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Free, publicaly-funded, high-quality early preschool education for all families living within the city limits of Philadelphia, eligible for children ages 3 and 4 before September 1st.. We believe every child deserves a strong start, regardless of family finances.
A federally funded program providing comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support services for children ages 3-5 from low-income families.
The birth-to-age-3 companion to Head Start, offering early learning, health, and family support services for eligible infants, toddlers, and expectant families.
Brightside Academy – Erie & Castor is an accredited Philadelphia child care and school readiness provider in the Juniata area. We service children from 6-weeks- to 12-years-old and are conveniently located near Family Dollar, Farmacia Americana, Laundry Mat, and Santander Bank. Our caring staff provides nurturing care in a safe, modern, state-of-the-art learning environment. We proudly accept CCIS and the Head Start quality program.
Mahlah Nazulme
Regional Manager
We serve children from 6 weeks to 12 years old across our various programs, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Our academies are open Monday through Friday, with extended care available from 6:00Â a.m. to 6:30 p.m. depending on the Academy location to support working families. Hours may vary slightly by location, so please check your local center’s page or contact us to confirm.
Yes. We accept child care subsidies and vouchers, and we partner with programs like Head Start, Pre-K Counts, PHL Pre-K, and ELRC to make quality early education accessible. Our team can help you determine what you may qualify for.
We maintain low student-to-teacher ratios to give every child individual attention, with ratios that follow state licensing standards and vary by age group. Our infant and toddler classrooms have the smallest ratios, and ratios increase as children get older.
Getting started is easy. You can enroll online, call us, or schedule a tour to visit in person. Once you reach out, our enrollment team will walk you through availability, program options, and any paperwork needed to secure your child’s spot.
Yes. We provide three nutritious meals a day plus snacks that meet USDA nutrition standards, and they’re offered free of charge to families who qualify. Our menus are designed to satisfy both the dietary needs and the tastebuds of growing children.
