Where bright minds start developing and bright futures begin.
A licensed, faith- and play-based, multi-sensory home daycare in the Gatewater Landing community of Glen Burnie, led by Mrs. Marjorie McLennon, M.Ed., with more than 15 years of teaching.
MSDE licensed #258780
Maryland EXCELS Level 1
Child Care Scholarship accepted
Daily updates in Brightwheel
Ages
6 weeks to 12 years
Weekdays
6:30 am to 5:30 pm
Evenings and weekends
Evenings 6:00 pm to 11:59 pm, weekends as needed
Meals
Breakfast and snack, USDA guidelines
Programs for every age
Every group follows the Creative Curriculum for family child care, with Abeka Bible and reading, hands-on learning centers and outdoor play every day.
6 weeks to 12 months
Infants
Face-to-face play, songs, stories and plenty of cuddles in a warm, secure space. Each baby gets individual attention on a steady schedule.
12 to 36 months
Toddlers
Music, stories and hands-on centers that build language and independence, with help along the way to potty training.
3 to 5 years
Preschool and Pre-K
Monthly themes, daily circle time, early literacy, math, science and Spanish to get ready for kindergarten.
School age
Before and after care
We drop off and pick up at Rippling Woods Elementary and Point Pleasant Elementary, with homework help, games and outdoor time before and after school.
Flexible
Evening, weekend and drop-in
Evening care from 6:00 pm to 11:59 pm for parents who work late, weekend care as needed, and single drop-in days.
Tuition
Tuition and openings
We share weekly rates and current openings on your tour, along with the Parent Handbook.
Help paying for care
We accept childcare subsidies and will walk you through the paperwork.
Maryland Child Care Scholarship (CCS)
For Maryland parents who are working, looking for work or in school.
Child Care Aware of America
Fee assistance programs for eligible military and federal families.
Military families (MCCYN)
Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood fee assistance.
A day at Bright Starts
A steady routine with plenty of room for play, movement and discovery.
Arrival and breakfast
A healthy start from a USDA-guided menu.
Bible time
Bible stories, songs, prayer and the pledge, right after breakfast.
Circle time
The theme of the month at the learning wall.
Learning centers
Blocks, dramatic play, science, art and sensory play that engage all five senses.
Outdoor play
Gross motor time and fresh air, inside and out.
Rest, snack and school pickup
Quiet rest, an afternoon snack, then homework help for school-age children.
Meet your provider
“My goal is to make a meaningful educational difference in the lives of young children and their families.”
Mrs. Marjorie McLennon owns and directs Bright Starts. She holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and a master’s in early childhood administration from Grand Canyon University. She and Pastor Jerome have cared for Glen Burnie families for years.
CPR and First Aid
Medication Administration
SIDS training
Emergency Preparedness
Yearly MSDE training
What parents say
★★★★★
“To say we felt safe is an understatement. Throughout his 2 year enrollment his mind was nurtured, he found his voice, and was even potty trained.”
Andrea Barksdale
★★★★★
“Ms Marjorie and Pastor Jerome provide high quality care and have a heart for children. Overall the daycare felt like family.”
Susan Price
★★★★★
“It was truly amazing watching him grow and flourish. We loved the educationally focused environment.”
Kris Redding
Is your family part of Bright Starts? We would love to hear about your experience.
Enrolling is simple
1. Call us
Tell us your child’s age and the care you need.
2. Visit with your child
Tour the space, meet Mrs. McLennon and get the Parent Handbook.
3. Apply
Submit the pre-enrollment form. We reply with an acceptance letter.
4. First day
Get photos and updates all day in the Brightwheel app.