1 / 6BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC
License issued (IL)1800 RIDGE RD, HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
DCC in Cook County, Illinois
- Hours
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Licensed for
- 120 children
The public record
- License number
- 417159
- License status
- License issued (IL)
- License type
- DCC
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
- Address
- 1800 RIDGE RD, HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- +17089229000
- Website
- Not listed
Hours
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
What Illinois licensed
Illinois licenses day care and overnight care separately, so BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC is listed against each one it holds. Every figure is a ceiling the state set, not a count of places free.
- Day care, ages
- 6 weeks to 12 years
- Day care, licensed for
- 120 children
- Languages reported
- English
Amenities and accessibility
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Onsite services
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
How the reviews split
The 4.2 average comes from 45 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star31
- 4 star6
- 3 star0
- 2 star2
- 1 star6
From Google
Recent parent reviews
My son attended Bright Start from the time he was 1.5 to the time he was 5 & graduated the program. His favorite parts were the food & the friends. My favorite parts were the academics, fun activities he got to do including holiday parties, the Bible stories and verses they taught him in the Crayola classroom, and the peace of mind I felt dropping him off everyday. From Circle Time to crafts and walks and playing at the park to learning his ABCs, numbers, emotions, seasons, days of the week, and eventually even sight words, he learned and grew so much here. Their Winter and Summer programs were always a treat to attend as well, watching the kids show pride in their performances. This is a warm, nurturing, safe environment for young children that certainly does give them a “bright” “start”. They don’t just entertain your kids, they really focus on teaching, in an age appropriate way according to state standards. We loved our Bright Start experience and would recommend it to others.
Nicole MontalvoJul 10, 2025After months of waiting and being on the wait list, they called me and said they had an opening for my kids and they could get us in as soon as the following week. We set up a time for a tour. I got there and did the tour for her to tell me after they didn't have any open spots. She then emailed me a link to get back on the waitlist. It was a complete waste of my time and I took off work to be there. From the time she called to the time of the tour was only 2 or 3 days. Why waste people time like that.
rosemarie webbJun 6, 2025My 3y son loves this place. It offers a nurturing environment to learn and grow. The staff is attentive and caring. The facilities are clean and safe. They have an indoor and outdoor space for playtime. Every time I pick him up he comes out happy waving goodbye to everyone.
Se DomJun 8, 2024I 100% recommend Bright Start for your childcare needs. I love how well they work with my toddler from day 1 welcoming her with open arms! Ms Alana made her enrollment fast and simple and always checks in to see how well she’s doing. Best daycare in the south suburbs🙂
Marie HollowayJul 17, 2023I have to say - since my daughter started Bright Start back in November 2018, she has learned so much. she absolutely loves this daycare. The teachers here are so kind and they genuinely care for these children. I love how bright Start always involves parents in all activities. If you’re looking for a center to actually teach your child and prepare them for school, this is it!
AngMay 16, 2019My son has been attending Bright Start since October 2018 and it has made a great impact on him. He has totally came out of his shell. The staff is excellent and very professional. It really shows how much they love the children! My son comes home counting in Spanish and his vocabulary has exploded. I am amazed everyday but the things he says. He is learning so much at Bright Start and I highly recommend them .
Patricia GibsonMay 9, 2019
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
Questions parents ask about BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC
Is BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC a licensed child care provider in Illinois?
- Yes. BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC holds Illinois licence 417159, listed as "License issued (IL)" by the Department of Children and Family Services, licensed as a day care center in Cook County. Confirm current standing at sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov before enrolling.
What ages does BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC accept?
- Illinois licenses BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC for children 6 weeks to 12 years during the day, with a licensed day capacity of 120. The span is what the licence permits, not a statement of which ages have places free.
What languages are spoken at BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC?
- The licence record lists English. That is what the provider reported to the state, not a guarantee that a speaker is on site at every hour.
Does this page show inspection results for BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC?
- No. Illinois publishes monitoring and licensing reports going back to 2010 through Sunshine at sunshine.dcfs.illinois.gov. Those reports are not included here, so nothing on this page reflects BRIGHT START CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL, INC's inspection history either way. Look the provider up there and read the monitoring record.
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About this record
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Family Services. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
Where this comes from
- Primary. The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services provider record, published through DCFS Sunshine, licence 417159. Monitoring reports back to 2010 are published there and are not included on this page.
- Context. Our explainer on how Illinois daycare licensing and inspections work, and on Illinois child care assistance.
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