Teacher quality remains the top reason why families choose The Learning Experience New York.
Director Tricia and her front office staff, plus of course our classroom teacher, were among the best we have met in the region and 100% the best in NYC UWS. Thoughtful, professional, caring, and great communicators. Lovely all around. Ms. Rocio in particular took great care of our little one and went above and beyond all the time, proactively attending to his wellbeing & development and earning our trust through her honesty, knowledge, and careful actions.
I could not say enough amazing things about the staff at TLE Columbus Circle. As this being the first time my daughter went into a daycare at 15 months old, they made this transition absolutely seemless, and a dream. They became our family! We miss them all so much (we moved to CT)
The communication from the center has been excellent. We always feel informed about how our son’s day went and the teachers genuinely take time to talk during pickup.
The TLE Columbus Circle team is beyond wonderful! They made my experience as a first-time mom so comforting, communicative, and supportive. The wonderful leadership and teachers in my son's classroom go above and beyond and my family feels so cared for. I'm so glad we chose this path for our childcare!
Our daughter had a really hard time with drop-offs at her previous daycare, so we were nervous starting somewhere new. Her teachers here were incredibly patient and helped make the transition smoother than we expected. Now she runs into the classroom without even looking back half the time.
We could not be more grateful for this daycare and the incredible team who care for our daughter every day. As first-time parents, starting daycare felt emotional and overwhelming, but they made the transition so easy and reassuring from day one. The love, patience, and genuine care they show our daughter is so obvious. She has absolutely thrived there — socially, emotionally, and developmentally. She lights up when she sees her teachers and always gives them hugs when she arrives and leaves, which tells us everything we need to know about how safe, loved, and happy she feels there. Thank you for creating such a warm, nurturing environment for our little girl. We truly feel lucky to be part of this community.
Director Tricia and her front office staff, plus of course our classroom teacher, were among the best we have met in the region and 100% the best in NYC UWS. Thoughtful, professional, caring, and great communicators. Lovely all around. Ms. Rocio in particular took great care of our little one and went above and beyond all the time, proactively attending to his wellbeing & development and earning our trust through her honesty, knowledge, and careful actions.
I could not say enough amazing things about the staff at TLE Columbus Circle. As this being the first time my daughter went into a daycare at 15 months old, they made this transition absolutely seemless, and a dream. They became our family! We miss them all so much (we moved to CT)
The communication from the center has been excellent. We always feel informed about how our son’s day went and the teachers genuinely take time to talk during pickup.
The TLE Columbus Circle team is beyond wonderful! They made my experience as a first-time mom so comforting, communicative, and supportive. The wonderful leadership and teachers in my son's classroom go above and beyond and my family feels so cared for. I'm so glad we chose this path for our childcare!
Our daughter had a really hard time with drop-offs at her previous daycare, so we were nervous starting somewhere new. Her teachers here were incredibly patient and helped make the transition smoother than we expected. Now she runs into the classroom without even looking back half the time.
We could not be more grateful for this daycare and the incredible team who care for our daughter every day. As first-time parents, starting daycare felt emotional and overwhelming, but they made the transition so easy and reassuring from day one. The love, patience, and genuine care they show our daughter is so obvious. She has absolutely thrived there — socially, emotionally, and developmentally. She lights up when she sees her teachers and always gives them hugs when she arrives and leaves, which tells us everything we need to know about how safe, loved, and happy she feels there. Thank you for creating such a warm, nurturing environment for our little girl. We truly feel lucky to be part of this community.
New York families consistently report feeling secure about the supervision, entry protocols, and overall safety standards at our Center.
We toured several centers around Midtown West before choosing TLE Columbus Circle and this one immediately felt warmer and more personal. The classrooms were calm, the teachers were engaged with the kids, and nothing felt rushed during our tour.
As first time parents we couldn’t be more pleased with The Learning Experience Columbus Circle! We received the warmest welcome from the whole team. Directors Tricia and Rosie have curated an amazing group of teachers and have really built a wonderful community for families in the Columbus Circle area. If you’re looking for a safe and trusted center for your little one, TLE Columbus Circle has proven to be the best of the best!
