What Child Care Looks Like Today
Child care has evolved to meet today's challenges. Though the protocols may be different, our philosophy remains the same: child care is still a place for childhood. See what a day at Bright Horizons is like.
MercyOne Child Development Center
Early Education & Preschool That's More than Daycare
Welcome! Our team of teachers is dedicated to providing an enriching experience for all ages and stages. The STEM Lab is the perfect place to experiment and explore, and the Music Exploration Room encourages creativity and imaginative play. Our outdoor gardening boxes allow little hands to dig in and explore their environment, and the Growing Readers nook is a cozy place to foster a love of literacy. Unstructured downtime is also important, and our Movement Matters Zone and expansive playgrounds provide plenty of room to run, jump, and play.
Michelle Meusburger - Center Director
Health, Safety, and Wellness at Our Center
Your child’s safety and wellness is our top priority. We continue to monitor state and local public health guidelines, look to our medical expert, and use our considerable experience to guide our health and safety practices. Our centers take important steps to ensure the very best for every child, and the Health and Wellness portion of our World at Their Fingertips® curriculum incorporates lessons about these essential topics into every classroom, every day.
Our Community
Our families come from nearby communities and organizations, including Downtown Des Moines, Mercy Hospital, and Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC.) Located near I-235 on 6th Ave., at a DART stop, we're easy to get to for drop-off and pick-up.
Meet Our Center Team
Michelle M.
I love Bright Horizons because: We always try to do the right thing! We can make a big impact in the small details of each person's day!
In education since: 2008
Lakeisha L.
I love Bright Horizons because: I am expired by how excited young children become when they have just accomplished a new skill or learned something new for the first time.
In education since: 2000
Jamie M.
I love teaching because: My favorite quote is from Ben Franklin, "Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I understand."
Teaching since: 2009
Julie T.
I love Bright Horizons because: I love witnessing a child's first discoveries as well as providing a nurturing environment.
In education since: 1990
Lori E.
I love teaching because: It's wonderful to watch them grow and flourish.
Teaching since: 1984
Barbara R.
I love teaching because: I love seeing the child's face when they realize they've learned something new.
Teaching since: 1999
Kristine T.
I love Bright Horizons because: Children learning through art and sensory projects
In education since: 1997
Tammy J.
I love teaching because: I can be professional, yet creative, silly, loving, spontanious and know that my children are happy and my parents appreciate me.
Teaching since: 1983
Amethyst S.
I love teaching because: I love helping in the development of children.
Teaching since: 2007
Shiloh B.
I love teaching because: I love to see the kids develop and grow and to see their expressions when trying something new.
Teaching since: 2000
Marcia C.
I love teaching because: I enjoy being with the kids and watching them grow and learn.
Teaching since: 1987
Leyda H.
I love teaching because: It is such a rewarding feeling to see how much they can learn and accomplish.
Teaching since: 1986
Nichcole V.
I love teaching because: I love to watch children grow and learn
Teaching since: 2000
Melissa W.
I love teaching because: Children brighten up my day by learning and exploring.
Teaching since: 2000
Raymond M.
I love Bright Horizons because: I love Bright Horizons because as a cook I get to participate in the upbringing of the children through the medium of nutrition!
In education since: 2009
Lorraine W.
I love teaching because: I love all the happy faces. The first year is very special and I am honored to be apart of it.
Teaching since: 2010
Ashley P.
I love Bright Horizons because: My favorite thing is the children's eagerness to learn and watching their imaginations blossom!
In education since: 2011
Danielle P.
I love teaching because: It's such an amazing feeling helping them learn!
Teaching since: 2015
Ma Luisa L.
I love teaching because: I love being a teacher because it makes me happy and excited to see young children's developmental progress.
Teaching since: 2015
Manal A.
I love teaching because: I love teaching the children the ABC's and reading to them!
Teaching since: 2016
Kelsey V.
I love teaching because: I love to watch children learn new things and their joy and curiosity during the process of learning new things.
Teaching since: 2016
Brandi R.
I love Bright Horizons because: I get to see the children grow physically and developmentally.
In education since: 2018
Delaney B.
I love teaching because: I love watching as they take in new information, and then test it out!
Teaching since: 2018
Kimberly M.
I love Bright Horizons because: Favorite part about teaching: Seeing the growth in the kids. From learning to count to writing their names.
In education since: 2018
Ashlee M.
I love teaching because: I love teaching because seeing the children's bright and happy faces everyday makes me happy too!
Teaching since: 2015
Jasmine H.
I love teaching because: I love teaching because I get to be a positive influence in their lives.
Teaching since: 2021
Ashlyn K.
I love teaching because: I love teaching because I love interacting with the kids and seeing how they think
Teaching since: 2018
Christina K.
I love teaching because: As a teacher, I inspire to help children learn and grow!
Teaching since: 2019
Heather C.
I love Bright Horizons because: I love Bright Horizons because it is so inclusive and welcoming to everyone.
In education since: 2009
Audrey K.
I love teaching because: I became a teacher because I love working with children and seeing them grow.
Teaching since: 2019
Precious S.
I love teaching because: I became a teacher because children are our future and I want them to explore the world and know more.
Teaching since: 2020
Erica D.
I love teaching because: I became a teacher because I love seeing children learn and grow!
Teaching since: 2022
Leslie P.
I love teaching because: I love Bright Horizons because I enjoy working with children.
Teaching since: 2022
Elizabeth B.
I love teaching because: I love teaching because it is amazing to watch children figure out new things, and I get to help them figure it out!
Teaching since: 2022
Maggie W.
I love teaching because: I love teaching because I set to enjoy being with kids and see how their minds develop.
Teaching since: 2011
Brianna L.
I love teaching because: Working with children is my passion!
Teaching since: 2022
Durrell D.
I love teaching because: I love teaching because it doesn't feel like a mundane job, it definitely feels fulfilling!
Teaching since: 2021
Ajai F.
I love teaching because: I love teaching because I get to inspire, care for, support, and positively affect a child.
Teaching since: 2023
Take the Next Step
Ready to get started? Schedule a meeting with Bright Horizons to get a tour of our center. See our classrooms, ask questions about tuition, openings and our enrollment process. Find out how we’ll help your family thrive!