Our Services
For more than 50 years, Brighton has been the cornerstone of early intervention services for children with disabilities in San Antonio.
Beyond teaching about 1-2-3 and ABC, Brighton’s Preschools focuses on developing curious, creative, and connected children who know no limits!
Brighton helps kids in school get the evaluations, assessments and services they need from the school through our free workshops and one-on-one education advocacy support.
About Us
Brighton is the largest non-profit providing direct services to children with disabilities and developmental delays in San Antonio.
For more than 50 years, Brighton has been the cornerstone of early intervention services for children with disabilities in San Antonio. Through therapy, specialized skills training, early childhood education, parent workshops and education advocacy, Brighton has the perfect combination of the right services at the right time to give children every opportunity they need to reach their full potential now and in the future.
4,000
We provide services to nearly 4,000 children every year in San Antonio.
200+
Brighton has more than 200 licensed therapists, degreed teachers, advocates and more with an annual budget size of over $22M.
Noah’s Story
Here’s a true story about a little boy who has a whole team cheering him on.
From almost the very beginning of his little life, Noah did things that were out of the ordinary. Instead of walking, he tip-toed. He would rock himself and sometimes spin in circles for long periods of time. Developmentally, he was falling farther and farther behind others. But then, one eventful day, a new opportunity was realized.
If you’re interested in supporting our mission to help children like Noah achieve their full potential, donate or become a sponsor. Your help is instrumental in helping to change the lives of children and their parents.
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Testimonials
Brighton offers families hope, caring, understanding, education and every bit of it is 100% from their hearts. Our daughter has benefited from ALL of the services that Brighton has to offer. They have become like another family to us and they will always be a part of our lives.
Testimonials
It was nothing short of a miracle. Brighton offered affordable services, in home visits, and the friendliest/most knowledgeable therapists. A weight was lifted off our shoulders and we knew we had a team in place who cared for and about Ishan as much as we did.
Testimonials
Brighton’s advocate, Girasol, really helped us get our 3 year old son the services he needed from our local school district. After getting incorrect information from the school district about my son’s eligibility for services, Girasol educated not only our family but also the school district. She reviewed our son’s evaluation documents and talked with us on the phone about the entire special...
Testimonials
My daughter was at Brighton for almost three years. It was a great place for her that provided a positive learning environment and child-centered staff. My daughter learned empathy and acceptance from her peers and teachers. The center is NAEYC accredited and teachers are knowledgeable of developmentally appropriate practices. They truly care about the children and families with whom they work and...
Testimonials
My two boys are now attending Brighton. We tried enrolling my 2 year old at another daycare and he hated it. He would cry as soon as he saw the school and was always crying when I picked him up. Needless to say we took him out in less than a week, and looked for another daycare for him and my infant. That’s when we found Brighton. It’s night and day at Brighton! We are on our second week and t...
Testimonials
As a young child I went to Brighton Center On Higgins, they were all such amazing respectful caring and phonominal people! I am so very thankful for all Brighton has done for me! I 100% recommend Brighton Center for anyone, having been at Brighton when I was a child. I loved every minute second of my time there!! Brighton has changed my life and made me want to become a Special Education Teacher.
Resources
Learn more about the resources that are available to you. Brighton works with a variety of agencies in and around Bexar County to ensure our families have every support they need.
Latest News & Blogs
How Specialized Skills Training Supports Cognitive Development in Children Ages 0-3
Brighton Center’s Taste of the Northside 2025: “Fiesta for All” Celebrates Community Spirit While Transforming Young Lives
Planning Fun Summer Activities for Kids In & Around San Antonio
Navigating the Admission, Review, & Dismissal (ARD) Process & ARD Meetings
Developmental Delays & Embracing Early Childhood Development
Autism Awareness: Recognizing the Signs of Autism and Finding Autism Resources in San Antonio
Video Spotlight: Transition Options After Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Services
Finding Balance: Supporting All Your Children’s Needs
Helpful Information: Understanding Section 504 and the Upcoming Texas v Becerra Hearing
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Act Now! Apply for the Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) Program
Video Spotlight: Becoming the Best Advocate for Your Child
Overcoming Communication Obstacles: Help for the Deaf or Hearing-Impaired Child
Mid-Year Check-in: When to Consider Extended School Year Services
Strategies for Supporting Cognitive Development in Young Children with Autism
Video Spotlight: Key Special Education Terms to Know
Covered Care: Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Services Supported Through Medicaid
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Navigating Your Child’s Special Needs Journey
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“I Have an ECI Referral. Now What?”
