing environment. I love playing a role in the children's social and academic development. I truly look forward to coming to work each day.

    Favorite Children's Book: The Little Engine That Could