Bright Beginnings Preschool

Bright Beginnings has been a game changer for my kiddos and our entire family! My kids strive in the play-based learning environment, and we really benefit from the family enrichment activities. We're very happy we chose this co-op over a regular preschool setting. Highly recommend the toddler transition and preschool classes!

We have spent the last four years at Bright Beginnings and have really enjoyed being a part of this community. Bright Beginnings goes above and beyond to create meaningful and creative experiences for children. There is so much love and energy put into the stations and activities that are available each day at school. It is an enriching environment - never stagnant or boring. I think this is only possible because it is a parent participation school and to create enriching environments takes a lot of resources and energy. And a lot of cleanup!! The teachers are amazing and the parent support really helps to make the school a wonderful place. This school also excels at community building. There are many meetups and get togethers outside of school so children and adults form relationships. If you can commit yourself to participating as a parent then there is no better place to have your child experience the joy of play and friendship! I love this place so much and it will always hold a special place in our hearts as a family!

We first attended Bright Beginnings Preschool 3 years ago for their Parent Toddler Program. It came highly recommended by a friend of a friend, a place to take my toddler once a week for 2 and a half hours. She was very involved with painting and other sensory activities, participated in dramatic/imaginative play, and ultimately, another opportunity to bond with my daughter while introducing her to the idea of "school". For $50 a month I was sold, I dropped the other parent toddler gym membership we had, since I found this alternative a lot easier on our budget and I enjoyed seeing her "have fun" in a classroom setting! When it came time to pursue a Preschool, we visited other "top rated" places in Folsom as well to be fair, and no comparison, Bright Beginnings Preschool had the right environment we were looking for! When we were visiting some places I knew that I did not want my newly turned 3 year old to sit for half an hour and be taught repeatedly about alphabets phonetically! What I love about Bright Beginnings is that the experienced teachers are very approachable, yet respected by the children rather than feared. The teachers actually engage in the playground, garden, even participate in dramatic and imaginative play in the classroom. The children are taught to problem solve by letting their own experiences unfold, rather than be told what the outcome will be. Lastly, I was overcome with the sense of fulfillment and accomplishment I felt as a "working parent" whenever it is my turn to help in the classroom. My daughter is so excited when we drive to school, the fact that for a few hours that day she can show me all the exciting things she is learning first hand. I continue to recommend Bright Beginnings Preschool and it's wonderful staff to everyone. I now have 2 children attending Bright Beginnings and we are thrilled! PLAY BASED education is where it's at, your children have a lifetime of learning in our educational institution so why not let them enjoy these early school age through play & artistic expression...no contest BRIGHT BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL is the choice!

In choosing a preschool for our kids we wanted a place where we could potentially send all our children. We wanted a sense of community not simply dropping our child off and picking them up a few hours later. Most importantly we wanted our children to have a safe, loving, and well-rounded environment to grow and flourish. We are so pleased to have found Bright Beginnings Preschool and are extremely happy with our choice for a preschool. I searched the web endlessly for the "perfect" school for my first child and narrowed my search to about 5 potentials. After going on a tour of each place, observing the teachers and the students we chose Bright Beginnings Preschool. My favorite features of Bright Beginnings Preschool (and what makes our school so great)... 1. Teachers and staff with many years of experience. 2. Well set up classroom and fabulous outdoor play space (huge sandbox, 2 play structures, lots of room to paint, imagine and get messy). 3. The other families- because this is a co-op preschool other families are involved in their child's education as well and it is great to know we have a community caring for my child not just 1 teacher. I encourage you to check out Bright Beginnings Preschool for your child's first experience into school and see, hear and experience why soo many families LOVE it!

We were new to Folsom and heard about Bright Beginnings through multiple neighbors and families we met at local parks. Our son has now been there for two years and the growth we’ve witnessed is significant. Bright Beginning’s “Play-based learning” curriculum has given our son more independence and confidence when interacting with other children and his teachers. His creativity has also increased exponentially and it carries over when he plays with us at home. The Co-op environment is also a great way for parents to be more involved in their child’s development, as well as meet some really awesome families that have become great friends of ours. We would highly recommend Bright Beginnings to all parents looking at preschools in the Folsom area!