Inspiring the future.

We are an NMPreK program and accredited through the state of NM’s Early Childhood Education and Care Department’s FOCUS accreditation program as a 5-star center. As a new program, we are preparing to pursue NAEYC accreditation as well.

Our approach is guided by relationships. As a community-centered program, we prioritize equity and access and believe that all children have the right to high-quality care and early learning opportunities. We encourage family participation in the learning process and center diversity as essential to our success.

Brillante’s early learning philosophy is founded on respect for the agency and capabilities of young children. We offer a variety of play-based learning opportunities that are influenced by the Reggio Emilia Approach to early learning as well as evidence-based research in childhood development. Our educators view children as collaborators, creating shared learning experiences in response to their interests and questions. Together, we are exploring what it
means to be human.

We also know we can’t do this work alone; New Mexico needs more high-quality child care and early learning programs, services, and resources to support local families. That's why we offer training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for educators and other early childhood professionals in our community.

As a museum-based program, Brillante has unique opportunities to partner with Explora and other local museums. Our curriculum is enriched by the time we spend in museum spaces, through field trips, partner programs, and exploration. Explora and Brillante participate in the Museum Playful Learning Collaborative, alongside museums including Miami Children’s Museum, the Smithsonian, the Woodland’s Children’s Museum, and Boston Children’s Museum, which all have museum-based early childhood programs as well.