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Woodbridge VA Preschool & Daycare Woodbridge, VA

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12631 Smoketown Rd, Woodbridge, VA, 22192 View Map

 
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"It gives me peace of mind knowing my children are in such good hands."

– Madeline

School Age Program Offered.

Transportation is provided.

We currently provide care for Antietam Elem., Lakeridge Elem., Springwood Elem, Old Bridge, and West Ridge Elem.

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Age-Specific Preschool Programs

We care for a range of children Ages 6 Weeks to 12 Years.

Why Families Choose Our Daycare in Woodbridge, VA

Proprietary Curriculum

Our proprietary L.E.A.P.® curriculum is designed to develop the whole child through academic, social, and cognitive learning.

Safe & Secure Environment

Secured entrances, background-checked staff, and detailed health protocols keep your child safe and protected.

Qualified Teachers

Our educators have degrees in early childhood education and maintain ongoing professional development.

Family Communication

Stay connected with daily reports, photos, and updates through our secure parent app.

Explore Our Learn-and-Play Woodbridge, VA Preschool Curriculum and Characters that Spark Whole‑Child Growth

At The Learning Experience, children at our preschool in Woodbridge, VA follow our proprietary L.E.A.P.® Curriculum, featuring hands‑on activities that nurture intellectual, social, and cognitive skills so every child can learn, play and grow.

Engaging TLE® learning characters appear in every lesson, turning abstract ideas into memorable stories and modeling values such as kindness, curiosity, and teamwork. Together, the curriculum and characters spark engagement and guide children toward confident, well‑rounded development.

Discover Our Full Curriculum

L

Language & Literacy

Building vocabulary, phonemic awareness, and early reading skills through interactive activities

E

Enrichment & Experience

Engaging children with music, art, STEM activities, and cultural awareness

A

Academic Foundation

Developing mathematical concepts, scientific inquiry, and critical thinking skills

P

Physical Development & Play

Strengthening gross and fine motor skills through structured activities and free play

Details You Need to Know About TLE in Woodbridge, VA

Open: M-F, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Transportation is provided

Ages 6 Weeks to 12 Years

Meet Our Team

Maylen Pena

Center Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

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Ashley Fashen

Assistant Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Gibby Gibbon

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Keily Silvers

Curriculum Coordinator

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

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Linda Charles

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ayesha Khan

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Lionstein

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Nagina Abbasi

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

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Veronica Hazou de Helguero

Prepper Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

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Belsie Bedolla

Preschool 3 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

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Fatana Qayoomi

Preschool 3 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

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Danitza Grangier

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Kimberly Cooper

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

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Nooria Taherian

Floater

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

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Jasmine Farrington

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

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Jessica Valle Echeverria

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Marilyn Ruiz

Preschool 1 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Jacquelyn Jackson

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Upcoming Events At Our Center

7
November

Happy Diwali!

Wishing all our families celebrating Diwali a beautiful Festival of Lights filled with happiness, love, and togetherness! At TLE Woodbridge, we embrace the richness of different cultures and traditions while encouraging our little learners to appreciate diversity, kindness, and unity. May this Festival of Lights bring joy, peace, and prosperity to all who celebrate!

10
November

Veteran's Day!

Today, The Learning Experience in Woodbridge proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. We extend a heartfelt thank you to the veterans within our TLE Woodbridge family and throughout our community. Your service, strength, and commitment to protecting our freedoms inspire us all! As we recognize this meaningful day, we are reminded of the importance of teaching our little learners about gratitude, kindness, respect, and appreciation for those who serve. To all our veterans, thank you for your service, your sacrifices, and the example you set for future generations. Happy Veterans Day!

19
November

Pies with Parents

As the season of gratitude and togetherness approaches, we invite our TLE Woodbridge families to join us for a special Pies with Parents celebration! This season is a beautiful reminder to slow down, come together, and appreciate the people who make our days a little brighter. Join us on November 19th for a sweet treat, time together, and an opportunity to celebrate the warmth, gratitude, and sense of community that make this time of year so special. We are thankful for each of our families and look forward to sharing this meaningful celebration with you!

