Preschool Preschool (2-5) Verified 2022 51 children

Bright Horizons At West 53rd

540 West 53 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

51
Capacity
2 YEARS - 5 YEARS
Age range
1:4
State infant ratio
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About Bright Horizons At West 53rd

Bright Horizons At West 53rd is a preschool located in Manhattan, New York (10019). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services. Licensed capacity is 51 children.

Cost & subsidies in New York

Statewide averages: $2,050/month infant, $1,430/month preschool. Most New York families qualify for assistance through NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Bright Horizons At West 53rd and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about Bright Horizons At West 53rd

Is Bright Horizons At West 53rd licensed?
License status for Bright Horizons At West 53rd should be verified directly with NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services before enrolling.
What ages does Bright Horizons At West 53rd accept?
Bright Horizons At West 53rd serves 2 YEARS - 5 YEARS. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Bright Horizons At West 53rd cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, New York averages about $2050/month for infants and $1430/month for preschool. Contact Bright Horizons At West 53rd for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Bright Horizons At West 53rd enroll?
Bright Horizons At West 53rd has a licensed capacity of 51 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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