About
Bright Horizons is a globally recognized leader in early education and child care, trusted by families and employers for more than three decades. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to support working parents and the organizations that employ them. For families, Bright Horizons operates a network of child care centers and preschools providing developmentally appropriate programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten-aged children — all rooted in a science-informed curriculum designed by early education experts. For employers, Bright Horizons delivers a robust range of family-friendly benefits including on-site child care, back-up care for emergencies, elder care support, college coaching, and global services. Its EdAssist division supports workforce education through employee tuition assistance and student loan support programs. Bright Horizons also offers workforce consulting to help companies design competitive, effective family benefit packages. Whether you're a parent searching for a nearby learning center, an HR professional building an employee benefits portfolio, or an organization looking to attract and retain talent through family support, Bright Horizons provides structured, high-quality solutions tailored to modern work and family life.
Key Features
- Early Education Centers: A nationwide network of accredited child care centers offering infant, toddler, preschool, and kindergarten programs built on a science-informed curriculum.
- Back-Up Care: Employer-sponsored emergency child care and elder care services that employees can reserve on-demand when their regular care arrangements fall through.
- EdAssist Workforce Education: Tuition assistance and student loan support programs administered through EdAssist, helping employers invest in their workforce's ongoing education.
- College Coach: Expert college planning and advising services provided as an employee benefit, supporting families navigating higher education admissions and financing.
- Global Employer Solutions: Customizable family benefits and on-site child care programs for multinational organizations, including tuition subsidies and workforce consulting.
Use Cases
- Working parents seeking high-quality, accredited infant and toddler care near their home or workplace
- Employers designing competitive family benefit packages to attract and retain talent
- HR teams looking to offer emergency back-up care so employees can remain productive during care disruptions
- Organizations supporting employee career growth through tuition assistance and student loan repayment via EdAssist
- Families navigating college planning who need expert guidance on admissions and financial aid as part of an employer benefit
Pros
- 30+ Years of Trusted Experience: Bright Horizons has built a strong reputation as a reliable, high-quality provider of child care and family benefits over more than three decades.
- Comprehensive Employer Benefit Suite: Offers a one-stop platform for employers to deliver a wide range of family support benefits, from child care to education assistance, under one brand.
- Science-Informed Curriculum: Educational programs are designed by early childhood experts and grounded in developmental research, ensuring quality learning outcomes for young children.
Cons
- Premium Pricing: Services are positioned at the higher end of the market, which may be a barrier for smaller employers or families without employer sponsorship.
- Center Availability Varies by Location: Physical child care centers are not available in all geographic areas, limiting access for families in less-served regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups do Bright Horizons child care centers serve?
Bright Horizons centers serve children from infancy through kindergarten, including dedicated programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten-prep aged children.
How do employees access Back-Up Care benefits?
Employees whose organizations offer Bright Horizons as a benefit can log in to the employee benefits portal to schedule back-up care reservations online or by phone.
What is EdAssist by Bright Horizons?
EdAssist is Bright Horizons' workforce education solution that helps employers administer tuition assistance programs and student loan support for their employees.
Can employers customize the benefits they offer through Bright Horizons?
Yes. Bright Horizons offers modular employer solutions including on-site child care, back-up care, elder care, college coaching, and education benefits that can be tailored to an organization's workforce needs.
How do I find a Bright Horizons child care center near me?
You can use the 'Find a Center' locator on the Bright Horizons website, filtering by distance (within 10, 30, or 50 miles) from your location.
