Welcome to Houston Methodist Child Care Center at The Woodlands

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.

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Yes, Bright Horizons' early childhood programs serve children with special needs.  Bright Horizons believes in inclusive programs that meet the needs of a wide range of children and focus on each child's strengths. Teachers also receive additional training. Bright Horizons supports a team approach; the teacher, director, specialists, and parents work closely to identify and meet every child's needs through an individualized plan. 

Bright Horizons will hold space for up to six weeks as long as tuition is paid monthly during that period.  After the six-week period, you must enroll your child, or the space will be offered to another family on the waitlist.

Bright Horizons was founded more than 30 years ago and partners with more than 1000 employers across the U.S., as well as in Europe, Canada, and India. Their client list includes half of those named to FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies" and more than three-fourths of the companies on Working Mother magazine's "100 Best" list. Bright Horizons operates centers in communities, as well as onsite at major employers.

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.

Yes, Bright Horizons has an open door policy.  You are encouraged to visit your child anytime.

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 2^nd or 3^rd 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.

If your child has special dietary needs or food allergies, please work with the center management to find suitable accommodations. Although food may be available to address food allergies, Bright Horizons cannot provide or manage other food substitutions for religious or cultural requirements, food intolerances, or a child's preference.

Bright Horizons will launch the enrollment process on August 30, 2021. If you are interested in enrolling your child, you will need to pay registration via the Family Information Center no later than September 30, 2021.  More information about the enrollment process will be available during the virtual Family Information Session meetings scheduled for August 11, 2021, at 7:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. 

Your family's status on the waitlist will remain intact until space becomes available and is offered to your family. Families may decline an offer and maintain their current position on the waitlist once. After the second decline, their name is moved to the bottom of the waitlist. 
 

The length of time will vary depending on the size of the waitlist and the ages of the children.  We will send periodic communications to keep you informed of your status on the waitlist. We will do everything we can to ensure you are offered a space as soon as it becomes available.

If you terminate your position with Houston Methodist, child care benefits end the last day of work. If you decide to remove your child/ren from child care, a 30-day notice is required.  If Houston Methodist terminates you, child care benefits end the last day of your employment, a refund for any unused tuition will be issued.  Any outstanding balances must be paid at that time. 

Breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack will be provided per day and are included in the tuition. 

No sibling discount is offered at this time.

To find other locations, please visit www.brighthorizons.com/locator.

The center has a capacity for 108 children and serves children ages six weeks through 5 years.  

As guardians of your children, there is nothing more important to us than their safety and protection while they are in our care. Bright Horizons has a series of security protocols and procedures to help guard against any threat to the safety of children and staff, and we perform safety drills on a regular basis. We do everything we can to make our centers safe and secure and to ensure that our teachers and staff are well-trained to protect children in the case of an emergency. 

Access to the center:
•    The center entrance will be locked and require badge access at all times.  Families are not allowed to share security badges, even with people who are pre-authorized to pick up their children.
•    Center policies prohibit families and staff from holding the door open for others they do not know.
•    Parents/guardians are responsible for physically checking their child into and out of the center each day. This ensures that each child is safe and supervised at all times and encourages daily communication between families and staff. A parent/guardian must accompany each child into the classroom and confirm that the child is under adult supervision before leaving the premises.
•    We require notice in writing before releasing a child to someone other than those authorized at enrollment.

Safety Drills and Training:
•    The center will conduct monthly evacuation drills, regular lockdown drills, and "shelter in place" exercises.
•    Emergency supplies are purchased and stored in an area accessible to staff with the ability to relocate if needed.
•    All Bright Horizons teachers are trained and well-prepared in the event of an emergency. In addition to safety drills, we regularly review our safety policies and procedures.

Emergency Communication:
•    In conjunction with center communications that are sent by email or through My Bright Day, Bright Horizons activates its "Ready to Respond" in the event of an emergency. Parents can call the Ready to Respond line (1-800-420-1970) to find out the status of a center lockdown or evacuation if unable to reach the center directly.

