Welcome to Kadlec Child Care Center

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Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare

For ages 1 month - 4 years

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Upcoming Events for Families

Artsy Thursday

April 16 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Smocks on – let’s get creative! Join us for fun family art activities.

Summer Registration

June 30 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Join us for an action-packed summer! Rolling enrollment starts in February.

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Meet Our Teaching Team

Jody, Daycare Center Director, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Jody

I love Bright Horizons because: I get to develop strong family partnerships and watching the children grow and learn.

In education since: 2012

Marissa, Daycare Teacher, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Marissa

I love teaching because: I get to teach the children new songs and hear them laugh.

Teaching since: 2008

Tina, Daycare Substitute, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Tina

I love teaching because: I enjoy helping them understand their feelings and how to control big emotions. But most of all I love working with the children.

Teaching since: 2010

Diana, Daycare Assistant Director, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Diana

I love Bright Horizons because: I get to build lasting relationships with families and watching children grow and succeed.

In education since: 2010

Cristina, Daycare Substitute, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Cristina

I love teaching because: I get to build relationships with the kids, watch them solve problems, and explain concepts in their own words.

Teaching since: 2010

Jessica, Daycare Substitute, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Jessica

I love teaching because: I get to see the children get excited when they learn something new and see their smiles.

Teaching since: 2017

Joanne, Daycare Teacher, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Joanne

I love teaching because: I get to see the children's faces when they finally caught on to something they have struggled with.

Teaching since: 2017

Rosa, Daycare Cook, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Rosa

I love Bright Horizons because: I get to see the babies grow into toddlers and move into preschool. I love creating a bond with each child.

In education since: 2021

Beverly, Daycare Teacher, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Beverly

I love teaching because: I get to watch each child grow and develop their own personalities.

Teaching since: 2000

Edith, Daycare Associate Teacher, Kadlec Child Care Center, Richland, WA

Edith

I love teaching because: I get to see the children grow and love all of the hugs & smiles I receive each day.

Teaching since: 2005

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.


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


  • Start by selecting the Find a Center link on this page.
  • Under the center you’re interested in, click the Request Details button.
  • Then, select Schedule Your Visit and fill out the form.


This depends on your child’s age, temperament, and level of maturity. General tips for preparing for the first day of child care include:  

 
  • Developing a relationship with your child’s teacher and keeping communication open
  • Labeling all items  
  • Making sure your child has the essentials: bottles, extra clothes, diapers, blanket, and more  
  • Talking about the first day with your child  
  • Setting expectations for the new morning routine
  • Getting ahead of separation anxiety by creating a “goodbye” routine together


Additional information on our research-backed curriculum can be found here. To find a center near you, click Find a Center in the top right corner of the Bright Horizons home page.
 


Please submit an inquiry to your center(s) of interest with a request for tuition information. We recommend scheduling a visit at the same time (this can be done on the same form).


Safety is our top priority, and it’s part of our everyday routine. All of our centers follow expert-informed health, safety, and security policies and allergy protocols. Additionally, health, safety, and wellness are built right into our curriculum, and our classrooms and spaces are safely designed for learning and exploration.