BrightStart offers programs for:

• Infants: 6 weeks–12 months
• Toddlers: 12 – 24 months
• Early Preschool: 2–3 years
• Preschool: 3–4 years
• Pre-K: 4–5 years

Each program is designed around the developmental needs and learning characteristics of that age group.

Our goal isn’t simply to prepare children to complete worksheets or memorize information. We build kindergarten readiness through confidence, curiosity, problem-solving, communication, social-emotional development, early literacy and numeracy, and hands-on learning experiences. Our Pre-K program specifically supports kindergarten readiness through purposeful, developmentally appropriate experiences.

BrightStart uses a strength-based, play-rich, research-informed approach to early learning. Our Experience Learning Curriculum emphasizes meaningful experiences, hands-on exploration, purposeful play, and learning opportunities built around children’s individual strengths, interests, and ways of learning.

Absolutely. Hands-on exploration is an important part of the BrightStart experience. Children learn through play, discovery, storytelling, art, STEM challenges, outdoor exploration, movement, and other experiences that allow them to actively engage with the world around them.

Every classroom will have its own rhythm based on the children’s ages and developmental needs. Throughout the day, children will have opportunities for play, exploration, learning experiences, social interaction, routines, and connection with their teachers and peers.

Teachers intentionally observe children’s strengths, questions, problem-solving, relationships, and interests and use those observations to inform their planning.

Outdoor experiences are an important part of BrightStart’s play-rich approach. We believe children benefit from opportunities to move, explore, experience nature, and learn through their surroundings. Outdoor exploration is incorporated into the learning experience whenever developmentally and operationally appropriate.

We begin by getting to know the child in front of us. Teachers observe children’s strengths, interests, abilities, relationships, problem-solving approaches, and ways of learning, then use those observations to create experiences that support continued growth.

Our goal is not to focus only on what a child has not yet mastered, but to recognize what they can do and use those strengths as a foundation for continued development.