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Parents’ Role in Early Childhood Development
Video Spotlight: Benefits of Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
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ECI Family Spotlight: Cassius “Cash” Janes Bearden
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Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder
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Brighton Center Recognized Nationally as 13th Best Nonprofit to Work for in 2024
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The far-reaching effect of Medicaid Reimbursement Cuts to Special Education Students in Texas Public Schools
The Power of Quality Time: Nurturing Strong Bonds with Your Preschooler
Sensory Processing and Sensory Safe Activities
IEP Meetings and the Role of Parents and Guardians
Mental Wellness & Mental Health in Special Education
A Toddler Toys Holiday Gift Guide
The Profound Impact of Reading Aloud to Children of All Abilities
Cooking With Your Kids: Fall Edition
Promoting Early Childhood Development Through Pediatric Physical Therapy
Dyslexia, Special Education, and IEPs
Transitioning from Texas ECI Services to Texas Public School Services
Unsung Heroes in the IEP Journey: Special Education Teachers
It’s Never Too Early to Make a Difference in a Child’s Life
Back to School Tips for Parents of Special Needs Kids
Why Summer is the Best Time to Potty Train Your Toddler
Life after ECI – What comes next?
Water Safety Precautions to Enhance Your Family’s Summer Fun
Individual Education Plans (IEPs) & Measuring their Effectiveness
Celebrating Speech Language Pathologists
We Get By With A Little Help From Our Friends
It Just Takes Imagination
Fun Facts About Occupational Therapy
Enriching Our Communities Through Inclusion
Trisomy 21
Brighton Center’s Pathways to School Readiness
5 Things to Do After a “Special Needs” Diagnosis
Eight Ways to Apply Howard Gardner’s Theory at Home
School breaks interrupt our child’s progress! What do we do?
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Brighton Center Receives $35,000 from 2022 Valero Benefit for Children
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Play for Free
7 Great Reading and Story Time Activities
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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Protections
Resources in Response to the Robb Elementary School Shooting
Picky Eaters
5 Tips for Effective Communication with Your Child’s IEP Team
Brighton Center Nationally Recognized as one of the Best Nonprofits to Work For
Bedtime Routines and Kids
Let’s go OUTSIDE!
Healthy Brain Development in Infants and Toddlers
Beyond Sensory Bins: Movement and Routine Based Sensory Systems Strategies for your Preschooler
How to Help Babies Adjust to Daylight Saving Time
Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES) through State of Texas
Families – Children’s Primary Teachers
Merry & Brighton 2021
Transporting Missions with Purpose
Brighton Center CEO Transition Announcement
Grand Opening of Facility & Program Expansion!
Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union continues to support the kids of Brighton
Brighton Once Again Ranked a Best Nonprofit to Work For!
Texas Loves Teachers Tour – H-E-B recognizes Brighton Center
Brighton Best ‘Learning Center/Tutor’ & Best ‘Day Care’ in San Antonio
Baptist Health Foundation Awards Brighton Center a $100,000 Grant
Santiko Santa!
The PM Group holds Charitable Poker Tournament
Together, We Did it!
Local Realtor raises over $5,000 for Brighton Center through Facebook!
Brighton Center funded by Valero amid Valero Texas Open Cancellation
Brighton Center Named 7th Best Place to Work in San Antonio by SABJ
Brighton Center is reopening to do what we do best!
Brighton Center selected as a San Antonio Business Journal’s 2020 Best Places to Work company!
A Brighton Center Update For Families & Supporters
Cue the confetti!! Brighton Center has been named one of NonProfit Times’ 2020 Best Nonprofits To Work For!
Brighton Center launches Telehealth Therapy Services in response to COVID-19
H-E-B announces that Brighton Center is a 2020 Excellence in Education Finalist – the only early childhood organization in San Antonio to be recognized
Brighton Center Breaks Ground on Phase 1 of their Expansion Plans
Brighton Releases their 2018 Annual Report
Robin Hood 210 Presents $51,000+ to Brighton Center
New Campus to be called the “Harvey E. Najim Early Childhood Campus.”
70% of fundraising reached on “Leveling the Playing Field” expansion!
