Welcome to River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School

Tuition & Openings
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Our Early Education Programs Offer More Than Daycare

For ages 2 months - 11 years

Infants

Infants

An exceptional place for your baby to thrive and grow
Toddlers & Twos

Toddler/Twos

An engaging world where toddlers learn and explore
Preschool

Preschool

Where curious children become inspired and ready for school
Pre-Kindergarten

Kindergarten Prep

Preparing children for success in kindergarten and beyond
Summer Camps

Summer Program

A welcoming place for age-appropriate fun, friendships, and exploration
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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.

RSVP

Summer Registration

June 30 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Join us for an action-packed summer! Rolling enrollment starts in February.

Questions?
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Meet Our Teaching Team

Camile, Daycare Teacher, River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School, Jersey City, NJ

Camile

I love teaching because: I get the opportunity to watch children grow and develop into self-sufficient learners.

Teaching since: 2010

LenaJill, Daycare Teacher, River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School, Jersey City, NJ

LenaJill

I love teaching because: I love to learn alongside the children. I love staying curious and growing with them.

Teaching since: 2014

Christon, Daycare Teacher, River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School, Jersey City, NJ

Christon

I love teaching because: I love children. I love being creative with them and watching them learn, develop and grow each day. When the light bulb turns on - I love that part!

Teaching since: 2006

Ireina, Daycare Assistant Director, River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School , Jersey City, NJ

Ireina

I love Bright Horizons because: I can make a positive impact on the lives of our future generations.

In education since: 2014

Jennifer, Daycare Teacher, River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School, Jersey City, NJ

Jennifer

I love teaching because: I can be creative with the children.

Teaching since: 2017

Christine, Daycare Teacher, River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School, Jersey City, NJ

Christine

I love teaching because: I like to see the children grow!

Teaching since: 1991

Monica, Daycare Associate Teacher, River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School , Jersey City, NJ

Monica

I love teaching because: I went to school to be a doctor and fell in love with teaching! Helping my nephews/nieces and daughters with school told me I wanted to be a teacher!

Teaching since: 2010

Tishana, Daycare Teacher, River School Newport, a Bright Horizons School, Jersey City, NJ

Tishana

I love teaching because: I love to watch the children grow and overcome milestones.

Teaching since: 2014

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My Bright Day™ for Parents

Our mobile app keeps you connected throughout your child’s day. Get photos, real-time updates on care, learning, and milestones, and stay up to date on important notifications.

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My Bright Day App on an iPhone
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.