Bright Ideas Preschool

Bright Ideas is an early childhod center for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years.
Our program has been recognized by the Chamber of Commerce as Best Woman Owned Business and Best Childcare in Newport County for 4 years by Newport Life Magazine.
Our program recently implemented a STEM curriculum which further insures that the children in our program will be well prepared academically as well as leaving with an enthusiasm for learning. .

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 50 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1991
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 29%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Maureen Kielbasa
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School Notes

  • Bright Ideas has a curriculum which is aligned with the expectations defined by the Rhode Island Early Learning Standards. We have two large playgrounds, an indoor gym and teachers that are nurturing, creative and sincere lovers of education.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Bright Ideas Preschool?
The application deadline for Bright Ideas Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bright Ideas Preschool located?
Bright Ideas Preschool is located in the Newport East neighborhood of Middletown, RI. There are 3 other private schools located in Newport East.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 50 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Rhode Island is $20,869 for elementary schools and $34,245 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Rhode Island is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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