named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Early Childhood Education Program
Comprehensive educational programming for children ages 2 through Pre-K focusing on core academics, social skills, music, dance, and healthy living choices through hands-on learning activities.
Summer Camp Program
Fun and safe summer camp offering continued engagement and enrichment for children during summer months.
Virtual Learning Program
Weekly lesson plans and virtual meetings provided during periods of crisis to maintain routine and continuity of learning for students.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Delivers daily hands-on educational programmingEngages students daily in hands-on learning activities covering core academics, social skills, music, dance, and healthy living to support holistic development.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Operates summer camp programRuns a summer camp program that provides safe and engaging activities for children, fostering a supportive environment outside the regular school year.
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Virtual Education Continuity Programs 1 activity
- Provides remote learning support during crisesSupported educational continuity during a national crisis by providing weekly lesson plans and virtual meetings for students to maintain routine and engagement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.72M
Contributions & grants$152K3%
Program service revenue$5.51M96%
Investment income$52K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$6.54M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$3.59M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.68M
Cash$998K
Investments$0
Liabilities$4.23M
Net assets$2.45M
Liquid reserves1.8 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -7.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID ESFHANI | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $340K |
| MICHELLE GATT | EDUCATIONAL | 40 | $121K |
| NATASHA GEULA | SECRETARY | 40 | $112K |
board members · 5
- BONNIE HONYA — BOARD MEMBER
- ERICA DUENAS — BOARD MEMBER
- KELLY A PORTNOY — CHAIRMAN OF
- PHYLLIS JORDAN — BOARD MEMBER
- RICHARD BERNSTEIN — SECRETARY
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Debra Weinstein Partner — Parent who has enrolled both her children in Circle Academy programs and described the school as like family.
- Liz MCnamara Partner — Parent and educator who enrolled both children in Circle Academy and provided a strong recommendation based on experience.
- Michelle Savinon Partner — Parent and educator who has enrolled her children in Circle Academy programs and expressed strong endorsement of the school.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Centered Learning Environmentmethodology: community-centered_educationBy fostering a strong sense of community and emphasizing kindness in early childhood education, we support social-emotional development because positive peer and adult relationships create a foundation for emotional growth and prosocial behavior.
- Individualized Instruction Modelmethodology: individualized_instructionBy tailoring teaching methods to the unique needs of each student, we improve learning and developmental outcomes because personalized approaches better address diverse learning styles and academic challenges.