Welcome to The  Drop

Before School, After School and Summer Enrichment Programs For Early Childhood, Children and Teens.  

Our Hybrid model for school programs include two locations:

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The Drop In Learning Center

76 Federal St.

New London, CT 06320

860-442-4466 - site cellphone 860-287-6543

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Garde Art Pod

Garde Art Center

325 State St

New London, CT 06320

site cellphone 860-235-7444

The Drop-In Community Learning & Resource Center of New London is a grass-roots organization that believes that youth empowerment begins with serving the community. Since 1970 we've been fostering the academic and social development of children, and promoting family engagement in the learning process.

EARLY CHILDHOOD

PROGRAMS

School and After School Care

Pre-K:

All day care for tots in a safe, engaging environment. Kids follow a theme-based curriculum to help prepare them for kindergarten A love for learning is fostered as they engage in developmentally-appropriate programs in a nurturing environment.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

After School Enrichment

Grades K-5

Literacy is key to our after school enrichment program.  Students engage in various activities as they are taken through our literacy program. Students are engaged and develop the skills that contribute to successful academic performance.

TEEN PROGRAMS

After School and Summer Life & Career Skills

Grades 6, 7 & 8th 

Our After School and Summer programs for teens introduces them to critical life and career skills to help prepare them for real-world challenges. Students work together in a collaborative environment where they gain the skills they need to become responsible young adults. 

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