Bright Ideas Preschool (2025-26 Profile)

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Bright Ideas Preschool

Bright Ideas is an early childhod center for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years.

Our program has been recognized by the Chamber of Commerce as Best Woman Owned Business and Best Childcare in Newport County for 4 years by Newport Life Magazine.

Our program recently implemented a STEM curriculum which further insures that the children in our program will be well prepared academically as well as leaving with an enthusiasm for learning. .

Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 50 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten

Year Founded

1991

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

50 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 29%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Maureen Kielbasa

Application URL

School Notes

Bright Ideas has a curriculum which is aligned with the expectations defined by the Rhode Island Early Learning Standards. We have two large playgrounds, an indoor gym and teachers that are nurturing, creative and sincere lovers of education.

Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for Bright Ideas Preschool?

The application deadline for Bright Ideas Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Bright Ideas Preschool located?

Bright Ideas Preschool is located in the Newport East neighborhood of Middletown, RI. There are 3 other private schools located in Newport East.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 50 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Rhode Island is $19,443 for elementary schools and $34,245 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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