Nurture . Explore . Belong. Organic
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Mandarin–English Bilingual Early Learning & Scheduled Drop-in Care
Evidence-based tools and joyful experiences that spark every child’s natural curiosity.
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10/24-10/31/2026
Bright Sun Day Care Is Officially Licensed! — Open House Invitation
We are excited to announce that Bright Sun Day Care is officially licensed by the State of California! To celebrate this important milestone, we warmly invite families to our Open House on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore our thoughtfully designed learning environment, meet our educator, and learn more about our Reggio Emilia–inspired, play-based approach to early childhood education. Our program emphasizes small group sizes, individualized care, secure relationships, inquiry-based learning, and Mandarin-English bilingual opportunities. We welcome families interested in learning more about our program and enrollment options.
Location: 1 Bristol Ct., San Francisco, CA
Phone: (415) 622-8009
We look forward to welcoming you to Bright Sun Day Care!
Nurture · Explore · Belong · Organic
The Benefits of Small, Mixed-Age Family Child Care
Why can small, mixed-age family child care be especially beneficial for children ages 0–3? Research highlights the importance of secure relationships, responsive interactions, and meaningful exploration during early childhood. In a small, family-style setting, educators can provide individualized care, build trusting relationships, and support each child's developmental needs. Mixed-age interactions encourage younger children to learn through observation and imitation, while older children practice communication, empathy, and cooperation. A flexible, inquiry-based curriculum allows educators to follow children's interests, extending learning through visits to museums, parks, and community spaces. These experiences naturally support language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development. Small family child care offers a nurturing environment where meaningful relationships and children's natural curiosity guide whole-child learning.
Our Story:
My professional journey began in media and the arts, where I earned my Master’s degree in Art, but my academic foundation has always been broader. Growing up in China, I completed the rigorous national college entrance examination and was accepted to Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai, building a strong foundation in mathematics and science that continues to shape my interest in STEM.
My journey in education began in 2015 at Saint Mary’s as an assistant teacher, followed by work as a K–12 substitute teacher and later as a lead teacher across different early childhood education programs. I have worked in both family child care homes and center-based settings with children ages 18 months to 5 years and completed my practicum at Bright Horizons. Along the way, I earned my California Child Development Site Supervisor Permit and developed a clear belief: meaningful learning begins with secure relationships, individualized attention, and truly knowing each child.
I also believe behavior is communication. Behind challenging behavior, I often see a child asking for help in the best way they know how. Rather than simply correcting behavior, I seek to understand the need behind it and help children develop healthier ways to express themselves.
At Bright Sun, my backgrounds in STEM, art, and early childhood education come together. I bring the “A” of Art into STEM to create STEAM within a Reggio Emilia–inspired, inquiry-based approach where children wonder, investigate, create, and learn through play and real-world experiences.
These experiences inspired me to create Bright Sun Day Care—an intentionally small, low-ratio, nurturing environment where children can be truly known and valued. I invite families who share these values to join a community where childhood is respected, curiosity is nurtured, and every child has the time, attention, and freedom to grow.
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Enrollment & Bookings
Bright Sun Day Care offers scheduled and same-day drop-off care when space is available, giving families a flexible option for unexpected schedule changes, appointments, work commitments, or simply when you need a little extra support. Once your request is submitted, please wait for confirmation from Bright Sun Day Care. Your spot is secured only after you receive our confirmation.
Scheduled Rate: $70/hour • 3-hour minimum
Same-Day Rate: $100/hour • 3-hour minimum
A one-time, non-refundable fee designed to give families a personalized introduction to Bright Sun Day Care. The consultation includes family orientation, discussion of your child’s routines, interests, strengths, developmental needs, and family preferences, as well as enrollment processing and initial child file setup. We also use this time to begin developing an individualized care and learning plan that supports your child’s unique development and helps create a smooth transition into our program.
Monthly tuition is designed for families who are ready to commit to regular, ongoing care at Bright Sun Day Care. It reserves your child’s recurring schedule and includes individualized care and learning experiences throughout the month.
Families enrolled in monthly tuition do not pay a separate enrollment fee.
Our 12-month enrollment option is designed for families seeking a long-term partnership and a consistent early learning experience for their child. A full-year commitment allows us to plan ahead for your child’s development, build on their emerging interests and skills, and continuously adapt their individualized learning experiences as they grow.
Your child’s space is secured for the entire 12-month term, while tuition remains paid monthly. Families choosing annual enrollment receive our best long-term tuition rate, recognizing their commitment to a full year of care.