Bright Ideas is an early childhod center for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years.
Our program has been recognized by the Chamber of Commerce as Best Woman Owned Business and Best Childcare in Newport County for 4 years by Newport Life Magazine.
Our program recently implemented a STEM curriculum which further insures that the children in our program will be well prepared academically as well as leaving with an enthusiasm for learning. .
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1991
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 27%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Maureen Kielbasa
School Notes
- Bright Ideas has a curriculum which is aligned with the expectations defined by the Rhode Island Early Learning Standards. We have two large playgrounds, an indoor gym and teachers that are nurturing, creative and sincere lovers of education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Bright Ideas Preschool?
The application deadline for Bright Ideas Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bright Ideas Preschool located?
Bright Ideas Preschool is located in the Newport East neighborhood of Middletown, RI. There are 3 other private schools located in Newport East.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Bright Ideas Preschool is St. George's School (3.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is All Saints STEAM Academy (0.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
All Saints STEAM Academy
(Catholic)
Grades: NS-8 0.6 miles 915 West Main Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 848-4300
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 848-4300
0.6
NS-8
n/a
Sea Rose Montessori Co-op
Montessori School
Grades: PK-3 | 35 students 1.8 miles 324 E Main Road- St.marys Church
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(617) 697-6563
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(617) 697-6563
1.8
PK-3
35
Grades: NS-8 | 218 students 2.4 miles 110 Sandy Point Ave Litle Slocum Farm
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-4646
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-4646
2.4
NS-8
218
Grades: PK-K | 88 students 2.4 miles 143 Peckham Ln
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-9251
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-9251
2.4
PK-K
88
Kinderart Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: K | 43 students 2.8 miles 146 Aquidneck Ave
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-0685
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-0685
2.8
K
43
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