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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.

Chavon

Bell
0 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 is handled in an orderly fashion everyday. Since Myles has been at the center he is doing well with potty-training and his colors,... Read more

Chavon

Bell
0 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 is handled in an orderly fashion everyday. Since Myles has been at the center he is doing well with potty-training and his colors, counting and ABC's. Thank you TLE for continuing to pour into my child.

Janina

Somo
0 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 staff and so did she. Recently, my child care assistance was terminated (which means I had to pay the full tuition out of pocket) so I pu... Read more

Janina

Somo
0 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 staff and so did she. Recently, my child care assistance was terminated (which means I had to pay the full tuition out of pocket) so I pulled my child out of this school and enrolled her in a cheaper school (the other school was about $70 cheaper each week.) She was enrolled in the new school for about three weeks.It was a nice school but she constantly asked to go back to her old school. The vibe was certainly different. Honestly, I missed TLE as well. I ended up enrolling her back into TLE and she is so excited. My child learns so much at The Learning Experience. They have a great curriculum and I feel confident that my child is learning in a safe environment.

Holly M

Eric Z.
10 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 was asking to go back to see his new friends and his teacher, Ms. Alisha. This childcare has the perfect mix of learning, structured play, and ... Read more

Holly M

Eric Z.
10 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 was asking to go back to see his new friends and his teacher, Ms. Alisha. This childcare has the perfect mix of learning, structured play, and unstructured play. The children are served age-appropriate healthy snacks and a healthy lunch, and do fun activities such as soccer and kids' yoga. The kids have lots of both indoor and outdoor play. The classes even go on age-appropriate field trips. The center is very clean, and the classrooms are large inside. The teachers and staff members are kind, patient, gentle, and fun-loving individuals who really love being with children--and it shows. I could not be happier with my choice of TLE for childcare for my son, and my son could not be happier, either.

Sheryl S

Laila Aiken
11 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 phenomenal and so easy to deal with. The classes are small so I never feel like Laila is getting lost in the shuffle. Her teachers genuinely... Read more

Sheryl S

Laila Aiken
11 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 phenomenal and so easy to deal with. The classes are small so I never feel like Laila is getting lost in the shuffle. Her teachers genuinely care about her and know her on a personal level. When you walk into the center it is very clean and bright. There is never a time I've felt that she was not being well taken care of. I love having her here!

Shannon

Cailtyn and Nicky
1 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 patience with the kids, and her plans for Woodbridge TLE. I feel much more confident now about having my kids there with Ms. K... Read more

Shannon

Cailtyn and Nicky
1 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 patience with the kids, and her plans for Woodbridge TLE. I feel much more confident now about having my kids there with Ms. Kelsey and Ms. Sarah leading the way.

Meet our TLE® Center team

Regina Miller

Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Regina Miller

Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

My name is Regina! I have worked in ECE for 23 years with 14 years in center management. I have a Bachelor of Business Administration and a CDA. I am a mom of four children and in my free time, I enjoy traveling to my children’s sporting events.

Kajal Thapa

Assistant Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Kajal Thapa

Assistant Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

My name is Kajal! I have worked in ECE for 10 years. I have a CDA in Early Childhood Education. I am a mom to 2 sons. In my free time I enjoy spending it with my sons and my mom and going on new adventures with them!

Ashley Fashen

Enrollment Coordinator

Favorite TLE® Character: Gibby Gibson

Ashley Fashen

Enrollment Coordinator

Favorite TLE® Character: Gibby Gibson

Hello my name is Ashley Fashen I was born and raised in Los Angeles California. I was a cheerleader and played softball, I graduated high school in 2013. I have a son named Liam we moved to Virginia 5 years ago. Helping children has always been a passion of mine, seeing them grow and learn new things makes me happy. I look forward to helping your children and lead them to success!

Linda Charles

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Linda Charles

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

My name is Linda Charles. I am married with 3 children and a grandmother to 4 grandkids. I have worked in childcare for over 10 years and taking care of children is my passion. I enjoy infants and am looking forward to watching them grow.

Ayesha Khan

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Lionstein

Ayesha Khan

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Lionstein

My name is Ayesha Khan I was born in Pakistan. I have my higher education from Punjab University in Pakistan. I have my CDA certification. I have been working with children for about 7 years. I’m happy and enjoy working with TLE Families and seeing the kids learning and growing.

