IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 14, 2018 – La Petite Academy is proud to honor teacher Bailee Reiter from its Iowa City, Iowa school location as this year’s recipient of the company’s highly coveted Lisa Miskimins Mentorship Award. Reiter was chosen from more than 18,000 early education teachers nationwide from La Petite Academy and its sister […]
COLLEYVILLE,Tex., May 11, 2018 – Learning Care Group is proud to honor Simone Palmer from its Tutor Time location in Colleyville, Texas as this year’s recipient of the company’s prestigious Teacher of the Year award. Palmer has been selected in recognition of her remarkable work in bringing lessons to life in creative and engaging ways […]
NOVI, Mich., May 1, 2018 – Learning Care Group (LCG) announces today that Judy Fimiani is named Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective July 1, 2018. She will succeed Scott W. Smith, who retires effective June 30, 2018. Learning Care Group is the second largest for-profit early education and care provider in North America, operating […]
Montréal, Canada and New York, United States, March 13, 2018 – The Public Sector Pension Investment Board (“PSP Investments”) and American Securities LLC announced today a significant equity investment in Learning Care Group (US) Inc. (“Learning Care Group”) by PSP Investments. American Securities first partnered with Learning Care Group in 2014 and remains the controlling […]
NOVI, Mich., Jan. 11, 2018 – Learning Care Group is opening a window for parents into their child’s school day with real-time photos, videos and updates anytime, anywhere. The early childhood education leader is ensuring that families enrolled at its preschools nationwide feel as close to their children as possible during school hours through brightwheel […]
NOVI, Mich., Dec. 7, 2017 – Children at Learning Care Group preschools nationwide are spreading cheer by engaging in “Genero-city” this holiday season as they learn to get involved, give back and be kind. Good deeds and thoughtfulness are at the heart of the Season of Kindness, the beloved annual holiday custom at Childtime, The […]
WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 1, 2017 – Early childhood education leader Learning Care Group is celebrating the 5th Anniversary of Grow Fit, a comprehensive healthy lifestyle initiative that has become part of school culture in their 900+ preschools through wholesome meals, curricular activities that emphasize movement and fun special events. To mark the occasion, thousands of […]
NOVI, Mich., Sept. 8, 2017 – Learning Care Group, Inc. announces today that Douglas R. Baker is joining the organization as Chief Financial Officer, effective Sept. 29, 2017. Learning Care Group is the second largest for-profit early education and care provider in North America, operating more than 900 schools in 36 states, the District of […]
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Aug. 16, 2017 – All La Petite Academy preschools throughout New Mexico have achieved accreditation through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The schools are among a select group of early childhood education centers nationwide distinguished by their quality, commitment to young children and dedication to excellence. Parents seeking […]
Partnership for a Healthier America Names Learning Care Group 2017 Partner of the Year Leading Education and Childcare Provider Recognized for Healthier Practices WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 15, 2017 – The Partnership for a Healthier America is honoring Learning Care Group with the 2017 PHA Partner of the Year Award for the company’s extensive work in […]
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 12, 2017 – Learning Care Group is reaffirming its commitment with the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) and introducing new nutrition, fitness and gardening initiatives that further enhance the company’s Grow Fit culture. The new agreement, announced today at the PHA’s Building a Healthier Future Summit, builds upon the early education […]
FT. WORTH, May 4, 2017 – Learning Care Group is proud to honor Esther Drisdale from La Petite Academy in Ft. Worth, TX as this year’s recipient of the company’s prestigious Teacher of the Year award. Drisdale has been selected in recognition of her remarkable work in bringing lessons to life in fun and imaginative […]