Bright Ideas Childcare

Our philosophy can be explained by our logo, a lighthouse. We chose a lighthouse because of its symbolism. The purpose of a lighthouse is very important yet often overlooked. Even though, during a journey on the ocean one does not encounter a lighthouse very often, it is there when it is most needed. It is strong and ready to keep the sailors from harm by steering them away from danger and using its light to show the best path to travel. The lighthouse guides the ships so that they may avoid dangerous areas and safely reach their home ports.

At Bright Ideas Childcare we believe that our job is much like that of a lighthouse. During the journey of life, the early years go by so quickly yet they are so important. Our goal is to keep your child from harm by steering him/her away from danger and guiding them down a safe path until they return home with you. The light keeper position was not fulfilled by one person alone. They lived with and depended on their family members for help and support. Teaching and nurturing a child cannot be done alone, but by working together we can provide positive and educational experiences to ensure their safety and expand their mind.

Bright Ideas Childcare was established to provide a safe place for children ages 2 months-6 years (with a limited number of school age children 7-9 years) to play and learn in a comforting and positive atmosphere. We believe the first step in a childs learning and development is feeling safe and welcome. When a child is comfortable they are able to become confident and begin to understand their own self worth and that of other people in their world. They are ready to experiment with their own independence and are eager to learn.

Children learn best by doing things themselves. This may at times look like just playing but play is a childs work. We provide opportunities for children to expand their emerging abilities and interests within the five main areas of development. These areas are: Fine Motor Skills, Gross Motor Skills, Cognitive Development, Social and Emotional Development and Speech and Language Development. We use age appropriate equipment, supplies and activities so that they can advance at their own pace. Children are given the freedom to try new skills and to sharpen those that they have already learned. We approach learning in a fun, enthusiastic way to capture the childrens interest. We want learning to be fun.