The World at Their Fingertips

Our curriculum meets children where they are developmentally, with Signature Practices that build confidence and excitement about learning at every age and stage.

Our Infant Program

Babies enjoy classrooms made for exploring with teachers who support both today’s big milestones and tomorrow’s leaps toward the future.

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Language Works

 

Listening and Speaking: tune into voices; show interest in stories; listen and respond

Early Literacy: explore picture books and participate in rhyme games

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: Read to infants daily; use sign language to build early language development

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Science Rocks

 

Exploration and Discovery: dump and pour sand and water; explore natural materials; and experiment with cause-and-effect

Problem Solving: use items in varied ways

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: treasure baskets to entice curiosity

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Art Smart

 

Visual Arts: explore colors, shapes, and textures

Music and Creative Movement: experiment with sounds; move in response to music and rhythm

Dramatic Arts: enjoy storytelling; imitate actions

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: daily exposure to the arts

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Math Counts

 

Number Sense: explore quantity concepts like “one” or “more” or “less;” spatial relations, e.g., over, under, and through 

Sorting and Patterning: identify differences in texture and size; name objects; repeat actions

Time: anticipate an event

 
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Well Aware

 

Movement: participate in routines and rhythms that promote peaceful experiences; listen to music; move bodies for strong development

Nutrition: taste and enjoy nutritious foods

Health and Safety: participate in personal health care, such as washing hands

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Towards a Better World

 

Character and Citizenship: begin to understand individual needs; purposefully interact with peers

Nature Experiences: explore grass, flowers, and other natural materials

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: daily outdoor exploration

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Caring Matters

 

Social-Emotional: learn that the world is a safe place and that adults can be trusted to respond quickly and with kindness; develop strong bonds with caregivers; respond to others

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: Prime Times, our approach to building nurturing relationships in everyday moments. 

Toddler at Daycare

Toddlers are curious about everything and becoming increasingly independent. Our teachers embrace that as they support the growth of important skills they need for the future.

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Language Works

 

Listening and Speaking: tune into voices; listen/respond  to simple instructions; communicate desires

Early Literacy: explore picture books; tell simple stories; understand beginning, middle, end

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: foster receptive and expressive language

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Science Rocks

 

Active Exploration: investigate materials experiment with space/ volume; build structures;  use simple tools

Questioning and Problem Solving:  ask, “why, what, how;” identify a problem; explore solutions

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: cause-and-effect exploration

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Art Smart

 

Visual Arts: investigate the world through senses; begin to use art materials; explore textures and colors

Dance and Creative Movement: listen and respond to a variety of music

Performing Arts: use imagination in play; engage in simple role plays

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Math Counts

 

Number Sense: begin to understand one-to-one correspondence, counting

Sorting and Patterning: begin to sort objects and notice patterns; name objects and recognize patterns 

Time: use words to describe past and future events

 
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Well Aware

 

Healthy Living Practices: explore foods; build large motor skills; participate in simple yoga/mindfulness exercises

Nature Experiences: explore natural materials, gardens, plants, and animals

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: daily sensory experiences and self-help skills

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Towards a Better World

 

Character and Community: begin to make positive contributions; express affection and compassion

Environmental Awareness: begin to care for the classroom or garden

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: daily outdoor experiences

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Caring Matters

 

Social-Emotional: learn the world is a safe place; see adults model cooperation; begin to develop empathy; build positive relationships

Executive Function: begin to follow simple directions

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: small group approach and maximizing Prime Times

Our Preschool Program

Preschoolers are ready to take chances and experiment with new things. With teachers’ support, these inquisitive young minds will tackle new challenges, and advance the skills they’ll need for kindergarten and beyond.

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Language Works

 

Listening and Speaking: engage in conversation; participate in rhyme games; retell stories

Early Literacy: play letter games; explore picture books; write letters, recipes and stories with a teacher’s help

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: daily pre-reading and writing

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Science Rocks

 

Exploration: use magnifying glasses/maps/other tools; explore natural objects (pine cones, shells, terrariums)

Problem-Solving: observe/form hypotheses, try solutions,  ask questions

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: weekly STEM activities and outdoor science laboratories

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Art Smart

 

Visual Arts: explore clay, paint, watercolors, crayons, and other art materials to express ideas and creativity; use art as a form of communication

Performing Arts: act out stories, sing songs, use instruments, and experiment with dramatic play, dance and movement

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Math Counts

 

Number Sense:  Sort and count items; explore one-to-one correspondence; estimate

Time and Spatial Relations: measure/weigh objects; explore concepts of volume, time, shape

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: enriched math centers and  estimation or sequencing stations

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Well Aware

 

Healthy Living Practices: participate in movement, mindfulness, and fitness activities

Nutrition and Safety: identify nutritious foods; independently wash hands, put on coats, etc. 

