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About Brightside Academy Early Care & Education
Brightside Academy Early Care & Education at **4829 Lancaster Ave** is a center-based childcare provider that describes its curriculum as a **school readiness** program with a **technology curriculum** and hands-on learning, designed to prepare children for formal school while encouraging exploration and socialization.[1][2] It serves children from **2 months to 13 years old** per the Brightwheel listing, while Brightside Academy’s location page for the same address says it serves **6 weeks to 12 years old**.[1][2] Notable features include **before- and after-school care**, a **summer camp** program for school-age children, and acceptance of **CCIS** and **PHMC Head Start quality program** participation.[2] The center also states that enrolled children receive **free diapers, training pants, and wipes** while attending the academy.[2]
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Is BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE & EDUCATION in PHILADELPHIA, PA licensed?
Yes. BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE & EDUCATION holds an active childcare license issued by DHS (Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning). All providers listed on CloverMap are verified against DHS's public licensing database.
What ages does BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE & EDUCATION serve?
BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE & EDUCATION accepts Pre-K 4 (age 4), school-age children. Use CloverMap's age filter on the Browse page to find additional providers serving your child's age group in PHILADELPHIA.
Does BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE & EDUCATION accept the CCIS childcare subsidy?
Yes — BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE & EDUCATION accepts Pennsylvania's CCIS (Child Care Information Services subsidy) subsidy. Families who qualify can reduce their weekly co-pay to as little as $0. Visit Pennsylvania's CCIS program page to check your eligibility.
How much does BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE & EDUCATION cost per month?
BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE & EDUCATION has not published tuition rates publicly. Contact the center directly for current pricing. Pennsylvania families may qualify for CCIS subsidies and federal childcare tax credits that can significantly reduce costs.
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