The Learning Experience Columbus Circle provides a caring and structured environment. Our child is thriving here.
The Learning Experience at Columbus Circle has been a fantastic experience for our family. The teachers are energetic, attentive, and always focused on helping children feel confident and excited about learning. We’ve seen wonderful progress since enrolling.
The preschool program here provides a strong early learning foundation while still keeping the day fun and interactive. Our child looks forward to school each morning and enjoys sharing what they learned.
We were searching for daycare near Columbus Circle and immediately felt comfortable after touring this center. The teachers were welcoming and the classrooms felt organized and engaging for young children.
We toured several centers around Midtown West before choosing TLE Columbus Circle and this one immediately felt warmer and more personal. The classrooms were calm, the teachers were engaged with the kids, and nothing felt rushed during our tour.
As first time parents we couldn’t be more pleased with The Learning Experience Columbus Circle! We received the warmest welcome from the whole team. Directors Tricia and Rosie have curated an amazing group of teachers and have really built a wonderful community for families in the Columbus Circle area. If you’re looking for a safe and trusted center for your little one, TLE Columbus Circle has proven to be the best of the best!
The Learning Experience Columbus Circle provides a caring and structured environment. Our child is thriving here.
The Learning Experience at Columbus Circle has been a fantastic experience for our family. The teachers are energetic, attentive, and always focused on helping children feel confident and excited about learning. We’ve seen wonderful progress since enrolling.
The preschool program here provides a strong early learning foundation while still keeping the day fun and interactive. Our child looks forward to school each morning and enjoys sharing what they learned.
We were searching for daycare near Columbus Circle and immediately felt comfortable after touring this center. The teachers were welcoming and the classrooms felt organized and engaging for young children.
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We’ve had such a wonderful experience at The Learning Experience. The center itself is clean, new, and colorful—full of life, with music and a really happy energy that I genuinely loved. Most importantly, the staff are incredible. Miss Tricia, Rosie, and Priscila were amazing with Celine: adorable, always smiling, and truly caring and attentive. Celine transitioned smoothly from the Toddler class to the Twaddler class, and she became so comfortable there that she often didn’t want to go home at pickup. We’re only leaving because we’re moving—otherwise we would absolutely stay longer. We’re very grateful for the care and support, and we highly recommend TLE to any family looking for a warm, nurturing daycare.
When I say this is the best place to put your Baby or toddler you won’t regret it. I honestly love the atmosphere and how caring and loving the staff is especially with Ms Rosie and Ms Tricia. They will always help you if you’re in need to make it possible for your child. The education system is great they have a great stem program and the teachers are very caring and make sure your child elevates. My toddler loves this school that at Times he cries because he doesn’t want to leave . He built such a great bond with the teachers and students it’s honestly amazing.
If I could give 100 stars I would!! We found TLE after a traumatic experience at another daycare, and choosing this school has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family. The admin team (Tricia, Rosie, and Pricilla) are incredible — genuinely empathetic, compassionate, and always willing to help. Their communication is outstanding, and we feel informed and confident about our daughter’s day. The teachers are just as wonderful. They’re warm, loving, and so engaging, it’s obvious how much they care about the kids. Our daughter adores Ms. Karen, Ms. Wendy, and Mr. Kiki. She’s excited every morning when we drop her off and comes home happy and content, which means everything to us. They keep her busy with creative, fun activities all day long — whether she’s painting with cars and bubbles or learning about her community, she’s always having a great time. Most importantly, we completely trust this school, which is something we don’t take lightly. We’re so grateful for everyone at TLE and love it so much that we’ve enrolled our 5-month-old who is starting later this month. I cannot recommend TLE highly enough — the care, love, and dedication they provide truly sets them apart.
