At Bright Horizons, our Discovery Driven Learning® approach makes early learning an adventure. Visit us to find out how we nurture your child’s natural curiosity, focus on what interests them most, encourage learning through play, and help them get ready for school success.
Welcome to Bright Horizons at Western Springs
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Center Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. Mon to Fri
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4700 Commonwealth Avenue, Western Springs, IL, 60558
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708-698-5071
Meet Candice, Center Director
Tuition Assistance
Funding options available at this center
Child Care Aware of America
Military Child Care partnership
Classrooms that Inspire Learning
How To Find Us
Bright Horizons at Western Springs
4700 Commonwealth Avenue, Western Springs, IL, 60558
Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare
For ages 2 months - 5 years
Health, Safety, and Wellness at Our Center
Your child’s safety and wellness is our top priority. We continue to monitor state and local public health guidelines, look to our medical expert, and use our considerable experience to guide our health and safety practices. Our centers take important steps to ensure the very best for every child, and the Health and Wellness portion of our World at Their Fingertips® curriculum incorporates lessons about these essential topics into every classroom, every day.
Meet Our Teaching Team
Candice
I love Bright Horizons because: of the high expectations we set for children's learning and the nurturing environments.
Zoe
I love teaching because: of the excitement I see in each child's eyes when they learn something new.
Michelle
I love teaching because: classroom curriculum develops from the children - their experiences, observations, interests, and skills.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Start by selecting the Find a Center link on this page.
- Under the center you’re interested in, click the Tuition & Openings 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).
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