Learn to Play, Play to Learn

Bright Beginnings Folsom is an early childhood community co-op offering programs for infants through school-age children–it’s a place where families experience education, friendship and community.

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Bright Beginnings Folsom is an early childhood preschool & parent co-op offering programs for infants through age 8 children. It is a place where children learn through play and hands on activities. Families experience education, friendship and c
Thank you to everyone who helped with the success of this year’s Bright Beginnings Bike A Thon! The children had an incredible time on the fun filled course and they learned a lot as well! Preschoolers learn many skills from riding a bike, inc
Please join our amazing & unique Outdoor Nature Program, PlayON! PlayON is Bright Beginnings Folsom’s Outdoor Nature program and is a series of classes expressly for children to explore the wonder and fun of nature. Class locations are held
The annual Bike A Thon was so fun! Thank you so very much to Clipped In For Life for providing many exciting and interactive items to use for our annual Bike A Thon Event! The children had a blast going under the giant arch, riding through the stream

Testimonials

  • “Bright Beginnings is an amazing play-based cooperative preschool with an unmatched team (director, teachers, board) that go above and beyond to ensure that children and their families feel well-supported and equipped with the tools necessary for successful early childhood education and well-being. Bright Beginnings fosters a broad range of skills in children-- from social skills to gross and fine motor skills as well as setting foundations for academic learning. The unique ability for parents to work in the classroom allowed me to see how the teachers carefully observed the children in order to discover their interests and passions, and would then create relevant learning opportunities. Working in the classroom and attending parent education events empowered me with effective strategies to utilize as a parent in my own home, something for which I am very grateful.”

    Carla s. (Yelp)

  • Bright Beginnings is a wonderful environment that nurtures social and emotional intelligence while providing a strong foundation for academic learning later on. The children are given a true play based educational experience that is both intentional and purposeful. The community is extremely supportive, my family has developed many meaningful relationships during our time here. I highly recommend checking it out.”

    -Jenni P (Yelp)

  • “Amazing. The best preschool I have ever sent my children to. I knew that there were many choices living in Folsom, but Bright Beginnings was a more-than-pleasant surprise. It's an intimate, loving place that has an incredible group of teachers and involved parents. I also really like that it's a not-for-profit place, where parents serve on its board, not just people watching the bottom line. And being this way also keeps tuition very affordable.

    Bright Beginnings also helps me feel more of a sense of community, too. Moving to Folsom was a bit intimidating with many newcomers and also long-term residents. Bright Beginnings has been the first place that I feel like I truly BELONG with people. Friendly, mellow types who really want the best for their little ones.  

    I'll say it again, amazing. Just amazing.”

    -Rita M. (Yelp)

Bright Beginnings Folsom admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.