Bright Horizons attending international forum to share pioneering Early Years wellbeing curriculum

Early Years experts from childcare provider Bright Horizons will be attending the World Forum on Early Care and Education in Orlando, Florida, US, this month and sharing details of Bright Horizons’ innovative Bright Beginnings curriculum.

Bright Beginnings was introduced to Bright Horizons nursery settings in England in 2020 and focuses on children’s emotional wellbeing as the key to successful learning. Based on extensive pedagogical theory and research, the curriculum is designed to acknowledge the individual voice and needs of each child to promote confidence, wellbeing and a genuine love for learning. It also focuses on the significance of the adult role as educators.

Caroline Wright, Director of Early Childhood and Ann Stubbs, Early Childhood Area Director at Bright Horizons, will be representing the company at the event.

Caroline Wright, Director of Early Childhood at Bright Horizons, said: “We're delighted and honoured to be able to share our story with colleagues from all around the world at the World Forum Conference in May. All of the teams in our UK nurseries have contributed to the success of the Bright Beginnings Curriculum and as a result, we have seen significant improvements in children's wellbeing, involvement and self-regulation since we introduced it in November 2020. We want to inspire others so that the biggest possible impact is achieved, ensuring that young children develop the resilience they need to thrive in our ever-changing world.”

The World Forum on Early Care and Education in is being held from 16-19 May in Orlando, Florida, US. Early childhood professionals and advocates from around the world will gather to share and learn from each other. The World Forum Foundation is committed to improving life chances of all world’s children by connecting, informing and inspiring the adults who support the growth and development of young children.

Caroline and Ann’s presentation will share the research behind, and tell the story of the creation of the Bright Beginnings Curriculum, whilst celebrating the impact it has had on the children, and how it empowers early childhood educators in Bright Horizons settings in the UK.