As a working mom, TLE at Columbus Circle is the daycare I had always hoped to find. After touring many daycares across the city, what truly stood out about this center is its strong sense of community. All of the teachers and the staff made us feel so comfortable from day one, and my baby transitioned into the center smoothly and happily. We feel genuinely welcomed and supported by everyone there, and choosing this center was the best decision we made for our little girl - especially when she started to experience stranger and attachment anxiety. For any parents that are considering this daycare, I highly recommend visiting in person to meet the staff and experience for yourself the level of care and support they provide to the children. Thank you, TLE!
Our daughter has attended TLE since April 2025. We have loved our experience ever since. The admin Ms. Rosie and Ms. Tricia have been a constant assuring presence and have always been patient and gracious with their time and understanding with our questions. They are always very attuned to each child's daily experiences, which is all you can ask for as a parent. They both have an excellent relationship with the teachers and staff and there is little wonder that there is low turnover amongst the staff. We love Mr. Keke, Ms. Wendy, and Ms. Karen. They always do a bunch of little things to help the teachers and staff feel appreciated, in addition to the Kids. Our daughter is always well stimulated and always has a bunch of activities throughout the day and a ton of art to bring home. She is always quite happy when we pick her up and always says she wants to come back. We feel very luck to have found TLE during our day care search earlier this year.
Update in November 2025: Our baby moved to the Toddler class a few months ago, and we are still very happy with our experience at TLE Columbus Circle. Ms. Tanjina and Ms. Yanique have been incredible teachers in the Toddler B classroom, showing our baby so much love and warmth while also helping our baby build good habits and behaviors. They fill our child's days with a variety of activities (circle time, music, crafts, etc.), and we really see that these are helping our baby learn and grow. And of course, they keep our baby safe and healthy every single day. Taking care of toddlers can be physically and emotionally taxing, but the head teachers and floating teachers consistently show up for our babies with care and dedication. The directors Jenna, Tricia and Rosie take their leadership very seriously, and they continue do a great job in ensuring that the location runs smoothly and safely. They take quick action on parental feedback and are very respectful and professional. It's a pleasure to entrust our baby with this team.
We’ve had such a wonderful experience at The Learning Experience. The center itself is clean, new, and colorful—full of life, with music and a really happy energy that I genuinely loved. Most importantly, the staff are incredible. Miss Tricia, Rosie, and Priscila were amazing with Celine: adorable, always smiling, and truly caring and attentive. Celine transitioned smoothly from the Toddler class to the Twaddler class, and she became so comfortable there that she often didn’t want to go home at pickup. We’re only leaving because we’re moving—otherwise we would absolutely stay longer. We’re very grateful for the care and support, and we highly recommend TLE to any family looking for a warm, nurturing daycare.
When I say this is the best place to put your Baby or toddler you won’t regret it. I honestly love the atmosphere and how caring and loving the staff is especially with Ms Rosie and Ms Tricia. They will always help you if you’re in need to make it possible for your child. The education system is great they have a great stem program and the teachers are very caring and make sure your child elevates. My toddler loves this school that at Times he cries because he doesn’t want to leave . He built such a great bond with the teachers and students it’s honestly amazing.
If I could give 100 stars I would!! We found TLE after a traumatic experience at another daycare, and choosing this school has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family. The admin team (Tricia, Rosie, and Pricilla) are incredible — genuinely empathetic, compassionate, and always willing to help. Their communication is outstanding, and we feel informed and confident about our daughter’s day. The teachers are just as wonderful. They’re warm, loving, and so engaging, it’s obvious how much they care about the kids. Our daughter adores Ms. Karen, Ms. Wendy, and Mr. Kiki. She’s excited every morning when we drop her off and comes home happy and content, which means everything to us. They keep her busy with creative, fun activities all day long — whether she’s painting with cars and bubbles or learning about her community, she’s always having a great time. Most importantly, we completely trust this school, which is something we don’t take lightly. We’re so grateful for everyone at TLE and love it so much that we’ve enrolled our 5-month-old who is starting later this month. I cannot recommend TLE highly enough — the care, love, and dedication they provide truly sets them apart.
