
Half day program and drop-in learning in Durham, NC
Welcome to Brighter Day Half Day Program! We offer safe, engaging, and flexible half day program for children ages 2–5, along with 2 Saturdays out the month drop in service from 10am-2pm, and a parents night out at least once a month. Give your child a fun, enriching environment whenever you need extra support.
Our flexible child care programs
Designed to fit your family's schedule, our programs blend active engagement, creative learning, and fun social interaction for every age group.
Half day Program
Our half day program provides up to 4 hours of care from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Monday through Friday, for ages 2–5. We do offer drop in for families during this time as well. Our day consists of learning, enrichment activities, and a snack time. We offer enrichment activities such as music and Spanish throughout the week. We also offer speech and occupational therapy as well to ensure we have services to reach every child!
Engaging daily activities
Our morning sessions are packed with creative learning, hands-on games, and group fun. Plus, we provide a light morning snack and a nutritious light lunch before dismissal at noon.
Drop in and Parents Night Out
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday out the month we will have drop in care open from 10am-2pm. Appointments are greatly appreciated so we can ensure we have enough staff, but not needed. Once a month we will also offer Parents Night Out (PNO) from 5pm-9pm. These programs are for ages 2-13.
Simple rates and easy enrollment
We make quality child care convenient and transparent for Durham families. Discover our affordable rates, flexible payment options, and simple drop-in registration process.
Give your child a brighter morning today
Ready to experience convenience and high-quality care? Contact us today to check availability or reserve your child's spot for our half day program and/or drop-in care.
Frequently asked questions
What ages do you accept for drop-in care?
We welcome children from ages 2 through 5 for weekday drop-in care. For weekend and PNO we take ages 2-13.
What are your hours of operation?
Half day runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (maximum 4 hours per day). Saturday drop in from 10am-2pm. PNO from 5pm-9pm.
Are meals or snacks provided during drop-in care?
Yes! We provide snack. Since our program ends at 12 we do not provide lunch.

Get in touch with us
Brighter Day
Durham, North Carolina
Hours of operation
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Half Day Program)
1st and 3rd Saturdays, appointment preferred, from 10am-2pm
Parents Night Out (PNO): 5pm-9pm