Working parents shouldn’t have to choose between child care and early education. Our programs ensure you don’t have to, offering convenience for your workday, and enriching learning experiences for your child.
Bright Horizons Daycare in Washington DC
Bright Horizons in Washington, DC offers quality, year-round programming, flexible 2, 3, 4, and 5-day schedules, and a number of convenient child care locations throughout DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Bethesda, Falls Church, McLean, Chevy Chase, and Silver Spring. Explore our childcare centers in the capital neighborhoods including Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Federal Triangle, and East End.
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Health, Safety, and Wellness at Our Washington, DC Centers
Parents nationwide trust Bright Horizons to care for their children. Expert-informed policies; health, safety, and wellness built right into our curriculum; and safe spaces designed for learning and exploration — you’ll find it all in our centers.
Staff dedicated to ensuring that we set the highest standards in all areas
Strict handwashing and sanitary policies to prevent the spread of illnesses
Secured entrances to all centers and supervision policies to keep children safe
Frequent cleaning and disinfecting of high-touch surfaces, toys, and laundered items
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What Questions Should I Ask a Daycare Provider?
What ages does Bright Horizons in Washington, DC serve in its daycare program?
Most of our Washington, DC child care centers serve children ages six weeks to six years. Bright Horizons is more than daycare. We have programs with developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants, toddler, preschool and pre-K.
I've looked at other daycares in Washington, DC with long waitlists. What if I want to enroll at a Washington, DC Bright Horizons center but space is not available?
What is the background check process for daycare staff at Bright Horizons Washington, DC child care centers?
Bright Horizons conducts comprehensive background checks on all prospective employees and frequent visitors. In Washington, DC, the state of MD Department of Youth and Families requires background checks for employees of a daycare or licensed child care facility.
Bright Horizons background checks consist 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.
Is it safe to send my child to a Washington, DC daycare or preschool?
Do Bright Horizons daycare centers follow state/local requirements for masking and vaccinations?
Where there are additional state or local requirements, for example around vaccination/masking, Bright Horizons also complies with applicable legal requirements in each jurisdiction in which we operate.
Are daycare staff at Bright Horizons in Washington, DC trained in CPR and First Aid?
All Bright Horizons Washington, DC staff are trained regularly in CPR /First Aid and Universal Precautions. You can feel confident that your child is safe and receiving the best care possible while in our care. Families of children in our care use the to get photos, real-time updates on care, learning, and milestones, and stay up to date on important notifications.
All Bright Horizons Washington, DC staff receive ongoing training, including CPR/First Aid and Universal Precautions. You can feel confident that your child is healthy, safe, and thriving while in our care. Bright Horizons families use the MyBrightDay mobile app daily to get photos, real-time updates on care, learning, and milestones, and to stay up-to-date on important notifications.
Is Bright Horizons a Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia area daycare?
Bright Horizons has a number of Washington, DC Metro area, Maryland, and Virginia locations. Search by zip to find the one closest to you.
At Bright Horizons we make sure you can enjoy the convenience of daycare combined with a quality early education experience. We focus our daily experiences on comprehensive, optimum development of each child: mind, body, social self, and character. Here's how we do it:
Preparing Children for Success in Life by:
- 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 by:
- 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
- Happy days
- Wonderful relationships
- A World of experience
How much does daycare in Washington, DC cost?
Daycare tuition depends on your child’s age, as well as your choice in center location. To get a customized tuition quote for Bright Horizons in Washington, DC, we will set up a Zoom meeting with you to discuss your family’s needs and calculate what tuition would look like for you.
Does Bright Horizons in Washington, DC have baby daycare?
Yes. Most of our locations offer infant care programs for children starting at six-weeks old. We're happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for expectant parents who would like to learn about why Bright Horizons can offer more than a daycare, even for our youngest learners. Bright Horizons in Washington, DC is a great place for babies.
Does Bright Horizons in Washington, DC have a toddler daycare?
Yes. Most of our locations offer toddler programs for children to start to explore independence, language development, and social skills. We're happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for parents who would like to learn about why Bright Horizons can offer more than a daycare. Find out what toddlers learn in our Washington, DC child care programs.
Does Bright Horizons in Washington, DC have a daycare preschool program?
Yes. Most of our locations offer preschool and pre-K programs for children that prepare them for school success. We’re happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for parents who would like to learn about why Bright Horizons can offer more than a daycare and what school readiness at Bright Horizons in Washington, DC looks like.
Is Bright Horizons a good place to work in the DC Area?
Yes, but don’t just take our word for it! We’ve been named 20 times as one of FORTUNE's 100 Best Companies to Work For, and are honored to be the only child care company to ever make the list.
Is Bright Horizons hiring daycare teachers in Washington, DC?
Yes. Please visit our careers site to view all active Bright Horizons job openings in your area. Our careers site allows you to search for all open positions (part-time, full-time, and temporary) in our centers, including positions at client center that only enroll families who work for specific employers.
How can I find child care when a Washington, DC daycare center is closed?
Having a sitter or two familiar with your family can be extremely helpful when you need back-up care. With the Sittercity app, you can search for local babysitters and nannies, or post a job detailing your needs, and have interested child care providers reach out to you directly. The Sittercity app has built-in screening tools that give you control to hire with ease and confidence, which include secure messaging, interview booking, professional references, and background checks.
How are working parents supported by Bright Horizons in Washington, DC?
Bright Horizons in Washington, DC supports the whole family because we know that success at work and success at home go hand-in-hand. We designed our centers, programs, and schedules to keep the needs of both children and parents in mind.
What is the difference between daycare and in-home child care in Washington, DC?
With a babysitter or nanny in your home, your child gets personalized, one-on-one attention in an environment controlled by you. Your child care will match the exact schedule you need, all in the convenience of your home. If desired, you can also get house management help from your in-home provider. A daycare facility tends to be a more cost-effective option in an environment designed for learning and whole child development, with age-appropriate curriculum and structured socialization. In the end, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to child care—pick the environment that’s best for you.
Does Bright Horizons have summer care in DC?
Does Bright Horizons in Washington, DC allow children with special needs to enroll in daycare?
Yes. Bright Horizons in Washington, DC accommodates a wide range of special and individualized needs in our group programs. We offer inclusive programs that focus on each child’s strengths and support a collaborative team approach with the teacher, director, specialists, and families. The team will work closely together to maximize your child’s opportunities for learning, growth, and development, and minimize any barriers or safety issues that a group program may present.