Welcome to Bright Horizons at First Stamford Place

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Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare

For ages 2 months - 6 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

Elsa, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at First Stamford Place, Stamford, CT

Elsa

I love teaching because: I enjoy helping children learn new things through love, patience, caring and passion. During circle time she likes to sing to the children in English and Spanish.

Teaching since: 2001

Karen, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at First Stamford Place, Stamford, CT

Karen

I love teaching because: I love teaching because I get to be a part of their learning and growth development.

Teaching since: 2007

Ana, Daycare Assistant Director, Bright Horizons at First Stamford Place, Stamford, CT

Ana

I love Bright Horizons because: I love teaching because I get to listen to their ideas and see the way their minds work.

In education since: 2014

Chelsea, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at First Stamford Place, Stamford, CT

Chelsea

I love teaching because: I love teaching because when I started teaching, I knew it was for me! I love watching children's interests and curiosity each and every day.

Teaching since: 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely!  Due to COVID-19, we are currently offering live virtual tours of our center.  You may schedule a tour and will be provided with an online link that will allow you to speak with the Director during your scheduled time.  He will be happy to show you around the center and answer any questions you may have.


From I-95 South: Take Exit 7, Atlantic Avenue. at the end of of ramp, take a right onto Washington Boulevard, then an immediate left onto Richmond Hill Road. Take first left onto Greenwich Avenue. Turn right into the entrance of the Hilton Hotel. As you proceed up the drive you will see a 30 minute guest parking lot on your right. Park there and check in at the security desk for building 300. The center is directly on your left as you enter the lobby.  (We are also a short 4 minute walk west of the Stamford Metro North Train station)

From I-95 North:
Take Exit 7, Greenwich Avenue. At the end of the ramp, turn right and then right again onto the grounds of the Hilton Hotel. As you proceed up the drive you will see a 30 minute guest parking lot on your left. Park there and check in at the security desk for building 300. The center is directly on your left as you enter the lobby.  (We are also a short 4 minute walk west of the Stamford Metro North Train station)


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.