Amid Early Learning Center Probe, Hartford Ceases Funding: City

Press release from the City of Hartford:

HARTFORD, CT — The City of Hartford recently confirmed that a city-funded early learning center is under investigation for funding issues.

In a statement released last week, Hartford officials said they've stopped funding the program.

According to the City of Hartford:

"As part of regular audits and agency reviews of City-funded programs, the City of Hartford recently became aware of financial improprieties associated with the Kids Creative Learning Center, an early learning facility that the city has contracted with since 2023.

"Upon learning of pending action from local and state authorities, the city immediately took the appropriate steps to notify families and end financial support for the center.

“My administration is committed to strong systems of oversight and accountability for the non-profits we rely upon in Hartford, ensuring they meet critical standards for the caliber of service being delivered and abiding by clear controls on the use of public dollars,” said Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam. "City officials will continue to work with law enforcement on this matter to hold all parties accountable for any improper use of city funding, while also maintaining access to proven high quality early childhood education and programming for Hartford's children”

The Department of Families, Children & Youth (DFCY) is available to support Hartford families in this transition, as needed. For those who require assistance in finding additional early childcare arrangements, DFCY is reachable at (860) 757-9595 or visit HartfordEarlyLearning.com.

This press release was produced by the City of Hartford. The views expressed here are the author’s own.