NEW YORK, May 5, 2014 – American Securities LLC, a leading U.S. private equity firm, today announced its acquisition of Learning Care Group (US) Inc. in partnership with the Company’s management team.  Learning Care Group is the second-largest provider of early childhood care and education services in the US.  Financial terms of the transaction were […]

NOVI, Mich., April 7, 2014 – Will your child be ready for kindergarten?  How do you know? Parents’ expectations of preschool today go way beyond childcare.  To help understand what families prioritize in selecting early education and care for their children, Learning Care Group turned to Harris Poll for a nationwide survey of parents. The […]

NOVI, Mich., March 20, 2014 – Thousands of Learning Care Group’s preschoolers are shaking off the winter doldrums today in the latest example of the company’s Grow Fit healthy lifestyle initiative at work: doing the Bunny Hop!  Children at Childtime, Tutor Time, Children’s Courtyard, La Petite Academy and Montessori Unlimited are greeting the first day […]

LEARNING CARE GROUP JOINS PARTNERSHIP FOR A HEALTHIER AMERICA TO CREATE HEALTHIER EARLY CHILDCARE ENVIRONMENTS Leading childcare provider commits to implement nutrition and physical activity standards that align with Let’s Move! Child Care goals   WASHINGTON, DC— Learning Care Group today joined the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), which works with the private sector and PHA honorary […]

NOVI, Mich., Jan. 8, 2014 – Kindness is proudly on display this week at Learning Care Group schools nationwide as thousands of families gather to recognize their children’s good deeds.  Childtime, The Children’s Courtyard, La Petite Academy, Montessori Unlimited and Tutor Time schools are presenting art shows featuring creative works developed by the children, inspired […]

NOVI, Mich., Nov. 26, 2013 – Bring on the holiday adventures, road trips and family visits!  While it’s a joyous time of year, the hustle and bustle of the season can create anxiety for children.  Take the stress out of the journey by following a few simple guidelines from Childtime: 1.     Talk it Up.  A […]

Follow These Gift-Giving Tips from Learning Care Group  NOVI, Mich., Nov. 18, 2013 – Every holiday season, families frantically shop for the “it” toy of the year and often see the gift quickly discarded for the next big thing.  This year, consider giving toys that inspire learning all year long. “The best toys actively engage […]

Children at Learning Care Group Schools Nationwide Embrace Healthy Lifestyle Program NOVI, Mich., October 16, 2013 – Stop what you’re doing.  Turn up the music and dance! A new daily custom is sweeping across the country as more than 100,000 children at Childtime, Tutor Time, Children’s Courtyard, La Petite Academy and Montessori Unlimited schools nationwide […]

As early childhood educators, it’s our goal to provide children with skills for success in school and beyond, and it all starts with learning literacy at an early age. When making the transition from early childhood to kindergarten, children who are exposed to literacy education early are more engaged and ultimately more prepared for lifelong […]

Learning Care Group welcomes John Lichtenberg to the team as our new Chief Marketing Officer. As CMO, Lichtenberg will be responsible for leading Learning Care Group’s efforts to effectively connect with customers to drive new enrollments and further strengthen customer loyalty. “I look forward to leading the team in helping customers understand what each of […]

Dear Friends, As both a mother and CEO of more than 900 schools committed to educating and caring for children across the country, my heart breaks for those impacted by the senseless tragedy that occurred in Newtown, Connecticut. Our deepest condolences go out to the students, parents, teachers and staff of Sandy Hook Elementary and […]

NOVI, Mich., Dec.11, 2012 – ‘Tis the Season of Giving at Childtime, The Children’s Courtyard, La Petite Academy and Tutor Time, as children at more than 900 schools nationwide learn the valuable lessons of kindness and generosity.  Students, families and teachers throughout Learning Care Group’s portfolio of brands will share the spirit of the season […]