Welcome to Bright Horizons at Mass Ave.

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Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare

For ages 1 month - 5 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

Erin, Daycare Center Director, Bright Horizons at Mass Ave., Cambridge, MA

Erin

I love Bright Horizons because: Bright Horizons encourages education at all ages. I love helping children and teachers meet their developmental and educational goals!

In education since: 2000

Madina, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Mass Ave., Cambridge, MA

Madina

I love teaching because: I love being an influence on each child's development.

Teaching since: 2013

Talia, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Mass Ave., Cambridge, MA

Talia

I love teaching because: I love seeing the children use their imagination everyday and watching the children grow.

Teaching since: 2021

Anna-Lina, Daycare Lead Pre-K Teacher - UPK, Bright Horizons at Mass Ave., Cambridge, MA

Anna-Lina

I love teaching because: My favorite part of teaching children is watching the children learn and see their progress in learning as they explore the world.

Teaching since: 2021

Katlyn, Daycare Lead Educator, Bright Horizons at Mass Ave., Cambridge, MA

Katlyn

I love Bright Horizons because: I love working with children because of how genuine they are. It's awesome to watch how much fun they can have doing just about anything!

In education since: 2014

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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 Mass Ave.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.


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 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.