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Children 6 weeks to twelve years of age.
Tuition varies by program level, schedule, and by individual classroom. To find out more information about tuition, please contact us via e-mail at tampapalms@brighthorizons.com or by phone at 813-615-1918.
Our center has four playgrounds! One playground is dedicated to our youngest children, infants through two year olds. Another is dedicated to children ages three and above. We also have a basketball court and a sand and water playground. All of these playgrounds were designed with safety in mind and feature solid soft surfacing and state of the art play equipment.
Comprehensive, optimum development of each child: mind, body, social self, and character. Preparation for Success in Life
In many instances, yes, and in some instances our programs may have a short wait list. As with any quality program, our services are in demand. The best recommendation is to tour our facility and let us help present you with enrollment options that best meet your needs.
Yes, many of our children attend part-time. You can choose from three schedules; 9a - 1p, 9a - 3p, or 7a - 6p. Our two day schedule is Tuesday/Thursday and our three day schedule is Monday/Wednesday/Friday.
Yes! Our School Age program is open to all children in grades K - 5 on days that school is not in session. Children will enjoy an active day including time in the gym, on the playground, in the STEM Lab and pool, as well as the School Age classroom.
Yes! We offer breakfast, and afternoon snack. Lunch is provided on Friday with parents packing their child's lunch the rest of the week. All meals provided are pork free, and nut free for the students' health and safety.
We will pick up your child from school at 1:30pm on Mondays, or 2:30pm Tuesday - Friday. Our bus is equipped with lap-and-shoulder seatbelts, fire extinguisher, and emergency bag. Upon arrival, a center-provided snack is offered- please note, our facility is pork and nut free. After snack, homework help is given, from spelling quizzes to science fair research. Once homework is done, it's play time! Our School Age classroom has foosball and air hockey tables, a Wii console and computer access, as well as Lego and K'Nex sets, puzzles, arts and crafts, and construction and Dramatic Play areas. School Agers also have access to our playgrounds, gym, and STEM Lab for further enjoyment.
All of our teachers have a minimum certification of CDA (Child Development Associate), ECE (Early Childhood Education) degree, or related Baccalaurate Degree. Associate Teachers possess either coursework or training and experience working with young children. In addition, all of our teachers undergo 45 hours of training mandated by the State of Florida, 40 hours of Bright Horizons Foundations for Success Training and annual in-service training hours.
Yes! Our center is open year-round and we offer a fun and enriching summer camp for children up to age 12. Our camp includes:Yes!
For Florida-specific enrollment forms, please go to https://enroll.brighthorizons.com/Default.aspx?state=FL and complete the applicable forms and print them out, or send them to us at tampapalms@brighthorizons.com.
For children 6 weeks to 5 years old, we require immunization and physical exam records as well, which can be faxed to 813-975-2900.
Yes, all Bright Horizons centers are nut-free. Our breakfast, and snack are nut and pork-free.
Absolutely! Due to allergy risks, we recommend buying mini-cupcakes that were produced on nut-free machinery and include an ingredient list.
Yes! Prospective parents can schedule a center visit by completing our Tuitions and Openings form from our center website.
At all of our centers, rigorous health and safety practices are a foundation of the way we care for children. These include:
Strict safety and security procedures are designed to keep our families and staff protected.
During your search for the perfect child care partner, this is among the most important questions you can ask. For over 30 years, we’ve been a company that is guided by our HEART Principles and an unerring belief in putting children first.
At Bright Horizons, we know that childhood is a treasured time. We believe it is our responsibility to provide environments and experiences that capture the joys of childhood, nurture each child’s individual growth and development, and pave the way for success in school and life. We promise to:
Yes! Bright Horizons strives to and has successfully accommodated a wide range of special needs and individual differences in our group programs. We believe in inclusive programs that attempt to meet the needs of a wide range of children and which focus on each child’s strengths. We support a collaborative team approach – the teacher, director, specialists, and parents. The team will work closely together to try to maximize each child’s opportunities for learning, growth, and development, and to attempt to eliminate any barriers or safety issues which a group program may present.
The safety of the children in our care is our highest concern. Bright Horizons maintains stringent hiring practices and conducts criminal background checks on all teachers and caregivers in our centers. This check includes a criminal record search and a cross-reference check to determine prior convictions or other records of criminal activity that would call into question an employee’s’ suitability to care for children. Additional elements of our required background checks include verification through the Office of Foreign Asset Control and Sexual Offender Database Search. The frequency for updating criminal background checks for employees depends on state or other center-specific requirements.
Our research-based World at Their Fingertips® curriculum meets children where they are developmentally, with Signature Practices that build confidence and excitement about learning at every age and stage. In every classroom, our goal is to help children do more than learn; it’s to cultivate the joy of learning. And our emergent approach — teaching skills by leveraging a child’s own interests — enables teachers to tailor activities and projects for the specific talents and needs of each child in the class. Learn more about our specialized programs for babies, toddlers and preschool children, and how we prepare children for school and life beyond.
All Bright Horizons center staff are trained in CPR and first aid. Once an employee is hired, they are required to fulfill 16 hours of training through our new employee orientation. This training takes place over a two-day period, where the employee spends time observing each age group in the center. Teachers must successfully complete first aid and CPR training, in addition to local licensing and/or Department of Health requirements (e.g., food handler safety card.)
Absolutely! Named one of Fortune Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For 20 times, we are proud of the environment we create for our educators. We are always looking for great teachers, and offer competitive benefits and innovative programs. like our Horizons Teacher Degree program. For job listings and to complete the application process, please visit the Bright Horizons jobs and careers page at https://careers.brighthorizons.com.
We have many centers across the US, and each center reflects the unique personality of its leadership and community. To find the best fit for you and your family find a child care center near you.
We encourage any family interested in center information, regular updates, and invitations to the many events we are planning, to contact us.
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) has developed standards to define and recognize quality child care programs. In order to be accredited, a child care program must meet a variety of strict criteria, including having a well-trained faculty, good staff-child ratios and group sizes, and a comprehensive curriculum, as well as meet stringent health and safety standards. The program must also provide meaningful opportunities for family involvement.
Finding the right daycare and early education solution can be a lengthy process. Our best recommendation is to start early! Even if your preferred Bright Horizons center doesn’t currently have space available, we still recommend registration for your first choice center. At Bright Horizons, you can register at up to three locations. Once registered, we will add you to our wait list and you will be offered a space as soon as one is available. For many families on a wait list, Bright Horizons offers the ability to enroll at a nearby center on a temporary basis, or until your first choice center becomes available. If you’d like further advice on how to find the best preschool for your family, take a listen to our webinar on finding a quality preschool program.
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!