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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.

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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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Grace & Charity

Our dynamic doggy duo introduces the importance of being generous and giving.

Bubbles

Our lovable friend who takes you on a daily adventure that makes kids happy to learn, play and grow.

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.

Success measured in happy stories

See what parents are saying about TLE Childcare Centers.

Shanthi

Hu
10 months ago
We are forever grateful to LE in Wheeling for how great they have been with our son. Our family had a traumatic experience with our son's prior daycare and we were nervous to send him to one again. However, from the start of our tour until now a few weeks since he began at LE in Wheeling, we ha... Read more

Shanthi

Hu
10 months ago
We are forever grateful to LE in Wheeling for how great they have been with our son. Our family had a traumatic experience with our son's prior daycare and we were nervous to send him to one again. However, from the start of our tour until now a few weeks since he began at LE in Wheeling, we have had a positive experience. The staff and teachers a great at communicating with us daily, truly care about the kids and are transparent about everything happening within their daycare. They take a lot of safety precautions and keep the place very clean. They are conscientious of our son's food allergies. Our son wasn't himself for the 2 weeks following his experience at the prior daycare but in just 1 week at LE in Wheeling and everyone has noticed that he is a brand new kid. Whenever we pick him up, he looks so happy, cries when we are pulling out of the parking lot because he doesn't want to leave, comes home talking a lot more and even following instructions and obeying the rules we enforce at home. We credit this to their patience with the kids as well as experience and knowledge in childcare. We would recommend to everyone that they send their child here. You will not regret it.

Manuel

Maza
2 months ago
Great staff their very caring and full of energy they go above and beyond to full fill my daughters needs l highly recommend!

Manuel

Maza
2 months ago
Great staff their very caring and full of energy they go above and beyond to full fill my daughters needs l highly recommend!

Laura

Lozano
2 months ago
We were searching for care for our one-year-old (at the time). Being that this our first child going to day care for first time, and it was the middle of a pandemic, our expectations were high. After searching and touring many other daycares, we came upon TLE. This brand-new learning academy ha... Read more

Laura

Lozano
2 months ago
We were searching for care for our one-year-old (at the time). Being that this our first child going to day care for first time, and it was the middle of a pandemic, our expectations were high. After searching and touring many other daycares, we came upon TLE. This brand-new learning academy had everything we were looking for: early education, enrichment programs, safety, and FUN. It wasn’t until we had the chance to meet with April that we just knew this was the place for our little one to thrive. My daughter, now 3, has achieved milestones far beyond our expectations. Her verbal, cognitive, and social skills are outstanding. We have seen ourselves, the dedication that all the teachers have for our children’s success. TLE is an extension of home, putting emphasis on the importance of our child’s happiness, success, and exposure to learning and diversity. This is truly the best first step to take for your child’s bright future. We love TLE- Wheeling!

Lauren

Vernick
2 months ago
With our 1 year anniversary approaching, we are so pleased with the decision we made to join the TLE Family. Our Daughter Brooke enrolled as a prepper and is currently in preschool. She's grown so much over the past year and we are so grateful for the amazing and patient teachers she's had a... Read more

Lauren

Vernick
2 months ago
With our 1 year anniversary approaching, we are so pleased with the decision we made to join the TLE Family. Our Daughter Brooke enrolled as a prepper and is currently in preschool. She's grown so much over the past year and we are so grateful for the amazing and patient teachers she's had along the way. Exciting to hear her break into tune with a new song she's learned from Ms. Camarina, Ms. Jami, Mr. Joe or Ms. Rosary. As a parent, I can relate. Nobody wants to be away from their child during the work week. Knowing any current/prospective parent is going to be cared for, educated, nurtured in a way that they are while at TLE, makes the drop off so much easier. Also I can't say enough positive things about the leadership. Ms. April & Ms. Jami work so hard to keep a new and inviting center so polished, especially throughout the pandemic. And the menu, amazing - healthy, different and plentiful. Please if you have questions or are uncertain of where to enroll your little one's, please schedule a walk through with TLE Family and you will be so happy that you did.

Kirsten

R
2 months ago
I honestly don't have a bad thing to say about TLE Wheeling - it feels more like a family than just "childcare" more like a school than "daycare", and the staff truly love my child. I am constantly impressed - between the curriculum, the app, being able to get instant update... Read more

Kirsten

R
2 months ago
I honestly don't have a bad thing to say about TLE Wheeling - it feels more like a family than just "childcare" more like a school than "daycare", and the staff truly love my child. I am constantly impressed - between the curriculum, the app, being able to get instant updates on everything from what he is learning, what he ate, bowel movements or lack of, and see pictures of him throughout the day to the incredible teachers and their level of care - this place is a godsend. All the teachers know all the kids' names, regardless of what classroom they are in, and to me, that is a big deal. I know my son is in good hands every day and he is learning and growing and having a blast. He has so much fun participating in all the unique themes and corresponding learning activities each week and he comes home talking about what he did and things he learned/observed. The center directors also go out of their way to make my life easier as a mama. They are flexible, helpful, always agreeable to parental requests I might have (limit fruit today please or, please change him into a pull up before pick up) and I never have to figure out what room he's in in the morning and go looking for the teacher (like I had to at a previous center) - she, or the center director, is always up front waiting for him. I could go on forever, but just need to say one more thing I love about TLE Wheeling is all the family events. From trunk or treat to summer bbqs and the wonderful mother's day breakfast event they held, its really nice to have the opportunity to meet other parents, interact with my child's teachers in the classroom, and feel as though we are part of a community.

Christelle A

9 months ago
Thank you for everything your guys have been doing and teaching our Son Joshua. We are grateful. We were a little worry at first but it felt like home. He is learning so much stuff and we are very appreciative. Thank you for letting us be part of the TLE families.

Christelle A

9 months ago
Thank you for everything your guys have been doing and teaching our Son Joshua. We are grateful. We were a little worry at first but it felt like home. He is learning so much stuff and we are very appreciative. Thank you for letting us be part of the TLE families.

Meet our TLE® Center team

Naomi Garvett

Center Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Bongo Bear

Nicole Fritz

Assistant Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Paula K.

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Kyle S.

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Vicky V.

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Olga H.

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Madi K.

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Eboni A.

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Brenda M.

Teacher Assistant

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Leslie M.

Preppers Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Rosary R.

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Daisy F.

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Soraida G.

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Margaret W.

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

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

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September

Homecoming Spirit Week

9/25-9/29 is Homecoming spirit week! Below is the schedule for the special days: Monday: TLE Class Colors (Ask your child's teacher for their color!) Tuesday: Mix-Match Day! Wednesday: Disney Clothes! Thursday: Dress Fancy! Friday: Pajama Day!

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September

Homecoming!

Join us for our school-wide homecoming, we'll be having an ice cream truck for a sweet treat after enjoying a bowl, (or 2) of chili. In the lobby, there is a sign-up sheet for chili making. If you would like to participate, feel free to sign-up there! For voting, we'll have raffle tickets and buckets, after you try your chili choices, choose your favorite using your tickets!

30
September

Open House

Looking for childcare? Come join us for an open house on September 30th from 10:30 am- 12:30 pm to tour the school and see all we have to offer!

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