First Circle was founded by Charlie Marcotty and Marcy Smith Lee in 1997. After a decade of working together in nonprofit educational administration, First Circle was an opportunity to continue their partnership, in a field where they could make a positive difference in the world. Marcy retired in 2022; Charlie is president of First Circle and is actively involved in the day-to-day management of the program.
Like Charlie and Marcy, many of our admin team have raised their children at First Circle and as working mothers, understand the challenges that busy families face. We’re not a large chain or franchise where decisions are made far away from the day-to-day program. Our admin team focuses on building relationships with children, families and staff, and take parent input and feedback seriously.