🎉 New Daycare Launching in 2027 — Enrolments Now Open!

Welcome to Bright Start

Building Bright Futures!

Providing a welcoming environment where children can learn, grow and thrive.

About Us

Bright Start — where little ones grow, learn & build futures

Bright Start Day & After Care Centre is a trusted, nurturing early childhood centre giving every child a bright start in life. In our safe, loving and stimulating environment, children learn, play and grow at their own pace — building confidence and a strong foundation for a bright future through play-based learning and individual care.

We offer day care, after care and weekend babysitting, providing flexible, reliable care for busy families. At Bright Start, your child is not just looked after — they are loved, guided and prepared for lifelong success.

Children learning and playing together at Bright Start Day and After Care Centre in Thulamahashe

Our Vision

To be a trusted and nurturing early childhood centre where every child is given a bright start in life, encouraged to discover their potential, develop confidence and build a strong foundation for a bright and successful future.

Our Mission

To provide a safe, loving and stimulating environment where children learn, play, explore and grow, supporting their emotional, social, physical and cognitive development through play-based learning and individual attention.

Moments of Joy

A happy brother and sister smiling together at Bright Start Day & After Care Centre
Happy children playing together outdoors at Bright Start Day and After Care Centre

Our Services

Care for every part of your child's day

We offer daycare services, aftercare services and weekend babysitting — flexible, reliable care designed around the needs of families in Thulamahashe.

Bright, colourful day care classroom at Bright Start in Thulamahashe

Daycare Services

Full-day care in a safe, happy and stimulating environment. Children enjoy play-based learning, structured activities and attentive care throughout the day, with our doors open from 05:30 to 19:30 to suit working parents.

African children doing homework together at Bright Start Day & After Care Centre

Aftercare Services

After-school care that keeps children safe and supported once the school day ends. Children can settle in, enjoy a snack and quiet time, and receive help with homework in a calm, caring space until you collect them.

Children playing happily at home with a weekend babysitter

Weekend Babysitting

Reliable weekend babysitting for busy families. Whether you need a few hours for errands, a family event or a well-earned break, your child is cared for in a warm, familiar and safe environment.

 

Fees & Payment

Enrolment fees & how to pay

Clear, straightforward fees for daycare, aftercare and weekend babysitting. Please confirm the latest fees with us before making a payment.

Daycare

Registration (one-off)

R500

Bright Beginnings
0 – 18 months

R1 100

Bright Explorers
18 – 36 months

R900

Bright Discoverers
3 – 4 years

R700

Bright Achievers
4 – 5 years

R700

Aftercare

Registration (one-off)

R150

Grade R – 3
per month

R300

Grade 4 – 7
per month

R350

Weekend Babysitting

Per day

R150

Hourly rate

On request

How to pay — Bank Transfer (EFT)

Pay via an electronic bank transfer using the details below. Please use your child's full name as the payment reference.

Bank
FNB
Account name
Bright Start Day & Aftercare Centre
Account number
63230672031
Branch code
250036
Account type
Cheque Account
Reference
Child's full name

After paying, please send your proof of payment to WhatsApp 078 075 3902 or call 072 847 8921.

Uniform Supplies

Bright Start uniform & clothing

Official Bright Start uniform items are available to order. Please confirm sizes and availability with us before making payment.

Navy Sport Short
R250
Sport T-shirt
R200
Gold T-shirt
R250
Tracksuit Jacket
R450
Tracksuit Pants
R300
Khaki Skort (girls)
R250
Khaki Shorts (boys)
R250
Beanie
R150
Floppy Hat
R250

Uniform Banking Details

Uniform payments are made directly to the uniform account using the details below.

Account Holder
Tinyiko Mayinga
Bank Name
Capitec
Account Number
1622435123
Branch Code
470010
Reference
Child's name + uniform

Why Parents Choose Us

Trusted childcare built around your family

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Safe & Nurturing

A secure, caring environment where every child feels happy, settled and at home.

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Caring Team

Attentive, friendly staff who know each child by name and care for them like family.

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Learning Through Play

Age-appropriate activities and play-based learning that make every day fun and meaningful.

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After-School Support

A safe space after school with homework help and a calm place to unwind until collection.

Our Centre in Pictures

A warm place to grow

Take a look at the happy moments and everyday learning that happen at Bright Start.

Contact & Enrolment

Get in touch with Bright Start

We would love to hear from you. Call, WhatsApp or send us an enquiry about enrolment.

Prefer to talk to us directly?

Call or WhatsApp us and we will be happy to answer your questions about enrolment and availability.