The World at Their Fingertips

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

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
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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.

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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

Bright Horizons Art Studio
Bright Horizons Language Works Environment
Bright Horizons Outdoor Plants Environment

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.

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

Bright Horizons students sitting at the sandbox
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Preparing Children for School

Research shows that today, more than ever, children need a mix of diverse skills. At Bright Horizons, we ensure children gain the social-emotional, critical-thinking, and academic competencies to thrive. Read what parents and teachers have to say about our graduates’ success.