Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Bright Beginnings
About the School
- Bright Beginnings has been serving the Jamaica community since 1984.
- We provide infant, toddler, preschool, Universal PreKindergarten, Kindergarten and Afterschool.
- Students are from 2 months to 12 Years of age.
- FREE FULL DAY Universal PreKindergarten for children 4 years of age by December 31st.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Julie Goldman
School Notes
- We accept vouchers from ACD, Begin, HRA, ACS, CWE and 1199.
- We offer a free FULL day program for 4 year olds.
- We are open year round, we have full day, half day, and extended day programs
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Bright Beginnings?
The application deadline for Bright Beginnings is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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