Welcome to Bright Horizons at the Octagon

Tuition & Openings
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Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare

For ages 1 month - 5 years

Infants

Infants

An exceptional place for your baby to thrive and grow
Toddlers & Twos

Toddler/Twos

An engaging world where toddlers learn and explore
Preschool

Preschool

Where curious children become inspired and ready for school
Summer Camps

Summer Program

A welcoming place for age-appropriate fun, friendships, and exploration
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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.

RSVP

Summer Registration

June 30 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Join us for an action-packed summer! Rolling enrollment starts in February.

Questions?
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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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My Bright Day App on an iPhone
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, in order to reserve a space for your child now, you will need to submit the registration fee and first month's tuition up front, based upon availability you be contacted.

Yes, the center has a beautiful playground with mature trees, two age appropriate play structures, as well as developmentally appropriate toys and games to play with outside.

Comprehensive, optimum development of each child: mind, body, social self, and character.

Preparation for Success in Life

  • Approaching life as an invitation to learn
  • Becoming a confident and competent lifelong learner
  • Becoming a confident and competent user of technology
  • Developing emotional intelligence: personal power and social skills

Preparation for Academic Excellence

  • Developing the social and cognitive skills necessary for school success
  • Achieving excellence in language and literacy
  • Developing an engaged, reflective, inquisitive mind and appreciation of science
  • Achieving excellence in logical/mathematical understanding



A Rich and Rewarding Childhood

  • Happy days
  • Wonderful relationships
  • A World of experience

Tuition varies by center, schedule and by individual classroom. To find out more information about tuition, please contact the center directly.

Please call the Center to schedule a Tour @ (212) 750-5301

Bright Horizons at The Octagon is open to all.

  • 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.