Welcome to Bright Horizons at Washington DC I Street with Steve & Kate's School Age Activities
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Center Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Mon to Fri
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1725 I Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20006
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Our center is NAEYC Accredited
Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare
For ages 3 months - 12 years
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Watch VideoFrequently Asked Questions
If a child is mildly ill they should stay home to rest; if they are excluded from school they may not attend Bright Horizons. Please refer to our illness policy if you are unsure.
For licensing purposes, we must have all proper paperwork filled out. For you convenience you can find the paperwork on our website and you can upload the completed paperwork to insure a smooth transition on day one.
Your employer partners with Bright Horizons to provide care for your child when your typical care falls through. We currently accept children ages 6 weeks up to their 13th birthday.
Please call the center to let them know. Every effort should be made to arrive prior to closing.
For infants, you’ll need enough bottles/food to cover your child’s typical feeding schedule, we suggest bringing one extra should your child need more. A few changes of clothes to keep your child comfortable. You may, also, bring a labeled comfort item to help your child have a successful day.
Bright Horizons now takes back-up requests 90 days in advance.
Not necessarily, you will need to check your confirmation for the center name. Also, you can choose your preferred center and eliminate any you do not want.
All children must have a current medical on file. Allergy forms must be accompanied by a current pharmacy labeled medication. Medication must match what is written on the child’s medical forms. If other paperwork is missing you may fill it out at the center.
Yes-we utilize a pediatric approved bottle warmer to warm bottles.
You child will be provided two snacks per day. Families provide a nut free, non-perishable lunch that does not need to be warmed.
- 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
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.