Colorado Springs - Banning Lewis Ranch
6585 Issaquah Dr Colorado Springs, CO, 80923
Open: M-F, 06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Ages 6 weeks to 6 years
Summer of Happiness means fun at The Learning Experience®
The Learning Experience® is committed to delivering quality childcare and early childhood education all summer long through our fun and engaging “Summer of Happiness” program. It’s the perfect place for your child to explore their curiosity—and to learn—through a variety of monthly themed programs that include hands-on activities, on-site entertainment, and loads of outdoor fun!
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From Infant through preschool, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.
Virtual Tour VideoCurriculum that develops the whole child
Our L.E.A.P.® (Learning Experience Academic Program) Curriculum uses fun, hands-on activities throughout early education to help children develop intellectually, socially and cognitively. Or as we say, to learn, play and grow.
Learn More About Our CurriculumCharacters that bring learning to life
Children love learning from characters—and studies show that it’s highly effective especially in preschool and early education. TLE® has a cast of unique, beloved characters, each one teaching children a new value or activity.
Bubbles
Our lovable friend who takes you on a daily adventure that makes kids happy to learn, play and grow.
Grace & Charity
Our dynamic doggy duo introduces the importance of being generous and giving.
Lionstein®
Our wise and creative scientist who makes science fun and exciting.
Phoebe
Our literature loving llama makes reading fun.
Two Plus Toucan
Our creative mathematician helps explore the joys of math.
Penny
Our well-mannered etiquette coach demonstrates the importance of being helpful, honest, and kind.
Sonar
Our adventurous submarine reveals the many wonders of the underwater world.
Pablo
Our creative and artsy pig helps children discover the beauty of self-expression.
Gibby
Our kind-hearted, hard-of-hearing gibbon loves to share his passion for sign language and promoting inclusivity.
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Many ways to stay connected
We offer an easy-to-use smartphone app and an array of ways to help you stay connected.
Monthly newsletters and invitations to our community events
Monthly calendars
Everyday photos of your little learner
Blog to help you stay with the current trends
Notifications of your child’s learning activities
Social media
Upcoming events
1
April
Classroom Coin Wars Begins
We are raising money for Make A Wish. Bring in your extra coins and dollars to donate to your little learners class. The classroom that raises the most money will receive a pizza party!!!
26
April
Make a Snow Cone for Make a Wish
Our little learners will enjoy a $5 dollar snow cone for a GREAT cause!
27
April
Live Auction
We will be hosting a Live Auction to raise money for Make a Wish! Come in Saturday from 10am-2pm to enjoy good food, good music and to raise money for a good cause!
3
June
Summer of Happiness Begins
Today is begins our Summer of Happiness!!!
5
June
Bubbles Birthday Party
Join us in celebrating our Lovable Main Character's Birthday from 3-5pm! We will enjoy cupcakes, games, and much more :)
6
June
Cooking with Shannon Featuring Twaddlers
Today our Twaddler class will enjoy making Jell-O for their fellow classmates with our favorite Chef Shannon.
7
June
Water Play
Every Friday our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
10
June
Sensory Under the Sea
Today our little learners will explore what is "Below the Surface" by making underwater themed sensory bottles and bins.
11
June
Puppet Tales Puppet Show
Today our friends from Puppet Tales will be here putting on a show for our little learners! The Puppet Show will start at 9:30am you will not want to miss it!
13
June
Cooking with Shannon Featuring Prepper A
Today our little learners in our Prepper A Classroom will enjoy making a fruit salad for their fellow classmates with our favorite chef Mrs. Shannon
14
June
Donuts for Dads
To show appreciation of all of the dads and father figures in our lives, please join us for donuts with dads as a way to say thank you!
14
June
Water Play
Every Friday of Summer, our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
14
June
Water Play
Every Friday of Summer, our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
18
June
Snow Cone Tuesday
What is your favorite snack when it is hot outside? Today our little learners will be enjoying a snow cone!
