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It was 1991 and I was working as an assistant teacher at a Montessori-inspired early learning center. I remember sitting in the staff lounge talking to another assistant teacher who was pursuing her associate’s degree in child development. “What is that?” I recall asking, not knowing what kind of education would lead to a career in early childhood. That question started my educational journey. Over 25 years later, my education and role have changed quite a bit, yet the early childhood educational landscape hasn’t changed all that much.
—Rachel Robertson
Like so many in the field of early childhood education, at Bright Horizons we have strong convictions about learning.
1. We are rooted in the belief that everyone at every age deserves a great education. Learning should not be a privilege, but something all have equal access to. (Access meaning financially, logistically, and personal motivation, confidence, and learning skills.)
2. Similarly, we are acutely aware of the importance of early childhood education and the sophistication of early development. (It is part of what makes our work so inspiring!)
3. Finally, we are committed to supporting the professionalization of our field and doing what we can to support and advocate for ...