Nature Experiences: observe plants and animals; grow a garden; and explore the natural world

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Towards a Better World

 

Character and Community: contribute to the class; learn about community; participate in service projects

Environmental Awareness: care for center plants or pets; recycle; work together to care for classroom

Diversity Awareness: explore cultures; practice appreciation and acceptance

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Caring Matters

 

Social-Emotional: understand others; ask for help; resolve conflict; identify and express emotions,; build friendships; cooperate and compromise

Executive Function: begin to plan and consider consequences to actions, adjust plans, follow directions

Our Kindergarten Prep Program

With school on the horizon, pre-kindergartners are inspired to think critically, explore new ideas, and build on the STEM, language, art, and social skills they’ll need to succeed.

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Language Works


Listening and Speaking: ask questions; expand vocabulary; and participate in back-and-forth discussions

Early Literacy: listen to/retell stories; write simple charts, letters, and journals 

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: daily pre-reading and writing 

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Science Rocks

 

Exploration: observe, research, chart findings, and use tools and technology

Problem-Solving: conduct long-term projects to test ideas/find solutions ( studying ants, woodworking)

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: science journals and annual science experiences

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Art Smart

 
Visual Arts: communicate ideas visually; explore art books/artists; use a variety of mediums and tools
 
Creative Movement: learn complex dances; understand rhythms/patterns in music
 
Dramatic Arts: compose stories or plays; use imagination in play; assign roles

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Math Counts

 

Number Sense: solve simple number problems; distinguish patterns; count objects; and make sets

Spatial Relations: measure volume and size; build geometric structures; and understand concepts of time

Bright Horizons Signature Practices: rotating math stations and math journals

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Well Aware

 

Healthy Living Practices: yoga, mindfulness, and physical activity

Nutrition and Safety: make healthy food choices; engage in cooking activities; take care of personal needs

Nature Experiences: observe plants and animals; grow a garden; explore the natural world

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Towards a Better World

 

Character and Community: understand home, the classroom, and the larger community; begin to develop positive character traits

Environmental Awareness: care for plants or animals; recycle; clean up after ourselves

Diversity Awareness: understand and appreciate differences; use maps

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Caring Matters

 

Social-Emotional: develop friendships; ask for help; resolve conflict; express compassion and empathy; and identify emotions

Executive Function: take turns; persevere through a task; regulate emotions; and see another’s perspective

Our Curriculum

Our curriculum is rooted in the science of learning. Through play, experimenting with possibilities, problem solving, and project work, we provide children with the very best early education experiences possible.
Infant
Toddler / Twos
Preschool
Kindergarten Prep

Babies enjoy classrooms made for exploring with teachers who support today’s big milestones and tomorrow’s leaps toward the future.

Our Infant Program
Health and Wellness
Literacy and Language
Social-Emotional Learning
STEM
Thinking and Learning
Toward A Better World
Visual and Creative Arts
Health and Wellness
Bright Horizons infant playing with a ball
  • Exploring growth and movement
  • Learning about basic hygiene
  • Enjoying nutritious foods
  • Gaining skills like washing hands
Literacy and Language
Bright Horizons teacher teaching an infant
  • Daily sharing and talking
  • Exploring books and songs
  • Reading with teachers
  • Using sign language
Social-Emotional Learning
Bright Horizons teacher and infant playing with maracas
  • Beginning to calm self
  • Beginning to express needs
  • Forming secure attachments
  • Developing a sense of trust
STEM
Bright Horizons infant and teacher examining items from nature
  • Science: Discovering the natural world
  • Technology: Beginning to use tools
  • Engineering: Building structures and designs
  • Math: Exploring numbers and shapes
Thinking and Learning
Bright Horizons infant playing with cars and ramps
  • Emotional Self-regulation: Self soothing
  • Executive Function: Focus and play
  • Mindset and Agency: Making choices
  • Creativity and Flexible Thinking: New things
Toward A Better World
Bright Horizons infant playing with a mobile
  • Beginning to understand needs
  • Beginning to care for others
  • Noticing differences and similarities
  • Exploring the natural world
Visual and Creative Arts
Bright Horizons infant playing with a piano
  • Exploring colors and textures
  • Exploring music and movement
  • Enjoying storytelling and play
  • Daily exposure to the arts

Newly independent toddlers are ready to explore and discover with caring teachers at their side every step of the way.

Toddler at Daycare
Health and Wellness
Literacy and Language
Social-Emotional Learning
STEM
Thinking and Learning
Toward A Better World
Visual and Creative Arts
Health and Wellness
Bright Horizons Toddler student eating lunch
  • Exploring movement and activity
  • Discovering safety and hygiene
  • Enjoying healthy foods
  • Learning about mindfulness
Literacy and Language
Bright Horizons Toddler Student reading a book
  • Following simple directions
  • Nurturing relationships with caregivers
  • Reading books together
  • Singing songs and hearing poetry
Social-Emotional Learning
Bright Horizons Toddler Students playing with gears together
  • Developing self-identity
  • Beginnings of empathy
  • Learning play skills
  • Caring for others
STEM
Bright Horizons Toddler student blowing a bubble
  • Science: Observing and exploring
  • Technology: Learning about tools
  • Engineering: Building and designing
  • Math: Exploring numbers and patterns
Thinking and Learning
Bright Horizons Toddler student and teacher
  • Emotional self-regulation: Recognizing feelings
  • Executive function: Waiting for turn
  • Mindset and agency: Making choices
  • Creative thinking and flexibility: Trying new things
Toward A Better World
Bright Horizons Toddler student and teacher observing a plant
  • Helping with simple class jobs
  • Recognizing physical differences
  • Treating friends kindly
  • Respecting animals and nature
Visual and Creative Arts
Bright Horizons Toddler Students drawing on the chalk board
  • Making simple art projects
  • Playing music and singing
  • Acting out stories or poems
  • Learning dances and movement

Preschoolers are active learners, collaborating with teachers and each other, as they explore ideas and make discoveries.

