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First Circle Lexington

FIRST CIRCLE LEXINGTON

First Circle Learning Center opened in 1997 in Lexington and is our original site. We have 8 open-style classrooms for infants through prekindergarten, geared specifically for each stage of children’s development. Our large playgrounds are surrounded by wooded conservation land. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, we are convenient to Routes 2 and 128.

80 Maple Street, Lexington
781-230-6248 | info@firstcirclelearning.com

HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

FIRST CIRCLE FRAMINGHAM

First Circle Learning Center – Framingham is located in a historic homestead built in the early 1800s. Formerly named the Kiddie Lodge, a well-known program in the community for nearly 60 years, it was acquired by First Circle in 2019. Our Framingham program has seven newly renovated classrooms for infants through prekindergarten. Our expansive playgrounds are bordered by a pond and wetland conservation land. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, we are convenient to the Natick Mall, Route 9, and the Mass Pike.

27 Cherry Street, Framingham
508-504-9139 | fra@firstcirclelearning.com

HOURS: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

FIRST CIRCLE STOUGHTON

First Circle Learning Center – Stoughton joined the family in 2021. Formerly Hugs Plus – Stoughton, the program offered the community a choice for high-quality childcare for over 30 years. Our Stoughton program has 8 classrooms serving infants through pre-kindergarten, geared specifically for each stage of children’s development. Located on nearly 3 wooded acres in a quiet residential neighborhood near the Canton line, we are convenient to Route 138, 95, and 93.

681 Central Street, Stoughton
781-512-7175 | sto@firstcirclelearning.com

HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

FIRST CIRCLE NEEDHAM

First Circle Learning Center – Needham became part of the First Circle family in 2023. Formerly Chestnut Children’s Center, the program was extremely well regarded in the Needham community serving thousands of families since 1995. Our Needham program has 15 classrooms for infants through prekindergarten, and a half-day nursery school program. Located in central Needham, we are convenient to Routes 128 and 90.

165–167 Chestnut Street, Needham
781-455-7144 | fra@firstcirclelearning.com

HOURS: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

FIRST CIRCLE LEXINGTON

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First Circle Lexington

about the center

First Circle Learning Center opened in Lexington in 1997 and is the original First Circle site. Our Lexington school offers eight warm and inviting classrooms serving infants through pre-kindergarten. 

teacher instructing students at daycare

open-style classrooms

at this center create a communal and team-teaching environment that enhances collegiality and a strong team, and are designed to keep children safe and in sight.

outdoor seating at preschool

our expansive playgrounds

are built for learning  and surrounded on three sides by conservation land. We have separate playgrounds for younger children and older children, each with the latest play equipment, large climbing and sliding structures, and smaller play equipment. The preschool playground also has swings, a bike path, and a children’s garden.

learning shapes at preschool

our unique and proprietary curriculum

exceeds state standards and incorporates research into how young children learn best. With a focus on real-world learning, character building, STEAM and 21st-century skills, our curriculum develops the critical skills, knowledge, habits, attitudes, dispositions, and character traits children need to thrive in school and in life!

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FIRST CIRCLE FRAMINGHAM

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First Circle Framingham

about the center

First Circle Learning Center in Framingham is located in a historic homestead built in the early 1800s. Formerly named The Kiddie Lodge, it was a well-known program in the community for nearly 60 years until it was acquired by First Circle in early 2019. In the process of being completely renovated, First Circle Framingham features seven sunny classrooms serving infants through pre-kindergarten.

childcare sprinkler fun time at preschool

our expansive playgrounds

are built for learning, bordered by conservation area and overlooking a picturesque pond.

children at daycare completing puzzle

you won't find this curriculum anywhere else

Voted the #1 preschool in Framingham for 12 consecutive years, the program has achieved a quality rating of QRIS-4 from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, which only 1% of educational programs in the state are able to achieve.

story time at daycare

our educators are experts in helping children grow and learn

Our team prides ourselves on our hundreds of years early learning experience under one roof! Our long-term staff are caring and experienced educators will provide you with peace of mind that your child is in the best of hands.

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