From Infant through preschool, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.
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Curriculum 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.
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Characters 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 and Friends Theme Song
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Success measured in happy stories
See what parents are saying about TLE Childcare Centers.
Brittany W
Tle is such a great place! My daughter loves going to daycare & loves all of her teachers & the staff! She has so many new She has learned so much &has progressed tremendously since I move my daughter to TLE in December she came home the first day & said all of her colors & ...
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Aanchal A
My daughter started a month before and I can feel the change. She’s developing and learning more skills everyday. Curriculum is great and teachers will go to great extent to accommodate your child’s needs. Great shout out to Ms Dee and Ms JeVonn.
Miheret
Yitayew
After we moved to Richmond from NY searching for child care and learning center was a daunting task in a city where we didn't know anyone. After searching and visiting several centers we choose TLE and we could not be happier! We send our two children (5 & 3) to TLE full time for almost 2 y...
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Jesse
Seiden
Our daughter started attending TLE in Glen Allen from the age of 6 months. As new parents, we were nervous about handing our child over to a daycare, but former nurse, Ms. Annette, eased our fears. She took our hands, and made the transition for us very easy. Our daughter is now almost 5 yea...
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Laleh
G.
COVID-19 has certainly made us all face difficult situations, requiring changes and making difficult decisions to adapt. Sending our toddler back to daycare during COVID-19 was certainly an epic milestone for our family. My husband and I are first-time parents, but also very busy professionals ...
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Lindsau
Savannah
We chose The Learning Experience for child care when I first had to go back to work. We visited several facilities and decided on TLE because we felt the staff seemed kind and caring and the location is convenient to home, work and errands. We have enjoyed our time there so far. My child's t...
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Beth A
Arianna
This is the first year my daughter has been in daycare. I only went to one other than this and all i can say this is the best one to put your child in. The people are very friendly and they make you feel welcomed. They are great with the kids. My daughter loves going to daycare now. If you need...
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Kathleen P
James Parker
I was so worried about choosing the right daycare for our son. From the moment I walked in for the tour, I knew this was the right place. We just felt so welcomed!
They have taught our son so much! He comes home everyday doing something he learned from school! He loves going to school....
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Kourtney G
Jackson Grant
Jackson loves TLE! As a parent it is comforting knowing how excited he is about going to school. We are always impressed at all he is learning and are so grateful for the enthusiasm and love his teachers display each day. Thank you!
Jennifer O
Kelsey and Lane
We have both our kids at TLE. They are ages 3 and 7. We always have great communication with the front office staff and the teachers greet out kids with open arms and hugs each morning when we drop them off. It's comforting to know that your kids are loved and safe within an fun and educatio...
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Poulomi C
Mishika Ray
I am very happy and pleased that I found a reliable second home for my child. I enrolled my daughter in June and she has adapted very well within such a short time. The teachers are awesome and I thank them for taking very good care of my child. The administrative staff is very helpful and they...
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Dawn A
Bailey
We joined TLE 4 years ago. My son was previously going to a half day 3 day/week preschool program, however, I wanted to get him in an all day program. We toured just about every school we could find in the area and we knew without a doubt this was the best place for us. I was impressed by th...
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Susan
Ava and Bryan
We are so pleased with the care that my children get at The Learning Experience!
My kids have been at TLE since the center opened. They were 1 year when they started in the infant room and within one week, they were using sign language.
I can name a teacher each year that has made a differe...
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Jenifer M
Evan
We moved to Richmond in the summer of 2013, just before my son Evan was about to start Pre-K. He started TLE in the summer program and the teachers thought he was little behind some of the other students that would be going to Pre-K. So they helped him get up to speed over the summer, so that ...
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