Welcome to Bright Horizons at Longacres

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Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare

For ages 1 month - 5 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

Dawn, Daycare Center Director, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Dawn

I love Bright Horizons because: Dawn is our Center Director. She loves the Seahawks and spending time with her family.

In education since: 2002

Herminia, Daycare Cook, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Herminia

I love Bright Horizons because: Herminia is our Support Cook and helps provide all of the meals for the center.

In education since: 2003

Edna, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Edna

I love teaching because: It is about forming connections and building trusting relationships with the children.

Teaching since: 1999

Carol, Daycare Cook, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Carol

I love Bright Horizons because: Carol is our Head Cook.

In education since: 1998

Susana, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Susana

I love teaching because: Susana is one of our Kindergarten Prep Teachers.

Teaching since: 1997

Lisa, Daycare Lead Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Lisa

I love teaching because: Lisa is one of our Infant Primary Teachers.

Teaching since: 1999

Reesa, Daycare Associate Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Reesa

I love teaching because: Reesa is one of our Associate Teachers.

Teaching since: 1995

Shannon, Daycare Lead Educator, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Shannon

I love Bright Horizons because: Shannon is one of our Education Coordinators and part of the Leadership Team.

In education since: 1998

Patrice, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Patrice

I love teaching because: Mrs. Janell is our Art Studio Teacher.

Teaching since: 2013

Nadia, Daycare Assistant Director, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Nadia

I love Bright Horizons because: Nadia is our Health & Safety Director! She joined Bright Horizons in 2008 and is excited to continue to support teachers and children.

In education since: 2008

Rebecca, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Rebecca

I love teaching because: Becca is one of the Toddler Teachers at our center.

Teaching since: 2008

Deanne, Daycare Instructional Coach - Washington State, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Deanne

I love Bright Horizons because: Deanne is the Education Coordinator at our center and part of the Leadership Team.

In education since: 1987

Brenda, Daycare Associate Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Brenda

I love teaching because: Having the opportunity to work with families, children and teachers is what makes my role here unique, rewarding, and inspiring.

Teaching since: 1995

Priya, Daycare Lead Educator, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Priya

I love Bright Horizons because: Priya is one of our Preschool teachers, she enjoys that you can see the excitement in children as they discover new things.

In education since: 1998

Jen, Daycare Associate Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Jen

I love teaching because: Jen is one of our Preschool Associate Teachers.

Teaching since: 2016

Chantrelle, Daycare Associate Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Chantrelle

I love teaching because: Chantrelle is our Music and Movement Teacher.

Teaching since: 2018

Maryan, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Maryan

I love teaching because: I love teaching because it allows me to contribute to the growth and development of children. I love seeing my students grow, learn, and succeed.

Teaching since: 2019

Variah, Daycare Teacher, Bright Horizons at Longacres, Renton, WA

Variah

I love teaching because: I value education and I truly believe that children can learn anything.

Teaching since: 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we provide breakfast, lunch and 3 snacks daily.  We have 2 full-time cooks who prepare our meals on-site, with a focus on freshly prepared foods and fresh fruits and vegetables. 


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.


All Bright Horizons staff are trained regularly in CPR. 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 2nd or 3rd 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.


We have spacious playgrounds for each age group we serve, including plenty of grass, running space, sand boxes and riding toys.


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


The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) has developed standards to define and recognize quality child care programs. In order to be accredited, a child care program must meet a variety of strict criteria, including having a well-trained faculty, good staff-child ratios and group sizes, and a comprehensive curriculum, as well as meet stringent health and safety standards. The program must also provide meaningful opportunities for family involvement.


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


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

Ask about our educational goals


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.


 Yes! Prospective parents can schedule a center visit by completing our Tuitions and Openings form from our center website. 


Yes! Bright Horizons strives to and has successfully accommodated a wide range of special needs and individual differences in our group programs.  We believe in inclusive programs that attempt to meet the needs of a wide range of children and which focus on each child’s strengths. We support a collaborative team approach – the teacher, director, specialists, and parents. The team will work closely together to try to maximize each child’s opportunities for learning, growth, and development, and to attempt to eliminate any barriers or safety issues which a group program may present.

Speak with our center director


  • 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.