Brighton Latchkey
- Our Brighton Latchkey Center has been open since 2015 and provides care for children grades Kindergarten to 5th Grade.
- Our hours are from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Our Brighton Latchkey Program is fully licensed as Day Care Centers by the Illinois Dept. of Children and Family Services.
- In collaboration with the Brighton School District, we provide care on site at the Brighton North School to help with the ease of transition from the school day to our program. This program is open year round for before and after school as well as holidays and school breaks!
The Brighton Latchkey Program Provides:
- Full and Part-week care for ages up to 12 years of age
- Before and After School Care
- Full Day School age program during holidays and summer
- Full background check on all employees
- CPR & First Aid trained staff in every classroom
- USDA approved healthy meals & snacks
- Sibling and Monthly discounts available
- Online bill pay available
- State subsidies accepted from DCFS and DHS for parents working or attending school
School Age Care
For children Kindergarten through 5th grade
- Bus Transportation provided by districts
- Care Provided On School Holidays, Snow Days and Summer breaks
- Friendly, stimulating environments
- Hands-on interactive activities
- Homework assistance
- All Meals Provided
- Outdoor activities daily (weather permitting)
Latchkey Director
Lauren Phillips
Ms. Lauren is our Latchkey Director at our Brighton location. She has been a part of Step By Step for the past four years. During that time, she has had the privilege of building meaningful relationships with children, families, and staff while gaining valuable experience and pursuing her degree in Early Childhood Education.
As Latchkey Director, Ms. Lauren is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and fun environment where every child feels supported and encouraged to learn and grow. She is excited to continue building strong connections with families and working alongside staff to make the program the best it can be.
As Latchkey Director, Ms. Lauren is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and fun environment where every child feels supported and encouraged to learn and grow. She is excited to continue building strong connections with families and working alongside staff to make the program the best it can be.
Contact Us
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Address
Main Office402 N MapleBrighton, IL 62012
Location Address201 East City Limits RoadBrighton, Illinois 62012On-Site Cell Phone: 618-303-9466
Location Address201 East City Limits RoadBrighton, Illinois 62012On-Site Cell Phone: 618-303-9466
Get In Touch With Us
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Childcare Assistance & Online Payments
Fees for enrollment are based on a child's age and the number of days they are enrolled. Please e-mail or call us for more information on payment plans and the sibling discount.
Employment Opportunities
All employees must be at least 19 years of age. All employees are required to pass a complete background check (with fingerprinting) and physical per DCFS regulations.
Our Curriculum
We pride ourselves on our Developmentally Appropriate learning activities based on the Creative Curriculum approaches.