The Learning Circle

Specialties

The Learning Circle at Jennings Center for Older Adults is an enriching infant and child care program. A combination of classroom structure and free play fosters a positive environment for learning as well as child development and growth. A creative team of qualified staff members uphold the Jennings mission to encourage positive values and an atmosphere of family spirit. Serving children on our campus since 1999, The Learning Circle now serves children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age.

Highlights of The Learning Circle include:

— Flexible hours

— State licensed facilities with high quality and high satisfaction

— Degreed teachers

— Developmentally appropriate curriculum for each age group

— Indoor and outdoor play areas

— Meals and snacks

— Full day child care and before/​after school programs

— Summer and holiday programs

— Intergenerational program

The most unique aspect of The Learning Circle is our intergenerational program. In this relaxed, pressure-​free, intergenerational atmosphere, we guide the child’s development with love, attention, discipline and learning. Emphasis is placed on his/​her social and educational development. We encourage the learning opportunities between seniors and younger generations from preschoolers to teens, which foster learning and mentoring relationships that greatly impact the lives of both generations.

History

Established in 2002.

The Learning Circle opens its doors to provide day care services in the expansion of Jennings Center for Older Adults, offering day care to infants and children from six weeks to twelve years old.