Bright Beginnings is an accredited Child Development Center that serves children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our mission is to provide children with the highest quality early education and to support the whole family in achieving their goals. We serve over 60 children daily in a Better Beginnings licensed child care facility. Bright Beginnings’ curriculum promotes school readiness and enhances the children’s physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. Our experienced teachers and AmeriCorps members are committed to providing high quality, developmentally appropriate instruction to create a strong foundation for all of our students. We provide a structured daily schedule which includes time for small and large group activities, music, art, large and small motor development, and outdoor play. Bright Beginnings implements a two-generation approach to services, where we actively engage with parents through Family Fun Nights and parent-teacher conferences to promote their children’s confidence and a true love of learning.
To apply to be added to the Bright Beginnings waitlist, please fill out this form.
curriculum
Bright Beginnings implements a comprehensive curriculum based on the Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards which promotes school readiness and enhances the children’s cognitive, social, and emotional development.
CONSCIOUS DISCIPLINE
The Bright Beginnings staff has been trained in Conscious Discipline – a comprehensive, evidence-based, self-regulation program that integrates social-emotional learning and discipline. Conscious Discipline is a way of organizing our classrooms around the concept of a School Family, where each child learns the skills needed to successfully manage life tasks such as learning, communicating effectively, and getting along with others.
Bright Beginnings is a NAEYC accredited and licensed Better Beginnings Level 6 childcare center.
WHAT WE OFFER
To apply to be added to the Bright Beginnings waitlist, please fill out this form.
To receive more information about Bright Beginnings or to schedule a tour of our facility, please contact our Bright Beginnings Manager at hayley.thomson@ourhouseshelter.org or by calling (501) 374-7383 ext. 208.
Bright Beginnings is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday, excluding major holidays.
Weekly Rates:
Infant (0-18 months) : $142.80
Toddler (18-36 months) : $133.35
Preschool (3-5 years) : $118.00
*Weekly rates are subject to change
*DHS, Foster Care, and TEA vouchers are accepted
*Sibling discounts are available
No! Children who attend Bright Beginnings are residents of Our House and other shelters, enrolled in our homelessness prevention program, and community members seeking high quality education.
There are many ways to get involved in Bright Beginnings:
- Designate your online donation to our Children’s Programs.
- Provide meal service for our Family Fun Nights.
- Provide childcare during special programs or events.
- Volunteer in the Bright Beginnings’ classrooms to assist children and teachers.
- Donate items from our Amazon Wishlist to support the needs of our learners. We are always in need of diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, bottles and sippy cups, and children’s clothing!
To volunteer, please contact the Volunteer Manager at 501-374-7383 ext. 184.
“Brooklyn used to have so much anxiety; she would cry all day for mom. Stability is good for kids, and I can see now that she is happier, smarter, and goofier. She loves helping and sharing with other kids in her class.”
BROOKLYN
FORMER BRIGHT BEGINNINGS LEARNER