BCC Policies and Procedures Reminder 16 May 2023, 7:17 pm

I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend and is having a great start to their Spring season!

I want to remind all parents, staff, and children to refer to our Parent Handbook re: policies and procedures. We are so lucky to have such an incredible team of staff at our Centre. Hence, our slogan: BEST TEAM; Beautiful, Empowered, Strong, Teachers who Teach, Empower, Assist and Mentor. We are all so lucky to have them working with our children!!

I want to ensure all parents understand our written policies and procedures: Specifically, referring to the following:

• “Use of harsh or degrading measures or threats or use of derogatory language directed at or used in the presence of a child that would humiliate, shame or frighten the child or undermine his or her self-respect, dignity or self-worth; and
  
• “Inflicting any bodily harm on children, etc” (p.16, Parent Handbook, 2023). – when addressing bullying, the daycare will use a progressive discipline approach. Progressive discipline allows the daycare to choose from a range of options to address the behaviour and help the student learn from his or her choices. Some examples include: an apology for a hurtful or disrespectful comment, a review of the expectations for the student, a meeting with parents/guardians, anger management counselling, having the individual removed from the centre. The Brighton Children’s Centre will not tolerate bullying in any form. If a parent is unwilling to assist the centre with their anti-bullying approach, the centre will have the right to decline care” (p. 21, Parent Handbook: 2023)

Moreover, concerns about the Suspected Abuse or Neglect of a child everyone, including members of the public and professionals who work closely with children, are required by law to report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect. I want to remind our families that our policies and procedures are in alignment with the “Golden Rule” – treat others how you want to be treated.

I hope all families understand that it is imperative we work collectively for the children and abide by our guidelines; to ensure we can provide your children with a happy, safe, and healthy environment while you are at work. All our Educators love what they do and it is important we abide by the guidelines set in the Parent Handbook. Please call me if you have questions or concerns as I can happily meet in person or can make myself available via telephone or email Monday to Friday! I hope you all have a wonderful day! Thank you for your time and patience.

Kind regards,
Brynn Jones, B.A.
Executive Director, Brighton Children’s Centre 

Waitlist Updates 16 May 2023, 7:16 pm

The Brighton Children’s Centre is very proud to see the infant room progressing so smoothly. Please note, waitlist spots are currently on hold until your position becomes available. The infant build, kitchen, preschool bathrooms and new Executive Director Office will be located within the new build! We cannot wait for the opening! Coming soon! Tentative date last stated: June 30, 2023

Kind regards,

Brynn Jones, B.A.
Executive Director,
Brighton Children’s Centre

Summer Programs are now full! 16 May 2023, 7:15 pm

As our 2023 Summer program approaches, we are pleased to announce that we are filling up fast! Our school-age program is at full capacity and our KinderCare program has a few remaining spots. If you are looking to receive more information regarding summer care and/or looking to be added to our waitlist, please contact Brandi at 613-475-1811 or by email listed below.

We look forward to a fun filled summer!

Brandi Hall – brightonccsupervisor@outlook.com

Infant Room Construction 24 Aug 2022, 6:23 pm

Construction is well underway here at BCC! Everyone has been enjoying watching daily as our construction team works diligently to create 10 new infant childcare spots for Northumberland County!

Please continue to monitor this page for any new Infant room updates!

Holiday Closures 13 Oct 2021, 7:42 pm

Please note that this year we are following along the KPRDSB calendar. As per this change, Brighton Children’s Centre will be closed December 20^th, 2021 until January 3^rd, 2022. Our last day of operation this year will be December 17^th as we close at 6:00PM and we will re-open January 3^rd 2022 at 6:30AM.

Thank you families for a wonderful year and we hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday break!

Important Notice – August 16 2021 16 Aug 2021, 8:31 pm

Please be aware that as of August 16,2021  there has been a confirmed case of covid within an immediate  family member of the Toddler/Preschool programs. At this time, we are asking parents to please keep your child (who attends these programs or is a sibling of a toddler/preschooler) home for the designated isolation period of 14 days. Management will be keeping families updated as more information is made available. Please be patient as we are working with our local health unit and following all current COVID guidelines and polocies.

If families have any questions please contact management at 613-475-1811 between the hours of 7:00AM-5:00PM or via Email.

Thank you for your understanding and patience during this time.

-BCC Management

February 5th Closure 5 Feb 2021, 1:22 pm

This morning we received news from STSCO and KPRDSB that due to weather, for the safety of staff, children and families we are unable to provide services today. Due to the inclement weather the school is unable to operate and due to regulations the daycare is unable to open. We apologize for the inconvenience and we are very excited to see everyone on Monday February 8th 2021. We hope everyone has a wonderful and safe long weekend!

Thank you,

Brynn Jones,
Executive Director
Brighton Children’s Centre
24 Elizabeth St.
Brighton, ON
admin@brightonkids.ca
613-475-1811

Closed Family Day – Stat Holiday 2 Feb 2021, 3:12 pm

Dear Parents,

Just a reminder we are closed Family Day, February 15, 2021.

We look forward to seeing all families on Tuesday, February 16, 2021; as operations will begin again at 6:30am – 6:00pm.

If you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact me.

Thank you,

Brynn Jones,
Executive Director
Brighton Children’s Centre
24 Elizabeth St.
Brighton, ON
admin@brightonkids.ca
613-475-1811

Hallowe’en Spirit Week 13 Oct 2020, 2:10 pm

Thanksgiving Holiday Closure 24 Sep 2020, 3:11 pm

Please remember that Monday October 12th is thanksgiving; as it is a statutory holiday the centre will be closed.

We will be resuming normal business hours on Tuesday October 13th 6:30 am – 6:00 pm. We would like to thank parents for their understanding and wish them a wonderful thanksgiving weekend and holiday!