Where little stars learn to shine bright.

BrightStars Discovery Center provides year-round early childhood education in a supportive and enriching environment. Our program features affordable tuition, language learning opportunities, and engaging seasonal activities for young learners.

About Us

Bright Stars Discovery Center is a trusted early learning center in Milpitas, California, serving children from 2 months old through entry to 1st grade. We offer Infant, Toddler, and Preschool programs designed to support every stage of early development. We are proud to be a BBB Accredited Business since 2016, and are fully licensed and insured. We participate in the Choice for Children Subsidized Child Care Program, helping families access high-quality early education.

At Bright Stars, our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and child-centered environment—indoors and outdoors—where children thrive through high-quality, play-based learning. We proudly serve a diverse community of families and are committed to supporting each child’s development with care and respect.

What makes us different.

We take pride in offering more than just care—we provide a thoughtfully designed early learning experience. Our team of experienced and caring educators is deeply passionate about working with young children, creating an environment that is both nurturing and inspiring. Our blended curriculum integrates Montessori principles with play-based learning, fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence. We focus on kindergarten readiness by building strong academic and social-emotional foundations to support each child’s next steps. Every day, children engage in enriching activities across art, music, movement, language, literacy, dramatic play, science, and math. In addition, our Spanish immersion program introduces children to the language and culture through listening, speaking, reading, and hands-on experiences—broadening their worldview from an early age.

Healthy meals = healthy minds.

At BrightStars Discovery Center, we believe nutritious food is essential for healthy growth, focused learning, and overall well-being. That’s why we provide meals, fresh fruits, milk and snacks daily to meet each family's dietary needs.

We view mealtime as a valuable part of the learning experience, helping children build independence, develop healthy habits, and try new foods. Our commitment to nutrition supports not only physical health, but also sharpens focus and nurtures growing minds.

Testimonials

  • My two boys went to Miss Lakshmi's day care when they were 2 and 4 years old. They went enthusiastically to Miss Lakshmi every day. She provided with a nurturing environment and made sure the kids ate well. She has lots of patience and was flexible to our needs as they changed with time. Overall, we (and our kids) had a great experience at her day care.

    Rakesh

  • Miss Lakshmi has been a wonderful influence on my daughter, from preschool through her transition to elementary school. She is incredibly kind, caring, and supportive. Her nurturing approach made a lasting impact on my daugter’s early years, and we truly appreciate all that she’s done. Highly recommend her to any family!

    Snehashree Kampli

  • The best teacher my son has ever had, I really like Miss Lakshmi's teaching plan for children. She captures the children's attention and they also learn many new skills. As for care, she is always attentive to the children and helps me in the transition to leave the diaper.

    Marlin

  • We feel incredibly grateful that our little one had the opportunity to be in Mrs.Lakshmi’s class during his preschool journey. From the very beginning, Mrs.Lakshmi created a warm, nurturing environment that made our child feel safe, valued, and excited to learn each day. What stood out to us was how observant and thoughtful she was—not just in the classroom, but in helping us as parents too. She would gently share tips and suggestions on things like eating habits and routines at home, which really helped us support our child better. She also taught many things that are usually taught at the kindergarten level. As parents, we always felt informed, thanks to her updates and open communication. Thank you, Mrs.Lakshmi, for being such a wonderful guide during the important stage of our child’s life!

    Jahnavi Bonthala

  • Ms. Lakshmi went above and beyond to earn our daughter's trust and made sure she felt safe, loved, and understood. She was always by her side, offering comfort and gentle encouragement every step of the way. Her warmth, patience, and personal attention created a special bond that transformed our daughter's early school years into something truly joyful. Even now, at 9 years old, our daughter still says that her best school experience was with Ms. Lakshmi. That says everything about the kind of teacher and caregiver she is—nurturing, dedicated, and irreplaceable. We will always be grateful for the foundation of love and security she gave our child during those formative years.

