More Than Just A Daycare serving Brighton, CO and the Surrounding Areas

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Our Thornton Childcare center is a lot different than most…

A Child’s Touch Christian Preschool began in 1977 and is located on three lush acres with a variety of outdoor learning areas. The back area is over an acre and contains more than 15 playgrounds plus children’s museum type outbuildings for drama and role-play. There are nature outdoor classrooms for all age groups including infants and toddlers! There are more than enough playgrounds to challenge every age and lots of open space to run and move. We invite your child into a natural world of learning and wonder with room to grow and ever-changing play areas for all their years at ACT.

A Child's Touch Programs

More Than Just Brighton "Infant Daycare"

More Than Just Brighton "Toddler Daycare"

More Than Just Brighton "Potty Training Daycare"

Brighton Preschool

Brighton Pre-Kindergarten

Brighton Kindergarten

Brighton Summer Camp

Your Search For the "best daycare near me" is over! Come Tour A Child's Touch For Exceptional Childcare That Inspires Growth!

Faith-Based Childcare Supporting Brighton Families Since 1977

Are you a Brighton family looking for childcare that nurtures your child’s spiritual growth alongside their academic and social development? At A Child’s Touch, we welcome families from Brighton and the surrounding areas to discover our exceptional approach to early childhood education—one that honors children as God’s precious gifts and celebrates their natural curiosity, joy, and potential.

Located just a short drive from Brighton, our 3-acre campus in Thornton has provided nearly five decades of faith-based education to local families. Our expansive, nature-rich facility offers Brighton children a truly unique environment where learning, play, and spiritual growth blend seamlessly in a nurturing Christian atmosphere that’s worth the brief commute.

Why Brighton Families Choose A Child’s Touch

Brighton parents deserve more than standard daycare options. At A Child’s Touch, we’ve created an educational sanctuary where children thrive through hands-on exploration, creative play, and faith-based learning experiences.

Your Brighton child will discover our extraordinary grounds featuring 15 specialized playgrounds including:

  • A breathtaking 2,400 sq. ft. redwood castle that inspires imaginative play and adventure
  • A dedicated soccer field where children develop physical skills while learning teamwork and cooperation
  • A peaceful nature area designed to foster appreciation and wonder for God’s creation
  • Our distinctive Woodworking Barn equipped with age-appropriate tools for hands-on building projects
  • An engaging General Store where children practice real-world skills through imaginative play
  • Flourishing gardens where young hands plant seeds, tend growing plants, and harvest the fruits of their labor
  • The reverent Circle of Honor teaching respect for God, country, and those who serve
  • Enchanting water features where splashing and play combine with learning about natural systems

Brighton families will appreciate that our exceptional outdoor learning environment has earned national recognition as one of the first 100 certified Nature Explore playgrounds in the entire country, with certification from the prestigious Arbor Day Foundation.

Comprehensive Programs for Every Brighton Child

We understand that Brighton families need quality childcare solutions for children of various ages. A Child’s Touch provides complete year-round programs:

  • Infant Daycare (6 weeks to 12 months): Gentle, attentive care in a stimulating environment designed specifically for our youngest blessings
  • Toddler Daycare (1-2 years): Guided exploration and discovery as curious toddlers begin their learning journey
  • Potty Training Daycare (2-3 years): Supportive guidance through this important developmental milestone
  • Preschool Childcare (3-4 years): Expanding horizons through play-based learning and social development
  • Pre-K Childcare (4-5 years): Thoughtful preparation for academic success while nurturing creativity and wonder
  • Kindergarten (5-6 years): Faith-centered academic excellence with experienced educators
  • Summer Camp (up to 13 years): Engaging activities that make learning fun throughout summer months

Brighton parents value that our programs are staffed by over 40 dedicated team members who truly become like family to the children in our care. With remarkably low staff turnover, your child develops consistent, meaningful relationships—creating the stability and trust that Brighton families seek in childcare, even when traveling from neighboring communities.

The ACT Academics© Curriculum: A Different Approach for Brighton Children

Brighton deserves more than conventional daycare approaches. Our distinctive ACT Academics© curriculum embraces creative, experiential learning that engages children on multiple levels.

We’ve developed our educational philosophy around the understanding that children learn most effectively through active, hands-on experiences. While traditional worksheets remain static, our dynamic outdoor learning environments change and evolve, just like your child’s developing mind.

Each day brings new opportunities for Brighton children to learn about God’s world through immersive activities designed to spark wonder, joy, and spiritual growth. Our Christ-centered teaching nurtures values of acceptance, respect, and gratitude—character traits that will benefit your child throughout their entire life journey.

Building Strong Partnerships with Brighton Parents

We firmly believe that parents are their children’s first and most important teachers. That’s why we intentionally build collaborative relationships with you as parents and primary caregivers.

Through open communication, regular updates, and mutual respect, we work together to support your child’s development and help them reach their full God-given potential. Brighton families become valued members of our extended community, sharing in the journey of nurturing young hearts and minds.

Our core values guide every aspect of A Child’s Touch:

  • Faith: Aligning our hearts with Christ to passionately serve the children, parents, each other, and the world.
  • Honesty: Building trust through transparency, consistent performance, and responsiveness.
  • Respect: Practicing active listening and treating each person with the kindness and dignity they deserve.
  • Fun: Embracing joy, celebrating life’s moments, and fostering a spirit of adventure each day.
  • Creative Curiosity: Encouraging innovation and wonder as we inspire children to explore God’s creation.

Begin Your Child’s Journey with Us

Brighton families deserve exceptional faith-based childcare that nurtures the whole child. We invite you to schedule a personal tour of our unique facility, conveniently located just a short drive from Brighton. Experience firsthand what makes A Child’s Touch the preferred choice for families throughout the Brighton area.

Our knowledgeable team is ready to answer your questions about our programs, educational philosophy, and how we can meet your Brighton child’s specific needs. From our loving infant rooms to our engaging kindergarten classes, we provide a continuous educational journey rooted in faith and discovery.

Contact us today to learn about current availability, program details, and enrollment information for Brighton families. Give your child the precious gift of joyful, faith-centered early education at A Child’s Touch, where we’ve been igniting children’s natural love of discovery for almost 50 years.

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