
"Our favorite thing about Bright Start is that our son seems genuinely happy to go there every day. All of the teachers are always cheerful and friendly and the environment seems really great for a little kid to play and learn."
- Brian L

"Our favorite thing about Bright Start is that our son seems genuinely happy to go there every day. All of the teachers are always cheerful and friendly and the environment seems really great for a little kid to play and learn."
- Brian L
Preschool & Daycare Serving Washington, DC
Are you wanting to make a difference in a child's life? Then we want you to join our team!
We are SAFE and OPEN !
We are OPEN and provide Phenomenal Safe and fun learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.
Will have virtual Zoom Tours from 9:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. Effective May 18.
Bright Start Earlycare & Preschool will implement safety guidelines
that are consistent with local, state, and federal regulations.
News & Announcements
Bright Start Early Care and Preschool Now Offering Family Meals Service!
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New Location - Bright Start NOMA Coming Soon

A Certified Green Environment For Good Health
The Zono Sanitization Cabinet Ensures Your
Child Is Healthy


A True Family Atmosphere, Your Child’s Home-Away-From-Home
A Culturally Diverse and Inclusive Environment

Children are exposed to different cultures and backgrounds through activities such as:
- Viewing picture books that portray different nationalities
- Respecting different traditions such as Cinco de Mayo
- Learning about different races, for example, when learning about Black History Month
- Center-wide International Day celebrations with lively displays of traditional dress, delicious food, ethnic music, and of course, many different languages

Trilingual Early Care in English, Spanish and French
A Reputation for Exceptional Care
“My daughter Celine started to attend Bright Start in the infant room when she was almost 6 months old. The care she received was top notch. I went to work every day feeling like she was safe and secure, well-kept and well-fed. She’s now in the toddler room, thriving under the care of a wonderful set of new teachers.”
-Tamar K.


Child-Directed Learning, with Expert, Loving Guidance
Other benefits of giving the children the freedom to explore, with gentle guidance, are:
- expanding their executive functions
- Giving them the necessary feedback to develop on what they are thinking and doing
- Giving them the right information at the right time
- Teaching them how to think, not what to think
Enrichment Program Including Yoga, Soccer, Music, Dance, and Drama




Enrichment opportunities taught in-house by specialized instructors include:
- Physical Education such as weekly Yoga and Soccer
- Harambee drumming by Baba Ras d
- Drama with Wolf Trap, a premier Drama Institution, whose resident artist brings stories alive for children
- Monthly Librarian visits for Storytime

Awarded the NAC Accreditation for Excellence



Natural, Fresh, Organic Food, Prepared From Scratch By a Chef


Amazing Astroturf Outdoor Play Area
Secure Entry System for Your Child’s Safety


Livestream Webcam So You Can Check-In at Any Time
“ …They have a video camera that you can check in on–I trust the caretakers but it’s nice to know there’s that accountability. I check in every so often when I miss my little guy and it’s great, I’ll catch his caretakers singing and dancing, being silly and genuinely warm and loving with the little ones. ..” – Elizabeth T.
Parent Communication App Keeps You Up-to-Date


Community Involvement with Gardening, In-House Visitors, and More
what our parents have to say
the founder

MARCIA ST. HILAIRE FINN
Managing Owner
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Director Certificate
Work Experience:
Registered Nurse for 25+ years
Managing Owner of Bright Start Bilingual Center for 17+ years
Motto: “Embrace every child and foster their uniqueness“
our programs
Infant
Pooh Nursery
0 - 12 Months
Younger Toddler
Wobbler
13 - 18 months
older Toddler
Discovery
2-3 year olds – 19-24 months
Preschool
Innovators
2-3 year olds – 19-24 months
YOUNG
preschool
Explorers
24-35 months
Before & After School
3-8 years
Summer Camp
3-12 years