As a working mom, TLE at Columbus Circle is the daycare I had always hoped to find. After touring many daycares across the city, what truly stood out about this center is its strong sense of community. All of the teachers and the staff made us feel so comfortable from day one, and my baby transitioned into the center smoothly and happily. We feel genuinely welcomed and supported by everyone there, and choosing this center was the best decision we made for our little girl - especially when she started to experience stranger and attachment anxiety. For any parents that are considering this daycare, I highly recommend visiting in person to meet the staff and experience for yourself the level of care and support they provide to the children. Thank you, TLE!
Our daughter has attended TLE since April 2025. We have loved our experience ever since. The admin Ms. Rosie and Ms. Tricia have been a constant assuring presence and have always been patient and gracious with their time and understanding with our questions. They are always very attuned to each child's daily experiences, which is all you can ask for as a parent. They both have an excellent relationship with the teachers and staff and there is little wonder that there is low turnover amongst the staff. We love Mr. Keke, Ms. Wendy, and Ms. Karen. They always do a bunch of little things to help the teachers and staff feel appreciated, in addition to the Kids. Our daughter is always well stimulated and always has a bunch of activities throughout the day and a ton of art to bring home. She is always quite happy when we pick her up and always says she wants to come back. We feel very luck to have found TLE during our day care search earlier this year.
Update in November 2025: Our baby moved to the Toddler class a few months ago, and we are still very happy with our experience at TLE Columbus Circle. Ms. Tanjina and Ms. Yanique have been incredible teachers in the Toddler B classroom, showing our baby so much love and warmth while also helping our baby build good habits and behaviors. They fill our child's days with a variety of activities (circle time, music, crafts, etc.), and we really see that these are helping our baby learn and grow. And of course, they keep our baby safe and healthy every single day. Taking care of toddlers can be physically and emotionally taxing, but the head teachers and floating teachers consistently show up for our babies with care and dedication. The directors Jenna, Tricia and Rosie take their leadership very seriously, and they continue do a great job in ensuring that the location runs smoothly and safely. They take quick action on parental feedback and are very respectful and professional. It's a pleasure to entrust our baby with this team.
Some of the most meaningful feedback we receive is about the tangible growth and academic progress parents see in their children after enrolling at our Center.
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Our son has been at TLE for 4 months now in the infant room - starting in July at 8 mo. We've had a beyond incredible experience and have nothing but positive things to say about the staff and his care throughout the journey. We joined after an awful nanny experience and were immediately put at ease by the love, communication and professionalism of the team. The transition to daycare ended up being much easier than we expected. TLE has continued to be the perfect fit for our family. Now at 12 mo old our baby smiles and starts clapping his hands as we walk through the front door in the morning. What amazes me is the ability of the teachers in the infant room to care to his specific needs (feeding and nap schedule) while also caring for other babies. In addition to getting updates on the app throughout the day, we also get a full report from the teachers at pickup. I love that they genuinely care how he's feeling, what he's doing, and what he's eaten throughout the day - and celebrate his developmental milestones with us. MAJOR shout out to Sophia. Dior and Fatima in the infant room for the love and care they have shown our baby - they know him inside and out. Curriculum is great - they are constantly doing arts and crafts with the kids and posting cut outs of them around the classroom. It's adorable. Lots of sensory play and on mondays the music teacher comes (which our baby is obsessed with)! The management team is also incredible - they are always in the loop when he's sick or off - they somehow always know his status when I walk through the door even though they have so many other children to care for. Thank you Rosie, Tricia, Priscilia and Jenna for all that you do! In addition to the app, the team always picks up the phone and also texts us with updates - the communication is more than we could have asked for. We are moving to the suburbs soon and sadly have to leave this incredible TLE community. We are brokenhearted - and switching to another TLE near our new home to keep it in the family. Truly A+ team, can't say enough good things.
Logan started this year and it is the best decision I made to enroll him at the school They have fantastic teachers and director !! The whole team, Tricia and Rosie are literally the best !!! 5 starts !!! MVP team !!!
