BrightPath South Elgin Child Care Center
BrightPath Child Care Center in South Elgin is set to open in the winter 2025. We are dedicated to providing high-quality child care, pre-k, daycare, and preschool for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art center is designed to create a warm and nurturing learning environment.
Founding Families Discount - Save Up to $850
Be among the first to join our BrightPath South Elgin community and unlock exclusive savings through our Founding Families Discount! Eligible families can receiveup to $850 in tuition credits during their first year, plus complimentary enrichment programs like “Read with Me” and Cooking Classes. Availability is limited to the first group of enrolled families. Learn more about the Founding Families Discount.
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2000 McDonald Road South Elgin, IL 60177
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Open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Call for Enrollment: 630.409.0299
Center Programs
Our age-specific programs provide enriching experiences tailored to each stage of early development. Click on the program below to learn more information.
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Center Offerings
Upcoming Events for Families
Bee Thankful & Grow with Us!
BrightPath South Elgin is excited to invite interested families to learn about our center and be thankful together during the holiday season! Families can enjoy crafts, story time, and participate in a community pantry drive. Explore our center, meet our staff, and learn about all the great things that BrightPath has to offer!
📅 Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Location: 2000 McDonald Road South Elgin, IL 60177
We can’t wait to see you there!
Center Director
Ruth Van Duzer joined BrightPath South Elgin in the fall of 2025, bringing over 35 years of experience in the child care industry and a bachelor’s degree in in early childhood education.
Ruth’s favorite part about being a center director is making connections with the children, families, and staff.
She is married with one son and four cats. In her spare time, she enjoys walking, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She also loves vacationing in southern Michigan.

Award-Winning Culture
We’re proud to be recognized as a 2025 Winner for the Culture at Work Award, a 2025 Silver Stevie® Award in Consumer Services, and the 2024 Winner of the Kudos Culture Leader Award. We strive every day to provide top-level support to our staff at over 250 daycare locations throughout the United States and Canada.


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