Welcome to Bright Horizons at Apex

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Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare

For ages 1 month - 5 1/2 years

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Upcoming Events for Families

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

Jennette, Daycare Center Director, Bright Horizons at Apex, Apex, NC

Jennette

I love Bright Horizons because: The company strives to provide quality care for all children and values the importance of a child's first few years of life.

In education since: 2009

Caraline, Daycare Instructional Coach, Bright Horizons at Apex, Apex, NC

Caraline

I love Bright Horizons because: I truly enjoy getting to be part of a child's early education. I love seeing their curiosity, wonder, and imaginations grow right before my eyes.

In education since: 2019

Treshica, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Apex, Apex, NC

Treshica

I love teaching because: I love making a difference in children's lives. I love teaching them new things and seeing the smiles on their faces!

Teaching since: 2011

NICOLE, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Apex, Apex, NC

NICOLE

I love teaching because: It brings me joy to play a part in helping children grow and become who they are meant to be!

Teaching since: 2012

Michelle, Daycare Lead Educator, Bright Horizons at Apex, Apex, NC

Michelle

I love Bright Horizons because: We have the power to impact future generations. It's amazing to see how much children's minds, personalities, and imaginations grow.

In education since: 2020

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we offer two different part-time options to serve family's scheduling needs. We offer a 3 day (Monday/Wednesday/Friday) or 2 day a week schedule (Tuesday/Thursday). Part-time options are offered based on availability.


Our center offers several opportunities for parent involvement as Bright Horizons places a high emphasis on parent partnerships. We offer virtual parent partnership meetings every month. We also encourage parents to join us at center events like Curriculum Night where parents can really learn about our curriculum and meet the teachers in the upcoming programs. We also hold other family events such as Triangle Truck Day & International Holiday Festival, Fall Festival, Parents Night Out, and more where families throughout the center can socialize and intermingle with all the families that make up Bright Horizons at Apex. 


Yes. Our building opened in 1997, so it was time for an update.  We freshened up with new paint, carpet, furniture, cubbies, cabinetry and all new classroom educational supplies.  We also added a new Art Studio, Growing Reader's Library, STEM lab and Smartboard.


Yes. The center has individual playgrounds for our infant, toddler, Early Preschool, Preschool, and Kindergarten Prep programs. Our beautiful playgrounds allow children to explore different levels, textures, and natural environments. We have recently added a loose parts section to our Preschool and Kindergarten Prep playgrounds.  


In the event of inclement weather, Bright Horizons at Apex will make every effort to remain open to serve our families. If the center is forced to close during the day, we will contact each family. Please make sure we have your current emergency numbers. Families may call the center voicemail to hear any updates about the center opening or closing at 919-363-4556.


We serve Apex, Cary, Raleigh, Holly Springs, Fuquay and all other surrounding areas in Wake County.


Once you have decided to enroll your child in a Bright Horizons center, you will complete a registration form online and pay the applicable registration fee. The registration fee is used to cover the cost of adminstrative fees associated with the registration process. Upon receipt of the registration form, your family’s name will be placed on our wait list.


Yes! Each Bright Horizons center uses The World at Their Fingertips: Education for Bright Horizons, our specially-designed Curriculum that creates developmentally, culturally, and individually Appropriate learning environments in which your child can learn and prepare for academic success. The World at Their Fingertips is designed to teach children to think for themselves, solve problems, communicate, work with others and gain an increasing understanding of how the world works. Recent studies have shown that children who have attended Bright Horizons centers are extremely well-prepared for school.


  • 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.