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Brightside Academy is a recognized and accredited child care and school readiness provider in Sto-Rox. Housed in the third floor of the Father Ryan Art Center, we partner with the organization frequently on community events and activities. We are centrally located near Eat N’ Park, Subway, Aldi and Rite Aid. Our academy offers nurturing care in a safe environment to children from 6-weeks- to 12-years-old. We proudly offer the Early Head Start quality program.
Whitney Wall
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.