19
November

Holiday Family Photo Day at TLE Woodbridge!

Say cheese and let the holiday magic begin! The holiday season is all about love, laughter, and making memories with the ones who mean the most! Join us for our Holiday Family Photo Day, where sweet smiles, warm hugs, and a little holiday sparkle come together to create picture-perfect moments! Our TLE Woodbridge families are invited to capture beautiful holiday memories with their little ones right here at our center! After all, little ones grow so quickly, but the memories we make together last a lifetime! Bring your biggest smiles, your holiday cheer, and get ready to make some magical memories!

20
November

Fire Truck Visit!

Get ready for a wheel-y exciting visit! We're thrilled to welcome our local firefighters to TLE Woodbridge for a special day filled with learning, discovery, and unforgettable memories! As part of our Community Helpers curriculum, our little learners will have the exciting opportunity to meet real-life heroes, explore a fire truck up close, and discover how firefighters work hard to keep our community safe! Through this hands-on experience, children will learn important fire safety lessons, build awareness of their community, and develop appreciation for the brave individuals who help protect us every day. Big trucks, brave heroes, and little learners with BIG curiosity! We can't wait for this exciting adventure!

25
November

Pajama Day!

Get ready for a cozy day of learning, laughter, and fun! We're inviting all our little learners to come to school dressed in their favorite pajamas!

25
November

Happy Thanksgiving!

Today, as we celebrate Thanksgiving, we want to take a moment to express how truly grateful we are for our wonderful TLE Woodbridge families! Every smile, little milestone, warm hug, and special memory shared within our classrooms reminds us just how fortunate we are to be part of your children's early learning journeys. Thank you for trusting us with your little ones and allowing us to be part of their growth, laughter, and learning each day! Our center will be closed today, Thursday, November 26th, in observance of Thanksgiving. From our TLE Woodbridge family to yours, we wish you a heartwarming Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, delicious food, and precious moments with those who matter most. Happy Thanksgiving!!!

26
November

Center Closed

In celebration of Thanksgiving, The Learning Experience in Woodbridge will be closed on Thursday, November 26th, and Friday, November 27th, 2026, allowing our wonderful families and dedicated team members to enjoy a well-deserved long holiday weekend with their loved ones! We are incredibly grateful for our amazing TLE Woodbridge community and the trust our families place in us each day.

9
December

National Llama Day

There's no better way to celebrate National Llama Day than with our very own Phoebe Phonics! As The Learning Experience's lovable literacy ambassador, Phoebe makes learning letters, exploring sounds, and discovering new words an exciting adventure! Through playful activities, songs, and storytelling, she helps our little learners build essential early literacy skills while nurturing creativity, confidence, and a love for reading. With Phoebe by our side, we're turning little learners into big readers, one letter at a time!

11
December

Make a Family Ornament!

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we're getting crafty for the holidays! Join us on Friday, December 11th, from 3:00–4:00 PM for a festive afternoon of creativity, holiday cheer, and family fun! Our TLE Woodbridge families are invited to create their very own special holiday ornaments, turning little handprints, big imaginations, and precious moments into keepsakes to treasure for years to come! Let's make the season extra merry and bright while creating memories that will hang on your holiday tree and warm your hearts for years to come!

The Learning Experience Woodbridge VA Reviews

See what parents are saying about TLE Childcare Centers.

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Allan Jackson

C.J.

1 months ago

The Learning Experience - Woodbridge VA off Smoketown Road is an outstanding childcare facility. The location is incredibly convenient, making drop-offs and pick-ups effortless for busy local families. From day... Read more

Omar

Y.S.

2 months ago

We couldn’t be happier with this daycare! The staff is so warm and welcoming, and the teachers really know what they’re doing. Communication is top-notch, which gives us total peace... Read more

Hanz Recosana

D.R.

