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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 University Park
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Center Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Mon to Fri
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129 Franklin St., Cambridge, MA, 02139
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617-301-4224
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Our center is NAEYC Accredited
Meet Melissa, Center Director
Tuition Assistance
Funding options available at this center
Child Care Aware of America
Military Child Care partnership
Classrooms that Inspire Learning
Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare
For ages 1 month - 6 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.
Our NAEYC Accreditation
Bright Horizons is committed to 100% NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accreditation for all of our eligible child care centers and preschools.
Why NAEYC? Based on a multi-step process of continuous evaluation and improvement, NAEYC accreditation is the most comprehensive in the field, ensuring that our programs are informed by research and demonstrate high-quality standards.
NAEYC accreditation is our commitment to families. It is one way we provide the very best care and education for young children. Bright Horizons goes beyond what a traditional daycare would offer in order to establish a strong foundation for success in school and life.
Upcoming Events for Families
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Meet Our Teaching Team
Melissa
I love Bright Horizons because: They value and understand the importance of education in child care.
Tina
I love Bright Horizons because: I get to see children grow and learn in my care.
Rebecca
I love teaching because: I feel lucky to be able to support children during their early development and love to see how they explore the world and learn through play.
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
Yes! Cambridge residents can now select a Bright Horizons program on their Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) application. The application and matching process is exclusively managed by the Office of Early Childhood. Learn more about this Bright Horizons center by scheduling a visit. Learn more about CPP by visiting https://earlychildhoodcambridge.org/cpp/.
Yes! Bright Horizons at University Park operates all year long. Our summer program features weekly investigative topics like Adventure in the Arts, Science Sleuth, Nature Explorer, Music Makers, Full STEM Ahead, and more! Contact us today for availability.
Read all about the benefits of summer programs for little ones here.
We encourage any family interested in center information, regular updates and invitations to the many events we are planning, to contact us.
Tuition varies by center, schedule and by individual classroom. To find out more information about tuition, please contact the center directly.
- 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.
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