Our Curriculum

Creates developmentally appropriate educational environments that empower children to be confident, successful, lifelong learners.

Our School-Age Program
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School-Age Summer Camp

"The land is where our roots are. The children must be taught to feel and live in harmony with the Earth." -Dr. Maria Montessori
We offer a dynamic summer camp program for children ages 6-12. Our camp provides children with fun opportunities to explore, create, and enjoy the wonders of the season. Each weekly session provides a unique thematic program so children can experience a variety of topics in depth. Learning at Bright Horizons is a journey of discovery, investigation, experimentation, and collaboration. Read More

What Parents are Saying

Our greatest advocates are our families.

"Bright Horizons is an invaluable resource to children, parents, and the community. The school is sensitive to the needs of each individual child, as well as each individual family. They work together with you to achieve a safe and nurturing environment for learning and foster the growth potential in your child."

World at their Fingertips

Our curriculum, The World at Their Fingertips, provides intentional guidance and rich experiences that build upon individual strengths and talents. With our child development professionals at their sides, children at Bright Horizons are assured of getting the care that they need, the creative learning experiences they enjoy, and the intellectually challenging opportunities they deserve.

Learning at Home

Pumpkin exploration and making Pumpkin seeds!

You Will Need:

1 pumpkin, cooking spray, salt or cinnamon, kitchen knife, baking sheet, nonstick cooking spray, paper towel, spatula

Directions:

First, cut the pumpkin in half and encourage your child to explore its insides After he is finished playing with the pumpkin, have him help separate the seeds so you can roast them together.

Pumpkin Seeds Roasting
Step 1: Separate the seeds from the pumpkin guts. Rinse the seeds just until they are free of any stringy pumpkin matter.

Step 2: Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 3: Put the seeds on a paper towel and let them dry for a few minutes.

Step 4: Spray a baking sheet with butter-flavored nonstick cooking spray. Put the seeds on the baking sheet in a single layer, turning to coat lightly with the spray. Sprinkle the seeds lightly with salt or cinnamon, if desired.

Step 5: Put the baking sheet in the oven. Cook the seeds for 10 to 20 minutes, or until brown and slightly crisp, turning once in the middle of cooking. Allow the seeds to set out to cool down before you and your child taste them.

Tip:

Infants and toddlers should not eat the seeds – they’re a choking hazard. They can still explore and paint the pumpkin, though.

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Parent Involvement

We partner with families to provide children the most enriching personal growth experience balanced with a superior education. We welcome and encourage families to participate in the many opportunities we offer to join our school community. At Bright Horizons, we live the notion that “it takes a village to raise a child”, and our inclusive attitude toward our families reflects our belief that together we create outstanding individuals and exemplary world citizens.

A few ways to be involved include:

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Manheim Central School District