My family has had such a wonderful experience at The Learning Experience Columbus Circle! The directors Jenna, Tricia and Rosie are so kind, welcoming, and genuinely caring, and I can’t say enough wonderful things about her teachers. My toddler absolutely loves going every day, and it’s clear how much the teachers care about each child’s growth and happiness. We’ve seen so much development and learning since starting here. I also really appreciate the constant updates and photos on the app, it’s great to stay connected throughout the day and have consistent communication. Pickup and drop-off are always smooth and happy moments. Highly recommend this daycare to any family!
The Learning Experience – Columbus Circle has been such a wonderful place for our family. The teachers create a loving and stimulating environment where our child feels safe and inspired. The communication is excellent, and every staff member greets us with warmth. We can see the joy in our daughter’s face every morning she walks through the door.
We love TLE Columbus Circle! The classrooms are bright and welcoming, and the staff truly connects with each child. Our daughter talks nonstop about her teachers — that says it all.
Our family loves TLE - Columbus Circle! My son has had such a wonderful experience in first the infant classroom and his current toddler room. He literally runs down the hallway every morning at drop off to get to his teachers and buddies. The staff is incredible - very communicative both in person and via the app and the activities and lessons they do with even the littlest kiddos are extremely impressive. Choosing a childcare option, especially in NYC, can feel so overwhelming but I'd recommend TLE - Columbus Circle over and over! Truly such a wonderful community and we're looking forward to many more happy years there.
Our son has been at TLE for 4 months now in the infant room - starting in July at 8 mo. We've had a beyond incredible experience and have nothing but positive things to say about the staff and his care throughout the journey. We joined after an awful nanny experience and were immediately put at ease by the love, communication and professionalism of the team. The transition to daycare ended up being much easier than we expected. TLE has continued to be the perfect fit for our family. Now at 12 mo old our baby smiles and starts clapping his hands as we walk through the front door in the morning. What amazes me is the ability of the teachers in the infant room to care to his specific needs (feeding and nap schedule) while also caring for other babies. In addition to getting updates on the app throughout the day, we also get a full report from the teachers at pickup. I love that they genuinely care how he's feeling, what he's doing, and what he's eaten throughout the day - and celebrate his developmental milestones with us. MAJOR shout out to Sophia. Dior and Fatima in the infant room for the love and care they have shown our baby - they know him inside and out. Curriculum is great - they are constantly doing arts and crafts with the kids and posting cut outs of them around the classroom. It's adorable. Lots of sensory play and on mondays the music teacher comes (which our baby is obsessed with)! The management team is also incredible - they are always in the loop when he's sick or off - they somehow always know his status when I walk through the door even though they have so many other children to care for. Thank you Rosie, Tricia, Priscilia and Jenna for all that you do! In addition to the app, the team always picks up the phone and also texts us with updates - the communication is more than we could have asked for. We are moving to the suburbs soon and sadly have to leave this incredible TLE community. We are brokenhearted - and switching to another TLE near our new home to keep it in the family. Truly A+ team, can't say enough good things.
Logan started this year and it is the best decision I made to enroll him at the school They have fantastic teachers and director !! The whole team, Tricia and Rosie are literally the best !!! 5 starts !!! MVP team !!!
My family has had such a wonderful experience at The Learning Experience Columbus Circle! The directors Jenna, Tricia and Rosie are so kind, welcoming, and genuinely caring, and I can’t say enough wonderful things about her teachers. My toddler absolutely loves going every day, and it’s clear how much the teachers care about each child’s growth and happiness. We’ve seen so much development and learning since starting here. I also really appreciate the constant updates and photos on the app, it’s great to stay connected throughout the day and have consistent communication. Pickup and drop-off are always smooth and happy moments. Highly recommend this daycare to any family!
The Learning Experience – Columbus Circle has been such a wonderful place for our family. The teachers create a loving and stimulating environment where our child feels safe and inspired. The communication is excellent, and every staff member greets us with warmth. We can see the joy in our daughter’s face every morning she walks through the door.
We love TLE Columbus Circle! The classrooms are bright and welcoming, and the staff truly connects with each child. Our daughter talks nonstop about her teachers — that says it all.
