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What age children do you serve?

Children 6 weeks to twelve years of age.

How can I obtain information about tuition?

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.

Is there a playground on site?

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.

What are the educational goals of Bright Horizons?

Comprehensive, optimum development of each child: mind, body, social self, and character. Preparation for Success in Life

• Approaching life as an invitation to learn
  
• Becoming a confident and competent lifelong learner
  
• Becoming a confident and competent user of technology
  
• Developing emotional intelligence: personal power and social skills

• Developing the social and cognitive skills necessary for school success
  
• Achieving excellence in language and literacy
  
• Developing an engaged, reflective, inquisitive mind and appreciation of science
  
• Achieving excellence in logical/mathematical understanding

• Happy days
  
• Wonderful relationships
  
• A World of experience

Do you offer both full and part-time enrollment?

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. 

Do you have space available in your program?

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.

Do you offer holiday programs for school age children?

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.

What are your teacher's qualifications?

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.

What is your typical School Age program schedule?

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.

Where can I find all the enrollment forms needed to complete my file?

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.

Does Bright Horizons at Tampa Palms offer a summer program?

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! 

• Action-packed program that’s both fun and educational
• Age-appropriate, engaging investigative topics that incorporate children’s interests
• Virtual field trips & special guests, and daily fitness activities
• Health, safety, and security policies that meet or exceed local, state, and national standards
• Contact us to learn more. Space is limited and early registration is encouraged!
   

Are you a nut-free facility?

Yes, all Bright Horizons centers are nut-free. Our  breakfast, and snack are nut and pork-free.

Can I do something special in my child's classroom for their birthday?

Absolutely! Due to allergy risks, we recommend buying mini-cupcakes that were produced on nut-free machinery and include an ingredient list.

Does Bright Horizons offer discounts to military families?

Tuition assistance for eligible military families is available at participating Bright Horizons’ centers when on-base care is not available. You can find more information and a map of participating centers here.