19
June
Water Color Salt Art
Today our little learners will be making water color salt art!
20
June
Cooking with Shannon Featuring Prepper B
Today our little learners in Prepper B will enjoy cutting our sea shaped cookies for their fellow classmates with our favorite chef Mrs. Shannon.
21
June
Water Play
Every Friday of Summer, our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
24
June
Moana Movie and PJ Day
Nothing is better than a Monday spent in your Pajamas! Today our little learners will enjoy a movie in their PJ's!
26
June
Seashell Art
Today our little learners will be enjoying art that they make out of seashells!
27
June
Cooking with Shannon Featuring Preschool 1A
Today our little learners in Preschool 1A will enjoy making popsicles for their fellow classmates with our favorite chef Mrs. Shannon!
28
June
Water Play
Every Friday of Summer, our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
1
July
Independence Day Countdown
Happy July 1st! Let's start the countdown for Independence Day by wearing America's Colors! Wear RED today!
2
July
Independence Day Countdown
Happy July 2nd! Let's start the countdown for Independence Day by wearing America's Colors! Wear WHITE today!
3
July
Independence Day Countdown
Happy July 3rd! Let's start the countdown for Independence Day by wearing America's Colors! Wear BLUE today!
4
July
Independence Day-Center's Closed
Enjoy your 4th of July Holiday!!! We will see you all tomorrow :)
5
July
Water Play
Every Friday of Summer, our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
5
July
Summer BBQ with Bubbles
Our little learners will enjoy a delicious BBQ on the playground and be greeted by a very special guest!
8
July
Virtual Field Trip-San Diego Zoo
Today our little learners will be enjoying a virtual field trip at the San Diego Zoo!
10
July
Indoor Obstacle Course
Today our little learners will learn about the JOY of playing inside. They will be making indoor obstacle courses in their classrooms!
11
July
Cooking with Shannon Featuring Preschool 1B
Today our little learners in Preschool 1B will enjoy making sandwiches for their fellow classmates with our favorite chef Mrs. Shannon!
12
July
Water Play
Every Friday of Summer, our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
12
July
Movie Night on the Playground
Tonight from 6-9pm we will be hosting an outdoor Movie Night for our families! We will have snacks for sale. Come enjoy a very fun night :)
15
July
Dance Party
This weeks theme is "Let's Move" our little learners will enjoy a dance party to show off their incredible moves!
16
July
Kona Ice
Today our little learners will get to enjoy a very special visitor. Kona Ice will becoming to give all our little learners shaved ice!
18
July
Cooking with Shannon Featuring Preschool 2
Today our little learners in Preschool 2 will enjoy making Pasta Salad for their fellow classmates with our favorite chef Mrs. Shannon!
19
July
Water Play
Every Friday of Summer, our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
22
July
Field Day with Flexi
Today our little learners will enjoy some physical activities/games on the playground.
24
July
National Tree Day
In honor of National Tree Day our little learners will get to get to watch The LORAX movie and have a PJ day! Everyday not just Earth day is a day to speak for the trees!
25
July
Cooking with Shannon Featuring Preschool 3
Today our little learners in Preschool 3 will enjoy making Flexi's Pink Fruit Smoothie for their fellow classmates with our favorite chef Mrs. Shannon!
26
July
Water Play
Every Friday of Summer, our little learners will enjoy fun in the sun with a water activity!
29
July
Wear your Summer of Happiness T-Shirt
We are almost nearing the end of Summer :( Wear your Summer of Happiness t-shirt today to show your summer spirit!
30
July
The Big Bubbles Party
To end off the Summer on a great note our little learners will enjoy a Big Bubbles Party!
31
July
Last Day of Summer of Happiness
Today is the last day of our Summer of Happiness :(
14
October
Columbus Day-Center is Closed
Today the Center is Closed for Professional Development!