Our family loves TLE - Columbus Circle! My son has had such a wonderful experience in first the infant classroom and his current toddler room. He literally runs down the hallway every morning at drop off to get to his teachers and buddies. The staff is incredible - very communicative both in person and via the app and the activities and lessons they do with even the littlest kiddos are extremely impressive. Choosing a childcare option, especially in NYC, can feel so overwhelming but I'd recommend TLE - Columbus Circle over and over! Truly such a wonderful community and we're looking forward to many more happy years there.
One of the most common reasons families choose The Learning Experience New York is our whole-child approach to kindergarten readiness.
We had our daughter at another facility in the area and TLE is one million times better. Our day at TLE starts with the team that welcomes us in the morning (and the security they provide by always having someone at the front desk, which you wouldn't think was hard but the other place just gave everyone a code to the door and no one was at the front!). Then their app is amazing, easy to use and provides constant updates on how our baby girl is doing: what she eats, diaper changes, nap start and end, pictures of her playing and learning. Next their curriculum is second to none! Our kid is 14 months and can understand directions, talk, sign, wash her hands and so many other things because of how TLE teaches. Last is the pickup, again SECURITY at the front desk as you come in, a full report from her teachers and a smiling baby who waves goodbye to the people that spend their whole day making her happy. THE BEST DAYCARE IN THE HOOD!! Oh, and BTW they are more reasonably priced than the other place we were at before!! Much better product for a lower price; sign me up!!!
Choosing the right daycare was one of the biggest decisions I’ve had to make as a first time mom and I am so thankful we chose TLE. From the beginning, the teachers have been incredibly nurturing, supportive, and welcoming. My daughter absolutely lights up when she sees them each morning, and it’s such a comfort to know she’s genuinely happy and excited to be there. The staff are so great about keeping me informed and that gives me peace of mind. I always feel like they genuinely care about my daughter and her progress. Since she started, I’ve seen so much growth in her development. It’s clear she’s really thriving in such a fun and supportive environment. I HIGHLY recommend TLE Columbus Circle to any parent looking for a safe and enriching space for their child. I couldn’t ask for a better place for my daughter to learn and grow!
Since moving our one-year old son to The Learning Experience Columbus Circle, from the Goddard School at 73rd St. we have never looked back. Every one of the staff members, from the area manager, to the front desk staff to the teachers, is warm, friendly, compassionate, highly knowledgeable and attentive to the needs of both parents and the children in their care. TLE’s communication is regular, clear, and professional and the accompanying app is very easy to use. The staff clearly love what they do at TLE and are well trained, both in children’s education and customer service. We know that when we drop our son off in the morning he will be well cared for, happy, and develop important skills. We highly recommend TLE Columbus Circle to any parent seeking outstanding child care in Manhattan. Our experience at TLE could not be further from our son’s previous school.
"I can’t say enough good things about The Learning Experience Columbus Circle. After a difficult experience at Bright Horizons, I was anxious about finding the right fit for my daughter, but from the moment we stepped through the doors at TLE, we felt an immediate sense of comfort and knew she was in good hands. The directors, Jenna, Tricia, and Rosie, go above and beyond to create a warm, nurturing environment for both children and parents. There’s always someone at the front desk to greet you with a smile. Communication is clear and consistent, the classrooms are full of engaging activities, and it’s obvious how much the staff truly love what they do. We were especially lucky to have Ms. Tanjina and Ms. Yanique as my daughter’s teachers in the toddler room. We loved seeing daily photos of her learning and having fun, and there were many days she didn’t want to leave at pick-up. It was clear she felt safe, loved, and happy in their care, and we're so grateful for the positive impact they’ve had on her early development. One thing that really stood out is how much the directors genuinely care about their teachers and staff, something I came to realize wasn’t the case at our previous daycare. They regularly acknowledge and uplift their team, and I witnessed many interactions filled with appreciation and respect. That kind of support is clearly a priority at TLE, and it shines through in the center’s culture. We’re moving out of the area and are so sad to be leaving TLE. We’ll truly miss this community and would recommend it without hesitation to any family in NYC looking for a safe and loving place for their child to grow.”