Mary Doudzai

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Mary Doudzai

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

My name is Mary! I am married with three children. I have been working with children for over 10 years. My passion is to work with infants and I am excited to help your children grow!

Rosa Soldevilla

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Rosa Soldevilla

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

My name is Rosa! I have a degree in Accounting in my country Peru. I also have my CDA in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children for over 13 years. I love to travel around the world with my family

Danitza Grangier

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Danitza Grangier

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

My name is Danitza but I go by Dani. I am a mother of three amazing boys. Outside of TLE, I enjoy reading, baking and spending time with family. I have a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education and have been teaching for over 16 years. I look forward to continuing to have a positive impact on the children's growth.

Nagina Abbasi

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Nagina Abbasi

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

My name is Nagina! I was born and raised in Pakistan. I finished my education in Islamabad and came to the U.S with my husband. I have three smart beautiful daughters. I have been working in child care for 18 years now and have gotten my early childhood certification from NOVA College.

Veronica Hazou de Helguero

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Veronica Hazou de Helguero

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

My name is Veronica Hazou de Helguero and I have been working with children for over 15 years. I am married with two sons and one granddaughter. I love teaching and playing with children. I am so thankful and happy to be part of the TLE team.

Belsie Bedolla

Preschool 2 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Belsie Bedolla

Preschool 2 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

My name is Belsie. I was born and raised on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico where I attended college at Catholic University and ultimately earned a degree in Secondary Education and Biology. While on the island, I taught for 10 years in the public school system. One day I decided to move to California where I met my husband and started a family. After two years we packed all of our belongings and departed to Virginia where we currently live in Fredericksburg. While here in the Commonwealth, I began a new adventure in the rewarding field of child care where I have the priviledge of educating a younger and wonder filled generation.

Fatana Qayoomi

Preschool 2 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Fatana Qayoomi

Preschool 2 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

My name is Fatana Qayoomi. I am a preschool teacher and have completed my certification in Child Development Education. I was born in Afghanistan and I have a college degree from a University in Afghanistan. I am happily married and I enjoy spending time with my family. I also love to exercise. I have been working with children for over three years and I enjoy every minute. Not only do I teach the children but they are always teaching me as well. I believe that this school is a wonderful spot for your child to begin their education both academically and emotionally. I am very proud of my little ones every day and I am happy to be their teacher and to be given the opportunity to watch them grow.

Briana Patete

Preschool 1 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Briana Patete

Preschool 1 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

My name is Briana but I go by Bri. I attend ODU and will graduate soon with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Human Services and a minor in Special Education. I also have a two year old daughter.

Rebekah O'Neil

Preschool 1 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Gibby Gibson

Rebekah O'Neil

Preschool 1 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Gibby Gibson

My name is Rebekah but I go by Bek or Bekah. I enjoy writing music and singing in my free time. I love being outside. Nature and adventure is what keeps me going! One thing that always makes me happy is dogs. I am currently in school as well to become a dog trainer.

Keily Silvers

School Age Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Keily Silvers

School Age Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

My name is Keily! I enjoy working with children because they teach me new things everyday. I been working with children for 3 years. I have my CDA in Early Childhood Education. I am from Guatemala. I recently got married this year in 2022.

Nooria Taherian

Floater

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Nooria Taherian

Floater

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Hello, my name is Nooria Taherian and I have been working in the field of childcare for over 24 years. I started childcare with my home day care in Maryland where I took care of infants up to preschool. When I moved to Virginia, I then worked in a preschool setting for 15 years. I joined TLE IN March of 2022 and I have enjoyed every moment. I enjoy spending time with children and making them laugh. I am married with three children, two boys and one girl. My hobbies include cooking and traveling.

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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October

School Closed

Professional Development Day

17
October

Lifetouch Picture Day

Infants thru Twaddlers

18
October

Lifetouch Picture Day

Preppers thru PS3

21
October

Fall Festival 10 AM - 1 PM

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27
October

Trunk or Treat 3:00 PM

Trunk or Treat, Join Us!

17
November

Thanksgiving Luncheon

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22
November

School Closes @ 3 PM

Happy Thanksgiving!

23
November

School Closed

Happy Thanksgiving!

24
November

School Closed

Happy Thanksgiving!

15
December

Holiday Show 3:30 PM

Join Us!

22
December

School Closes @ 3 PM

Happy Holidays!

25
December

School Closed

Happy Holidays!

29
December

School Closing @ 3 PM

Happy Holidays!

1
January

School Closed

Happy Holidays!

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