3 months ago

We’ve had a wonderful experience at The Learning Experience. The staff are consistently warm, attentive, and genuinely care about the kids. My two-year-old has learned so much in a short... Read more

Moore Family

L.M.

3 months ago

We wanted to reach out and share some wonderful feedback about Ms. Veronica. Lucas recently completed a developmental evaluation, and the staff was extremely impressed with his progress. Ms. Veronica... Read more

Devon Adams

C.A.

3 months ago

Friendly staff and teachers. My child has learned and developed so much at The Learning Experience. They have an easy to use app that shares details and pictures of your... Read more

Leigh Tran

T.T

3 months ago

Our family has been attending The Learning Experience for almost 3 years and we truly could not be happier. Our kids have been coming here since they were infants and... Read more

Jessica Yunis

G.L.

3 months ago

I have both of my kids enrolled at TLE, and we've had a wonderful experience. I really like the school, and most importantly, my kids absolutely love it. The front... Read more

Madison Amaro

M.A.

3 months ago

We absolutely love this school! The teachers and staff are incredible and truly care about the students. My girls are always happy to go to school and genuinely enjoy being... Read more

Top Ag

E.P.

4 months ago

Wonderful place, great staff.

Ciara Fitts

S.B

4 months ago

My daughter has been attending since February immediately the staff knew her name within a couple of hours. They take the time to get to know your child. Your child’s... Read more

Kalerra Bumpers

D.F

4 months ago

Moving to a new state and trying to find the right daycare can be daunting, but choosing The Learning Experience has been one of our best decisions yet! From day... Read more

Chantel Hall

B.P.

6 months ago

The Learning Experience has been a Wonderful Experience for my family. I know that when I leave my child, he is well taken care of. The staff is Awesome! They... Read more

Amanda Lorge

M.

7 months ago

We love TLE! All teachers and staff are excellent! Great place to be! This school has been such a blessing for our family. The staff is welcoming, organized, and genuinely... Read more

Bea Gonzalez

J & G

8 months ago

We couldn’t be happier with our experience at this daycare! The director (Miss Maylen) and assistant director (Miss Ashley) are always so kind, welcoming, and genuinely caring. They take the... Read more

Paloma Galzi

Jackson Crowder

9 months ago

We’ve been very happy with this daycare. I love that we receive daily updates and photos of the kids—it’s reassuring and really nice to see what they’re up to during... Read more

Heidi Foon

Habib John

8 months ago

Our son enrolled here for pre-k and it was the best decision we could have made! The school administrators, as well as his teachers, have been nothing but pleasant. I... Read more

Mauricio

J.Z.

11 months ago

For me Learning Experience at Woodbridge is one of the best daycare, My 3 year old is so happy, he has been learning a lot, all the staff (administrative and... Read more

Kalerra

Devyn

12 months ago

I was very nervous at first due to my daughter not really having that other child interaction as she was always at home with myself and her dad but she... Read more

Richard

My child

14 months ago

I recently visited The Learning Experience and was very impressed. The center is clean, safe, and welcoming for kids. The staff are friendly, caring, and really good with children. The... Read more

Jam

KK

14 months ago

As a parent we have very high expectations on who we give the responsibility for caring for our children. I have to say that The Learning Experience of Woodbridge does... Read more

Ken

Anonymous

14 months ago

Wanted to come back and update my review in light of my kiddos now being 2 years old and almost 4 - Ms. Ayesha and Ms. Secret have been great!... Read more

Jason N.

Rueben

14 months ago

The most important thing for working parents is finding a place you can trust to protect what you love most. For us, that place has been The Learning Experience—and it... Read more

Liz

J & M

17 months ago

My children have been going here for almost a year. I am extremely happy with the administration and the teachers. Ms. Regina, Ms. Kajal and Ms. Ashley are always smiling... Read more

Mike C.

