The Community Fund of Darien Awards Grants to CLC

A $17,000 grant from The Community Fund of Darien (TCF) and a $275 grant from The Youth Community Fund (YCF) will provide funding for general operating support that allows maximum flexibility in delivering early childhood education programs at Children’s Learning...

Splash into Summer by Staying Hydrated!

Summer is here! With temperatures rising and your little ones as active as ever it’s important to keep them hydrated! That is why this month, The Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County Nutrition Team is highlighting the importance of water. Hydration is...

Swing into Summer Week at CLC

Students, teachers and families at CLC are enjoying Swing into Summer Week! With special activities including pajamas and pizza, waterplay, parades and more planned for each program June 27 – July 1, it’s been an exciting time for everyone! Pajamas &...

3 Summer Crafts For Children!

When looking for activities that will keep your child busy and their mind active this summer, crafts are a great solution! We are sharing 3 of our favorite summer crafts from Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County’s Play to Learn Book! All are fun and...

3 Summer Recipes That Get Kids Involved!

When it comes time to getting in the kitchen this summer, including your child in the preparation can be both a lot of fun and an opportunity to learn! Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County (CLC) Nutritionist, Victoria Pittman believes there’s an...

CLC Maple Avenue Moving Up Ceremony

Sending a big round of applause to our students at CLC Maple Avenue who did such a great job singing, “You are my Sunshine” at this week’s End of Year...

Tips to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten!

When it comes time for your child to leave preschool and head to kindergarten, it may seem overwhelming. In the months ahead of the transition, many parents end up asking the same question, “What do I need to do to prepare my child for kindergarten?”...

The CLC 120 Club

CLC hosted a memorable evening to commemorate 120 years of service to the community at our annual benefit on Friday, June 3. We honored Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro with the Champion of Children Award for her dedication, enjoyed entertainment from the amazing Vanessa...

New Canaan Community Foundation Awards Over $635,000 in Grants

The New Canaan Community Foundation (NCCF) recently announced $635,299 in grant investments supporting a total of 78 nonprofit organizations in New Canaan and neighboring communities. The Foundation’s annual grant process distributes funds raised from donors across...

5 Spring Activities To Enjoy With Your Children!

The spring is a great time to try new activities with your child! Whether you’re looking for something to do on one of the warm sunny days or on one of the days when April showers will bring May flowers… there are fun options! The teachers at Children’s...

Books We Love For Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers!

Yale University put together a booklist that has become the go-to for Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County. It’s broken up into books for babies and toddlers, as well as preschoolers to show that a variety of books teach our children about...

Sensory Play with Sand!

Students in out Child Development program spent time playing with sand in the sensory table! Not only is it fun, but sand play also increases children’s sensory and fine motor skills, hand eye coordination, creativity, and language development!

Enjoying Veggies From Our Garden!

CLC students are enjoying the cucumbers grown in vegetable garden in the Harold Sandak Garden with help from our partner, the Bartlett Arboretum! Students were excited to take a bite and even use their imaginations to “relax at the spa” & “look like a...