Welcome to MGH Children's Center
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Center Hours: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Mon to Fri
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3 Thirteenth, Charlestown, MA, 02129
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617-398-2003
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Our center is NAEYC Accredited
Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare
For ages
Upcoming Events for Families
Meet Our Teaching Team
Leanne
I love Bright Horizons because: I love helping children foster their independence and guide them as they begin thinking for themselves and problem solving.
Lisa
I love teaching because: I get to help children grow. I believe communication is the key to any successful relationship with parents, children & colleagues.
Kathryn
I love teaching because: I make a difference in children's lives. I had a teacher who made a difference in my life; I wanted to continue that! 2022 will be by 40th year!
Frequently Asked Questions
For job listings and to complete the application process, please visit www.brighthorizons.com/careers.
At no additional cost we provide the children with nutritious morning and afternoon snacks options. You can sign your child up for our lunch program at an extra cost. We are a nut safe center, so all foods brought into our building need to be free from this allergen.
Yes- Families need a badge or a personal identification number in order to gain access to our building. All visitors must sign in and out and will not be allowed into the building without proper verification and identification. Additionally, we work very closely with Global Security, whom are onsite and provide us with important security information throughout the day.
Bright Horizons conducts a comprehensive background check on all prospective employees and frequent visitors. The background check consists of a county criminal record check for the past seven years performed in all counties that a person has lived, worked or attended school. In addition to the county criminal search , a sex offender search, OFAC search and a social security verification trace are also conducted. For all location employees, program licensing background checks required by the state are also performed.
All Bright Horizons staff are trained regularly in CPR, even if not required by the state. First Aid is taught as required by state licensing agency/regulations so that you can feel confident that your child is safe and receiving the best care possible at our center.
We suggest you register with Bright Horizons. You can select up to 3 locations to be registered at, including the center you are most interested in. By registering, you are confirming your strong interest in all 3 centers. We will add you to our wait list and you will be offered a space as soon as one becomes available. While waiting for a space to become available at your first choice location, many families will choose to enroll at their 2nd or 3rd choice temporarily until space becomes available at the center they are most interested in. In many centers, a child currently enrolled at a Bright Horizons location has priority over the general community so enrolling at another location will not only solve your care needs but will also give you additional priority in getting into your 1st preference. Our goal is to accommodate families as soon as space allows. During the entire process, we will keep in touch with you regarding your status.
We encourage any family interested in center information, regular updates and invitations to the many events we are planning, to contact us.
To find other locations, please visit www.brighthorizons.com/locator.
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) has developed standards to define and recognize quality child care programs. In order to be accredited, a child care program must meet a variety of strict criteria, including having a well-trained faculty, good staff-child ratios and group sizes, and a comprehensive curriculum, as well as meet stringent health and safety standards. The program must also provide meaningful opportunities for family involvement.
To find out more information about tuition and schedule options, please contact us.
- 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.