Our Preschool Program
Health and Wellness
Literacy and Language
Social-Emotional Learning
STEM
Thinking and Learning
Toward A Better World
Visual and Creative Arts
Health and Wellness
Bright Horizons Preschool Students stretching and yoga
  • Daily physical activity
  • Making healthy food choices
  • Basic safety and hygiene
  • Mindfulness and well-being
Literacy and Language
Bright Horizons Preschool Student with her teacher
  • Joy and confidence
  • Reading stories and poems
  • Writing simple words
  • Early alphabet learning
Social-Emotional Learning
Bright Horizons Preschool Students watering the flowers
  • Using calm-down techniques
  • Recognizing other’s perspective
  • Taking turns with peers
  • Showing empathy and care
STEM
Bright Horizons Preschool Students and their teacher
  • Science: Observing and asking questions
  • Technology: Using technology to create
  • Engineering: Solving problems with design
  • Math: Using math in real life
Thinking and Learning
Bright Horizons Preschool Student playing with blocks
  • Emotional self-regulation: Stop and think
  • Executive function: Listen and focus
  • Mindset and agency: Choose own work
  • Creative thinking and flexibility: Take healthy risks
Toward A Better World
Bright Horizons Preschool Students play with sand
  • Taking care of classroom
  • Recognizing cultural differences
  • Helping others in need
  • Caring for animals and nature
Visual and Creative Arts
Bright Horizons Preschool Student painting
  • Expressing ideas through art
  • Hearing varied music
  • Acting assigned part
  • Dancing with creativity

Children in Kindergarten Prep are confident, capable leaders who ask questions, find solutions, and dive into rich project learning.

Our Kindergarten Prep Program
Health and Wellness
Literacy and Language
Social-Emotional Learning
STEM
Thinking and Learning
Toward A Better World
Visual and Creative Arts
Health and Wellness
Bright Horizons kindergarten Prep Student rock climbing
  • Daily physical fitness
  • Preparing healthy foods
  • Independent self-care
  • Using mindfulness techniques
Literacy and Language
Bright Horizons kindergarten Prep Student practicing her letters
  • Gaining skills and confidence
  • Reading simple words
  • Writing ideas and plans
  • Early phonics learning
Social-Emotional Learning
Bright Horizons kindergarten Prep Students learning together
  • Using positive interactions
  • Understanding other’s perspective
  • Collaborating with peers
  • Acting to help others
STEM
Bright Horizons kindergarten Prep Student with paper mache
  • Science: Conducting experiments
  • Technology: Choosing the right tool
  • Engineering: Solving complex problems
  • Math: Using numbers symbolically
Thinking and Learning
Bright Horizons kindergarten Prep Student constructing
  • Emotional self-regulation: Choosing actions
  • Executive function: Completing projects
  • Mindset and agency: Making daily choices
  • Creative thinking and flexibility: Changing course
Toward A Better World
Bright Horizons kindergarten Prep Student studying a globe
  • Doing jobs independently
  • Feeling pride for school
  • Seeing different life experiences
  • Engaging in doing good
Visual and Creative Arts
Bright Horizons kindergarten Prep Student creating art
  • Gaining art skills
  • Recognizing varied music
  • Assigning roles and parts
  • Dancing and moving confidently
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Classrooms that Inspire Learning

“Early childhood classrooms are special places; within them discoveries abound, imaginations soar, and anything is possible.”

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Rachel Robertson - VP, Learning & Development at Bright Horizons

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At Bright Horizons we believe that environment is the key to creating a joyful place for childhood; and we put a great deal of thought and care into creating those joyful places. In keeping with Reggio Emilia and Montessori philosophies, our designs consider not only what children need in a space, but how they will use it. We know our centers will form an integral part of a child’s earliest learning; and with that in mind, we carefully curate high-quality materials for every center to create beautiful environments with rich, open-ended experiences that nurture development and inspire learning.

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The Teacher's Role

Our teachers are all experienced and dedicated professionals who meet rigid certification requirements. By focusing on children’s unique interests, these talented educators work alongside children to support today’s big milestones and tomorrow’s success.

Our Inspiration

Inspired by the world’s educational leaders to create a great place for learning and for childhood


“The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.”

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MARIA MONTESSORI

“It’s not how smart you are, it’s how you are smart.”

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HOWARD GARDNER

“Our task regarding creativity is to help children climb their own mountains, as high as possible.”

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LORIS MALAGUZZI

“Development is not a race, it's a journey.”

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JIM GREENMAN

“Play is the highest form of research.”

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ALBERT EINSTEIN