Bright Horizons Family Solutions (NYSE:BFAM), Inc. (NYSE: BFAM) is a leading provider of employer-sponsored child care, back-up care, and educational advisory services. Since its founding in 1986, the company has grown into a global organization offering full-day, part-day, and drop-in child care centers as well as back-up care for children, adults, and the elderly. Bright Horizons partners with corporations, universities, and government agencies to deliver on-site, near-site, and virtual programs that support work-life balance, talent retention, and employee well-being.
In addition to its core early education and care businesses, Bright Horizons offers tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance programs, college coaching, and life coaching services designed to help employees at every stage of their family and career journeys. The company’s educational advisory services guide families through the college search and application process, while its global tuition solutions team works with employers to develop custom reimbursement programs. By integrating digital resources with in-person support, Bright Horizons addresses both everyday child care needs and long-term educational planning.
Bright Horizons operates more than 1,200 child care centers and back-up care locations across the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Netherlands, India and other international markets. The company’s extensive network includes branded centers as well as partnerships with local providers to ensure consistent quality and safety standards. Headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, Bright Horizons is led by Chief Executive Officer Stephen Kramer and a seasoned executive team with deep expertise in early childhood education, human resources, and global operations. Through strategic acquisitions and organic growth, the company continues to expand its footprint and innovate new solutions for working families.