Injury Prevention:
•    Teachers for each age group are responsible for daily safety inspections of their assigned areas and equipment. Defective equipment is removed or repaired to prevent injury. Small toy pieces or other objects that could pose a choking hazard to infants and toddlers are not allowed in areas designated for children under age three.
•    For the same reason, children's personal items such as barrettes, hair ties, earrings, necklaces, and beaded jewelry are strongly discouraged in these areas.
•    Due to the risk of choking, the following clothing and accessories are prohibited:
•    Outerwear with neck strings, including scarves
•    Pants with drawstrings on the waist or bottom that extend more than three inches when tied
•    Bibs, pacifiers, and teethers with ties or strings of any kind
•    Teething beads, including Amber beads
•    When visiting your child's classroom, please ensure that purses, briefcases, or backpacks are not left within reach of children.

  Weapons Policy:
•    Firearms, explosive devices, and other weapons are not permitted on Bright Horizons premises, regardless of any valid permit to carry such weapons.

In addition to the tuition, you will be required to pay the following: 
•    Registration Fee: A non-refundable registration fee of $150 is due upon registration.  After the enrollment interest period ends, families will be contacted by a Bright Horizons representative to discuss enrollment or waitlist status. 
•    Enrollment Deposit: An enrollment deposit equal to one month's tuition will be due when the enrollment offer is accepted. The enrollment deposit will be applied to the first month of tuition. If a family chooses not to enroll their child after accepting the enrollment offer, the enrollment deposit will be forfeited.
•    Annual Re-Registration Fee: A $100 fee per child will be required each subsequent year to cover annual administrative and licensing fees.

Bright Horizons works to recruit and hire the highest quality teachers.  Bright Horizons' staff is nurturers as well as educators who encourage learning through exploration and partnership with parents. They're trained to deliver the highest standard of care.  All candidates undergo a thorough screening, including a Bright Horizons enhanced background check and state-required background checks. All teachers must meet state educational licensing and additional center requirements.

Bright Horizons' goal is to ensure that all health and safety practices are in line with recommendations provided by the CDC and requirements of state and local municipalities and have the well-being of children, families, and staff at their core. Bright Horizons partnered with pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Kristin Moffitt of Boston Children's Hospital to implement enhanced safety protocols, including reduced class sizes, restrictions as to who comes in and out of the center, daily health screening and temperature check upon arrival for adults and children, masks for teachers, staff, and all other adults in the center, as well as strict guidelines on distancing, cleaning, and disinfecting. The team is committed to these protocols every day. And Bright Horizons continues to consult with experts and monitor updated guidance to ensure protocols evolve with new learning around COVID-19 so that children, families, and teachers are protected. For additional information outlining Bright Horizons protocols and safety measures, please visit brighthorizons.com/health-safety.

The capacity per age group and teacher-to-child ratios are summarized below: 

The ratios at the center are designed to support one-on-one interactions between the teachers and children, an in-depth understanding by the teachers of each child's individual needs, and the formulation of consistent caregiving routines based on the teachers' knowledge of the individual children. These teacher-to-child ratios also support enhanced development, particularly language development.

Bright Horizons offers many resources to support families' efforts to nurture children's development, be actively involved in their education, and balance work/life demands.  Bright Horizons Resources can be found at www.brighthorizons.com/familyresources. 

The center is open Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.  It will remain open year-round and follow the Houston Methodist Child Care Center at The Woodlands holiday schedule. 

The center is located at 8328 Highway 242 Conroe, TX 77385

All employees and employees' legal dependents are eligible to enroll in the child care center.  If an employee is PT or PRN they must sign up for full-time enrollment.

No, the center does not offer vacation credits.  

Bright Horizons curriculum, The World at Their Fingertips, is our unique curriculum designed to engage children in active learning that prepares them for school while helping them achieve their individual potential and fostering a spirit of community. It includes curriculum elements such as Language Works, Math Counts, Science Rocks, ArtSmart, Our World and Well Aware that cross all age groups. For more on information on our curriculum, click here.

• Start by selecting the Find a Center link on this page.
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This depends on your child’s age, temperament, and level of maturity. General tips for preparing for the first day of child care include:  

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.