Where every child belongs and every light shines.






We chose to build something meaningful for Modesto families — with our whole hearts.

6 Weeks - 24 Months
Clean and Cozy Space
Sensory and Motor Play
Individualized Feed/Nap
Outdoor Sunshine

2 Years - 3 Years
Warm, Healthy Meals
Non-Religious Curriculum
Social, Emotional Development
Outdoor Sunshine

3 Years - 4 Years
STEM Foundation
Creative Expression
Language Development
Outdoor Adventure

4 Years - 5 Years
Kindergarten Readiness
Group Learning
Problem Solving
Outdoor Adventure
Each class utilizes their own play yard as another classroom. Yes, even our infants. Our Educators plan art activies out in the sunshine daily.
We gather, listen and share in meaningful ways. Stories spark imagination and help little minds make sense of the world.
Our sensory play activities encourage infants to explore different textures, sounds, colors, and movements, supporting healthybrain development.
We chose to build something meaningful for Modesto families — with our whole hearts.

Co-Owner • Operations & Innovation
Basu combines strategic leadership with a deep commitment to creating exceptional early learning experiences for children and families. After leading global product and innovation teams at Visa Inc. for more than 13 years, he now devotes his expertise to building a preschool where quality, safety, and thoughtful care come first.
Drawing on decades of experience in technology, operations, and customer experience, Basu focuses on creating efficient systems that allow teachers to spend more time doing what matters most—helping children learn, grow, and thrive. He believes that strong schools are built through exceptional educators, trusted family partnerships, and a culture of continuous improvement.
At Bright & Rooted, his mission is simple: ensure every child learns in a nurturing, engaging, and well-supported environment while giving families confidence that their children receive outstanding care every day.
Experienced Business & Technology Leader
Operations & Innovation
Parent Experience Focused
Family-First Philosophy

Co-Owner • Early Childhood Education Lead
For more than 14 years, Rezy has dedicated her career to helping young children feel safe, loved, and confident. As the founder of Bright Star Home Daycare in Fremont, she earned the trust of families by creating warm, engaging environments where every child could thrive.
An ECE Certified educator with 32+ Early Childhood Education units and a Dean’s List student, Rezy combines academic excellence with years of hands-on experience. At Bright & Rooted, she leads the educational program, mentors teachers, and ensures every classroom provides a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experience.
Her philosophy is simple: every child deserves to feel valued, inspired, and supported while building a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
14+ Years in Early Childhood Education
ECE Certified • 32+ ECE Units
Dean’s List Student
Child-Centered Learning
Family Partnership
— Basu & Rezy Ghosh

Director · Bright & Rooted
Ms. Autumn is the Director of Bright & Rooted Preschool & Childcare, where she leads with warmth, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to every child’s growth. With a strong background in early childhood education, she brings both expertise and heart to everything she does, from designing enriching daily experiences to guiding her team with clear, thoughtful leadership. Ms. Autumn believes that childhood is a time of wonder, and she works tirelessly to ensure every child at Bright & Rooted feels safe, seen, and celebrated for who they are.
Families are at the center of everything Ms. Autumn does. She takes the time to truly get to know each child’s personality, strengths, and needs, and partners closely with parents every step of the way, because she knows that the strongest foundations are built through open communication and trust. Whether it is welcoming a new family on their first day, supporting a child through an important milestone, or simply greeting everyone with a smile at drop off, Ms. Autumn brings genuine care to every interaction.
Ms. Autumn works closely with our teachers, support staff, and care team to ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and nurturing education, creating a warm and welcoming community where children and families feel like they truly belong. Her hands on leadership style means she is present, engaged, and deeply invested in the day to day life of the classroom, not just behind the scenes. It is this dedication, paired with her passion for helping young learners build strong foundations, that makes Bright & Rooted a place where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired, every single day.
— Ms. Autumn, Director. Bright & Rooted

Daily outdoor time is non-negotiable — even for our youngest infants. Nature is not a reward. It is a classroom.

Basu and Rezy are on-site owners who chose this as a life mission. They know every child's name, quirks, and comfort signals.

BasuTots-inspired tools track each child's milestones and deliver personalized insights to parents daily — without replacing human relationship.

We actively help Modesto families navigate CAPP, StanWORKs, and CalWORKs. Childcare shouldn't be out of reach.

All beliefs, backgrounds, and languages are celebrated. Our diverse ownership team reflects the real Modesto.

Every program is intentionally scaffolded for Modesto Unified school success. Children leave confident and genuinely ready.
Reasonable price
Brand new management! Basu the owner and his wife are so down to earth, highly experienced people in this industry, both directors Ms Autumn & Ms Alex, are thr best humans ever! Professional, easy to talk to, reliable, and gentle to both parents and kids, i actually give them so much credit , especially in early diagnosis for my child ( being on the spectrum) , especially Ms Alex since she worked in autism field for 20 years, early intervention helped my daughter significantly, plus they honor a 3rd party ABA behavioral specialists to access premises to help children on the spectrum one to one, all teachers are wonderful, highly trained , no discrimination, everyone is welcomed , highly recommend this place for your kids needs! Especially now with the new management / ownership!
We accept CAPP, StanWORKs, and CalWORKs — and we’ll help you navigate every step. Many Modesto families qualify and don’t know it. Ask us.

CAPP via SCOE
Income-based subsidy for working families. We are an approved SCOE provider and will guide you through your application.

StanWORKs Child Care
Employment and income-based assistance from birth through 12, administered by Stanislaus County.

CalWORKs Stage 1 & 2
For families enrolled in CalWORKs. We coordinate directly with your case worker to ensure seamless coverage.