Welcome to Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar

Tuition & Openings
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Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare

For ages 2 years - 11 years

Toddlers & Twos

Toddler/Twos

An engaging world where toddlers learn and explore
Preschool

Preschool

Where curious children become inspired and ready for school
Pre-Kindergarten

Transitional Kindergarten

Preparing children for success in kindergarten and beyond
Summer Camps

Summer Program

A welcoming place for age-appropriate fun, friendships, and exploration
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Upcoming Events for Families

Artsy Thursday

April 16 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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

RSVP

Summer Registration

June 30 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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

Questions?
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Meet Our Teaching Team

Sandy, Daycare Center Director, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Sandy

I love Bright Horizons because: I believe my role as director is to nurture and encourage the lifelong learning of teachers and children.

In education since: 1976

Rose, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Rose

I love teaching because: every day is a new day and children are amazing to work with.

Teaching since: 1997

Fawn, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Fawn

I love teaching because: I love watching their faces light up when they learn something new.

Teaching since: 2003

Erin, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Erin

I love teaching because: I find it very fulfilling to have a role in raising the next generation and to help children build a healthy foundation.

Teaching since: 2006

Ausra, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Ausra

I love teaching because: I love working with kids and making a difference in their lives. I enjoy seeing the joy on their faces.

Teaching since: 2001

Randall, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Randall

I love teaching because: building young minds is soul food.

Teaching since: 2009

Wendy, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Wendy

I love teaching because: I like the way children learn through exploring and playing, I feel very lucky to work with children and be a role model for them.

Teaching since: 2016

Angel, Daycare Instructional Coach, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Angel

I love Bright Horizons because: I love teaching because I love sharing and instilling the love of learning.

In education since: 2003

Christine, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Christine

I love teaching because: I love watching children grow and seeing the different ways they learn to become independent.

Teaching since: 2000

Preeti, Daycare Kindergarten Prep Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Preeti

I love teaching because: they have positive attitudes about what they learn and that I learn new things everyday from them.

Teaching since: 2015

Alison, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Alison

I love teaching because: It is my goal to help children become excited to learn about the world and to help them develop there self-confidence.

Teaching since: 2021

JAZMYN, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

JAZMYN

I love teaching because: I really enjoy seeing children learn and grow.

Teaching since: 2023

Amy, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Amy

I love teaching because: it is a joyful experience to help children develop lifelong skills.

Teaching since: 2009

Kelsey, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Kelsey

I love teaching because: Their curiosity and openness to the world around them is inspiring.

Teaching since: 2022

Melody, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons Family Center at Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Melody

I love teaching because: I love helping them learn and grow into responsible people.

Teaching since: 2010

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My Bright Day™ for Parents

Our mobile app keeps you connected throughout your child’s day. Get photos, real-time updates on care, learning, and milestones, and stay up to date on important notifications.

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My Bright Day App on an iPhone
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Frequently Asked Questions

Our program at Del Mar offers the choice of 5 full days, 3 full days, or 2 full days per week.

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

Our center is able to accomodate families of children aged 2-6 years. Our summer program is able to accomodate families of children up to 12 years of age. We are not able to enroll children under 2 years of age.

We provide breakfast and an afternoon snack.

  • 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.