    Sowmya

  • Miss Lakshmi is more than just a teacher; she is a mentor, a nurturer, and a quiet force of goodness. Her kindness, consistency, and deep understanding of children have left a lasting impression on my daughter’s heart and mind. The values she instilled from such a young age have become the foundation of my daughter’s character. What touches me the most is how Miss Lakshmi teaches not just with her words, but with her actions. Her grace and patience have been a steady influence in my daughter’s growing years. Even now, my daughter often recalls moments from her early years with Miss Lakshmi with so much warmth and love.

    Haritha

Our Programs

Infants & Toddlers

We provide a warm, nurturing environment where infants and toddlers grow through responsive care, enriching experiences, and strong family partnerships.

  • We follow rigorous health and safety practices, maintain small group sizes, and provide consistent, loving caregivers to ensure a secure, stable environment.

  • Our staff are trained in early childhood development (ages 0–3) and respond attentively to each child’s cues, promoting emotional security and developmental growth.

  • Classrooms are designed for safe exploration and discovery. We offer individualized, observation-based learning that supports cognitive, motor, and sensory development.

  • Through daily storytelling, songs, and conversation, children build early language skills. Social growth and self-help routines—like handwashing, clean-up, and potty readiness—are encouraged in a supportive way.

  • We value strong family relationships and honor cultural continuity. Parents stay involved and informed, with access to resources that support every stage of development.

Preschool

Our high-quality preschool program lays a strong foundation for lifelong learning in a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment.

  • BrightStars is known for its commitment to excellence and trusted care. We create a safe, welcoming space where every child and family feels supported.

  • Our dedicated teachers bring energy, compassion, and early childhood expertise to every classroom, creating meaningful learning experiences each day.

  • Children learn best by doing. Our curriculum emphasizes exploration, discovery, and play—building creativity, confidence, and critical thinking.

  • We prepare children academically, socially, and emotionally for a successful transition to kindergarten and beyond.

  • Our child-friendly environment encourages kindness, respect, and responsibility, helping children grow not just in knowledge, but in character.

Virtual

Our virtual program offers live, interactive classes led by experienced teachers, featuring hands-on activities and creative learning tailored to each child’s interests.

  • Our Virtual Arts & Crafts class invites children to explore their creativity through guided drawing, painting, origami, and both watercolor and oil painting projects. These sessions encourage self-expression while building fine motor and visual arts skills.

  • In the Virtual Music & Movement class, children are introduced to basic music concepts, including musical instruments and note reading. We also offer optional one-on-one beginner piano lessons to support individual growth and interest in music.

  • The Virtual Dance program keeps children active and energized with fun, instructor-led sessions, including free-form dancing and kids’ Zumba. These sessions promote coordination, rhythm, and confidence through movement.

  • Our Virtual Spanish Learning class introduces children to the Spanish language and culture in an engaging and age-appropriate way. Children learn basic Spanish vocabulary and begin to listen, read, and speak simple words and sentences. Designed for children ages five and up, this class also welcomes adult family members who want to participate and learn alongside their child.

Ready to enroll?

We’re honored that you’ve chosen to trust us with your child’s early education. To get started, simply call, email, or visit us in person—we’ll guide you through the next steps. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out by phone, email, or through the contact form below.

We look forward to welcoming your family to BrightStars Discovery Center!

Questions?

We're here to help. You can also browse our FAQs below for answers to common questions about our programs and policies. For additional questions, contact us using the form below, and a member of our team will get back to you shortly.

FAQs

  • We share photos and updates of classroom activities regularly via messaging.


  • We follow all CDC and Santa Clara County health guidelines. Measures include daily temperature checks, staff and parent mask use, contactless drop-off and pick-up, and strict hygiene protocols. Classrooms and play areas are sanitized frequently throughout the day, and supervised handwashing is practiced regularly. Outdoor activities are emphasized for both safety and enrichment.

  • Yes, we proudly accept government tuition assistance programs. Our goal is to make high-quality early childhood education accessible to all families, regardless of income.

  • We work closely with families to support children who are ready for potty training. Our teachers follow a consistent schedule and provide positive reinforcement, keeping detailed records of each child’s progress. We aim to make the experience smooth, encouraging, and developmentally appropriate.

  • Yes. Tuition holds your child’s spot in our program, which is reserved specifically for your family. This allows us to maintain appropriate staffing levels and a consistent classroom environment.

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