Lincoln, McKinley, & Jackson

20 months ago

*Overall- Fantastic* Front desk staff- some of the nicest people we know in the area. They know everyone’s name and go out of their way To brighten both our kids... Read more

Clayton Stull

A

24 months ago

TLE has been a great experience for us. The teachers and staff do a great job of engaging with the children and the parents. My daughter has only had positive... Read more

Maria

Amelia

27 months ago

My child is attending the summer camp this year as a first time student. She is having such a great time! They have gone to Waterworks, the Marine Corps Museum,... Read more

DSS employee

S.

29 months ago

I frequent the school monthly as a DSS employee. The admin staff along with Regina, the Director always make time to be available if needed. They greet everyone that comes... Read more

Melody Aguilera

Erick, Izaiah, Emilio

32 months ago

My boys have been going to TLE(Woodbridge) for almost 3 years. They enjoy coming to the before/after program and their summer camps. All the staff are very friendly, they take... Read more

Vivien

Baby S

33 months ago

The consistent and predictable routine the Infant A Class teachers at TLE were able to establish around our baby's feeding and changing times helped our infant adjust well to being... Read more

Jennifer

D.

44 months ago

Ms. Regina, the new Center Director, has made fantastic and much appreciated changes to the center in her short time here. The entrance, hallways, and classrooms are decorated with children's... Read more

Chavon

Bell

62 months ago

The staff at this center is nothing far from Amazing! The staff all made an effort to learn each and every parents face and their children. The drop-off and pick-up... Read more

Janina

Somo

121 months ago

My daughter has been going there for quite some time now. She started when she was 2 years old. Within her first month, she was potty trained. I loved the... Read more

Holly M.

Eric Z.

144 months ago

My son had never been in childcare before TLE because I was worried he wouldn't like it. With TLE, there was no need to worry, since after one day he... Read more

Sheryl Seifert-Aiken

Laila Aiken

144 months ago

Laila has been with the center in Woodbridge, VA since she June 2014 and it is probably one of the best centers I've ever had her at. The management is... Read more

Shannon

Cailtyn and Nicky

146 months ago

I enjoyed and appreciated spending a good part of last Friday with you on the field trip. Ms. Kelsey really impressed me with her enthusiasm for the job, her endless... Read more

L.E.A.P.® Curriculum for Infants

Frequently Asked Questions

What curriculum do you follow at your early learning center?

Our proprietary L.E.A.P.® Curriculum is used across all childcare development centers at The Learning Experience, helping your child thrive in both structured learning and play.

What age groups do you accept at your daycare center?

Ages 6 Weeks to 12 Years are accepted at our center. Whether you're looking for infant daycare, baby daycare, or preschool programs, and beyond, we offer tailored learning for every stage.

How do I find the best preschool near me?

If you're searching for a preschool near me or "daycare in Woodbridge", look no further. Our centers are built on a foundation of trust, education, and family-focused care.

What sets your daycare apart from others in the area?

Unlike many generic daycare centers near me, we include enrichment programs like sign language, music, and physical development at no extra cost.

What’s a typical day like at your childcare center?

From arrival to pick-up, children engage in themed learning activities, outdoor play, and social development—making every day fun and educational at our learn and play daycare.

Do you offer programs to prepare my child for kindergarten?

Yes, our preschool programs are designed to foster early math, literacy, and social skills - ensuring your child is ready for school and life beyond.

Is there infant care available at your daycare?

Absolutely. Our infant daycare program focuses on nurturing, safety, and development, with daily updates sent to parents through our mobile app.

How do you communicate with parents?

Through our secure Bubbles app, parents of children in our childcare centers receive daily reports, pictures, and updates - keeping them connected and informed.

Will you help with potty training?

Yes! All of our childcare development centers offer potty training support, working closely with families during this milestone.

How do you ensure child safety?

Our early learning centers are secured with restricted entry, background-checked staff, and detailed health protocols to ensure peace of mind.

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