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Where on the Upper West Side is the center located?

Our West 63rd Street center is located in a family friendly residential area. Riverside Park, the Ashley, Aldyn and West End Towers apartment buildings are less than a five minute walk away. 

Do children go outside?

Yes, weather permitting, we go outside daily. Our 2 - 5 year olds enjoy the local playground (less than a block away). For children under 2 years, they enjoy their daily outside time from the comfort of our buggies.

Are enrichment classes offered?

Yes, every day of the week!

Monday: Move! Carlos has us tumbling, throwing, running, jumping, balancing, or dancing--we kickoff the week active!

Tuesday: Story Zone is an exciting interactive experience rooted in the timeless tradition of oral storytelling. Anton captivates his audience and invites them to help create a new, one-time-only masterpiece. 

Wednesday: Welcome to Artist Ally. Our resident artist (and world’s greatest Assistant Director)—Ally visits each of our seven classrooms to create unique works of art to take home, or hang in our gallery.

Thursday: Anton is back, this time as Captain Cook and he’s chef-ing up delicacies sophisticated enough for the early childhood palate.

Friday: Our partners from Rockness Music are bringing their fun and innovative brand of music learning to our classrooms. “it makes me wanna say yeehaw!”

Are all staff trained in CPR and First Aid?

All Bright Horizons staff are trained regularly in CPR, even if not required by the state. First Aid is taught as required by state licensing agency/regulations so that you can feel confident that your child is safe and receiving the best care possible at our center.

Can I visit my child at the center anytime I’d like to?

Yes, Bright Horizons has an open door policy.  You are encouraged to visit your child anytime.

What if I’d like to enroll but the center doesn’t have space available?

We suggest you register with Bright Horizons. You can select up to three locations to be registered at, including the center you are most interested in. By registering, you are confirming your strong interest in all three centers. We will add you to our wait list and you will be offered a space as soon as one becomes available. While waiting for a space to become available at your first choice location, many families will choose to enroll at their 2^nd or 3^rd choice temporarily until space becomes available at the center they are most interested in. In many centers, a child currently enrolled at a Bright Horizons location has priority over the general community so enrolling at another location will not only solve your care needs but will also give you additional priority in getting into your 1st preference. Our goal is to accommodate families as soon as space allows. During the entire process, we will keep in touch with you regarding your status.

I'm not quite ready to enroll in the center but I am interested in continuing to hear about what is happening at the center. How can I get information more regularly?

We encourage any family interested in center information, regular updates and invitations to the many events we are planning, to contact us.

I'm interested in applying for a job at this center. Is there someone I can contact?

For job listings and to complete the application process, please visit www.brighthorizons.com/careers.

What is Bright Horizons' process on checking the background of their employees?

Bright Horizons conducts a comprehensive background check on all prospective employees and frequent visitors. The background check consists of a county criminal record check for the past seven years performed in all counties that a person has lived, worked or attended school. In addition to the county criminal search , a sex offender search, OFAC search and a social security verification trace are also conducted. For all location employees, program licensing background checks required by the state are also performed.

Where can I learn more about other Bright Horizons locations?

To learn about our other locations, please find a child care center near you.

What is NAEYC accreditation?

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.

How can I obtain information about tuition?

Tuition varies by center, schedule and by individual classroom. To find out more information about tuition, please contact the center directly.

What is The World At Their Fingertips?

Bright Horizons curriculum, The World at Their Fingertips, is our unique curriculum designed to engage children in active learning that prepares them for school while helping them achieve their individual potential and fostering a spirit of community. It includes curriculum elements such as Language Works, Math Counts, Science Rocks, ArtSmart, Our World and Well Aware that cross all age groups. For more on information on our curriculum, click here.

Are their any special events planned throughout the year?

There are several events planned throughout the year--checkout our events tab for exact dates. Our most popular even is our Saturday Series. The event takes place once monthly between October and May. It's a great time to meet other families and learn more about the center. 

Does Bright Horizons at West 63rd offer the NYC 3-K & Pre-K for All programs?

Yes, our center partners with the NYC Department of Education to offer 3-K & Pre-K for All which provides NYC families with free high-quality early childhood education for children 3 and 4 years old. Learn more about the NYC 3K & Pre-K for All programs by visiting the DOE website. 

What are 3-K and Pre-K for All programs?

New York City offers full-day 3-K and Pre-K programs for all eligible 3 and 4 year olds, at no cost. Existing programs, like Bright Horizons, are awarded seats based on a rigorous application process.

Who can apply for a spot in a 3-K or Pre-K for All program at Bright Horizons?

All children who are also current New York City residents are welcome to apply, including children currently attending EarlyLearn or other preschool programs, children with disabilities, children with accessibility needs, children learning English, students in temporary housing, LGBTQ and gender nonconforming children, and children who move to NYC during the admissions process.You can apply to the 3-K program if your child will be three by December 31 and for the Pre-K program if your child will be four by December 31.

How do I apply for a spot in a 3-K or Pre-K for All program at Bright Horizons?

Visit www.nyc.gov/3k or www.nyc.gov/Pre-K for up-to-date information on 3-K and Pre-K admissions. You can register via www.myschools.nyc.

The 3-K and Pre-K for All programs offer a full-day program that runs from 8:00 a.m. – 2:20 p.m. Monday through Friday. What if I need a longer day of care for my child or care during school vacation weeks?

Bright Horizons offers wrap care for 3-K and Pre-K for All families - care before and after the 3-K and Pre-K program hours and during some Non-Instructional Days. You will enroll and be charged for this program separately. Learn more details and information through the Bright Horizons center team.

How can I request that my child be offered a 3-K and/or Pre-K space at Bright Horizons?

When you apply with the DOE (thru your MySchools account) you will be asked to list up to 12 programs you wish to be considered for in order of preference. The Department of Education will review all applications and make all 3-K assignments. First priority will be given to children currently enrolled in a program. Second priority will be for children who have siblings enrolled in the program. We are asked to verify this information. All seats are awarded based on the DOE’s priority system, and will be sent through MySchools.