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Bright Horizons - Allston
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neighborhood: Allston · Telephone: (617) 789-4323 · Website: www.brighthorizons.com
Contact Info
Bright Horizons - Allston
39 Brighton Ave.
Allston, MA
02134
www.brighthorizons.com
Tel:
(617) 789-4323
Fax:
(617) 787-7636
Director:
Debra Davis
brtn@brighthorizons.com
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General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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School Philosophy and Mission
The Bright Horizons Family Solutions mission is to provide innovative programs that help children, families, and employers work together to be their very best. We are committed to providing the highe...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
9:00 a.m.- circle time with daily calendar, songs, stories etc.
9:30 a.m.- learning centers, special projects, snack
10:30 a.m. – outside time, enrichment programs
12:00 p.m. – lunch
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
3 years
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| Days: | 3 day(s) a week 7:30 am- 1:30 pm |
| Tuition: | $744/Month |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | Yes |
| School year | Year round program |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 years |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Annual Registration Fees - $100
Re-registration Fees - $75
Late Fees - $1/minute
Drop-In Rate (2 hr minimum) - $10
Late Payment Fees (Daily) - $5
Extra Hours (2 hr minimum) - $10
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | While child is in utero, upon birth, after a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, after a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
| Application Information | $100 |
| Acceptance criteria: | Mostly a first come basis, though some centers may have priority access for certain groups based on place of employment or siblings |
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Kindergarten Placement
Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending
- Advent School
- Boston University School
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