K-8 · 28 Years of Smiles!
Hello, future genius!

Where every day
is a brand new
ADVENTURE!

At Bright Minds Elementary, we mix big ideas with bigger smiles. Curious learners, creative thinkers, and lifelong friends start here.

Hi there, friend!
A for Adventure
B for Bright
C for Curious
D for Discover
E for Explore
F for Friendship
G for Grow
H for Happy
A for Adventure
B for Bright
C for Curious
D for Discover
E for Explore
F for Friendship
G for Grow
H for Happy
Our Programs

Big Ideas for Little Heroes

From paint-stained smocks to prize-winning science fairs—our programs spark joy and curiosity in every kid.

Science & STEM

Volcanoes, robots, and gooey experiments—learn by doing, every single day.

Ages 5-13

Creative Arts

Paint, music, theatre, and pottery. Every kid is an artist—we just hand them the tools.

Ages 5-13

Reading & Writing

From first words to first novels—stories that take you everywhere.

Ages 5-13

Sports & Play

Soccer, swimming, gymnastics—because strong bodies build strong minds.

Ages 5-13

Music Academy

Learn an instrument, join the choir, write your own songs!

Ages 6-13

World Languages

Spanish, French, Mandarin—open the world, one word at a time.

Ages 7-13
By the Numbers

Lots of happy reasons to join us!

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Happy Families
Stories

From the families who love us

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My daughter literally runs to school every morning. The teachers know each kid by their interests—it feels like a giant warm hug.

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Jennifer Morales
Mom of Mia, Grade 3
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Eli used to hate reading. Then his teacher made him a reading detective. Now he won't stop! Bright Minds saw exactly who he could become.

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David & Tara Chen
Parents of Eli, Grade 5
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The science fair changed everything. Our shy kid stood up and explained her volcano to a room full of people. Bright Minds builds confidence quietly.

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Priya Kapoor
Mom of Anya, Grade 4
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Three of our kids went through Bright Minds. All three are now thriving in middle school. The foundation here is just unbeatable.

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Robert Williams
Dad of three Bright Minds alumni
About Us

A school that celebrates every kid

For 28 years, Bright Minds has been the friendliest neighborhood in education. We believe school should feel less like a building and more like a treehouse where amazing things happen.

Our 12-acre campus has more art studios than test rooms, more kindness than rules, and a teacher-to-kid ratio that actually means something: 1:14.

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Meet the Team

Our amazing teachers

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Ms. Rivera
Kindergarten Lead

Maria Rivera

"Every kid is a story I get to help write."

14
years
320
alumni
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Mr. Jacobs
Science Wizard

James Jacobs

"My classroom has more goggles than chairs."

9
years
11
fairs
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Mrs. Kim
Reading Coach

Sue-Ann Kim

"A book changed my life. So I hand them out."

18
years
2k
books
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Coach Tran
P.E. & Wellness

Coach Andy Tran

"We don't pick winners. We grow them."

11
years
5
cups
Got Questions?

We have happy answers!

What ages do you accept?
We welcome students ages 5–13, from Kindergarten through Grade 8. Our pre-K program (ages 3–4) runs as a separate morning program.
What's the class size?
Our average class is 16 students with 1 lead teacher and 1 assistant. We never go above 18 in a single classroom—every kid gets seen and heard.
Do you offer financial aid?
Yes! 32% of our families receive partial or full scholarship support. We believe a great education shouldn't depend on a family's bank account.
What does a typical school day look like?
Mornings start with circle time and core subjects (reading, math, science). Afternoons are for arts, sports, and project-based discovery. Plus two recesses—because brains grow on swings, too.
Do you have after-school programs?
Absolutely! Our extended day runs until 6 PM with homework help, clubs (chess, robotics, drama, coding), and outdoor play. We've got you covered until pickup.
How do I schedule a tour?
Easy! Fill out the form below, give us a call, or email admissions@brightminds.edu. We host tours every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 AM and once a month on Saturdays.
Let's Chat!

Ready for awesome? Let's talk.

Fill out the form, give us a ring, or just stop by. We promise: cookies on tour day.

Visit Us

248 Maple Park Drive
Riverdale, NY 10471

Call Us

(212) 555-0184
Mon–Fri, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Email

hello@brightminds.edu
admissions@brightminds.edu

Tour Days

Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10 AM
First Saturday monthly @ 11 AM

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