My daughter has been a student at TLE Columbus Circle for one month and it has been life changing! She loves the infant classroom and she has developed very quickly- hitting many milestones. She loves socializing with the other kids and teachers. All of the teachers in the classroom are incredible and truly love my child. I can’t recommend TLE Columbus Circle enough!
We are so happy to have our daughter attending TLE Columbus Circle. We had a short 1-week experience in the fall and then she joined full time three months ago in the toddler classroom. The Director Jenna has been amazing to work with since day 1. She is super responsive and caring and helped us get a slot for our daughter in the toddler classroom earlier in the year. Rosie and Tricia have also been wonderful to our family. They welcome us with a smile every day and make sure that we are well informed about any issues with our daughter during the day. We also love the updates we get through the app which allow us to see how she is doing throughout the day. Overall, we feel our daughter is safe and happy in this place and we are happy to be part of the TLE family. The best testament of this is to see our daughter coming to daycare everyday with a smile and looking forward to seeing her friends and teachers. Ms. Naziah, Ms. Olivia, Ms. Dalia, Ms. Yanique and Ms. Tanjina take such great care of the kids in the toddler classroom and we see our daughter thriving and learning new things everyday. We would highly recommend TLE to any parent looking for a safe and special place for their children
We had our daughter at another facility in the area and TLE is one million times better. Our day at TLE starts with the team that welcomes us in the morning (and the security they provide by always having someone at the front desk, which you wouldn't think was hard but the other place just gave everyone a code to the door and no one was at the front!). Then their app is amazing, easy to use and provides constant updates on how our baby girl is doing: what she eats, diaper changes, nap start and end, pictures of her playing and learning. Next their curriculum is second to none! Our kid is 14 months and can understand directions, talk, sign, wash her hands and so many other things because of how TLE teaches. Last is the pickup, again SECURITY at the front desk as you come in, a full report from her teachers and a smiling baby who waves goodbye to the people that spend their whole day making her happy. THE BEST DAYCARE IN THE HOOD!! Oh, and BTW they are more reasonably priced than the other place we were at before!! Much better product for a lower price; sign me up!!!
Choosing the right daycare was one of the biggest decisions I’ve had to make as a first time mom and I am so thankful we chose TLE. From the beginning, the teachers have been incredibly nurturing, supportive, and welcoming. My daughter absolutely lights up when she sees them each morning, and it’s such a comfort to know she’s genuinely happy and excited to be there. The staff are so great about keeping me informed and that gives me peace of mind. I always feel like they genuinely care about my daughter and her progress. Since she started, I’ve seen so much growth in her development. It’s clear she’s really thriving in such a fun and supportive environment. I HIGHLY recommend TLE Columbus Circle to any parent looking for a safe and enriching space for their child. I couldn’t ask for a better place for my daughter to learn and grow!
Since moving our one-year old son to The Learning Experience Columbus Circle, from the Goddard School at 73rd St. we have never looked back. Every one of the staff members, from the area manager, to the front desk staff to the teachers, is warm, friendly, compassionate, highly knowledgeable and attentive to the needs of both parents and the children in their care. TLE’s communication is regular, clear, and professional and the accompanying app is very easy to use. The staff clearly love what they do at TLE and are well trained, both in children’s education and customer service. We know that when we drop our son off in the morning he will be well cared for, happy, and develop important skills. We highly recommend TLE Columbus Circle to any parent seeking outstanding child care in Manhattan. Our experience at TLE could not be further from our son’s previous school.
"I can’t say enough good things about The Learning Experience Columbus Circle. After a difficult experience at Bright Horizons, I was anxious about finding the right fit for my daughter, but from the moment we stepped through the doors at TLE, we felt an immediate sense of comfort and knew she was in good hands. The directors, Jenna, Tricia, and Rosie, go above and beyond to create a warm, nurturing environment for both children and parents. There’s always someone at the front desk to greet you with a smile. Communication is clear and consistent, the classrooms are full of engaging activities, and it’s obvious how much the staff truly love what they do. We were especially lucky to have Ms. Tanjina and Ms. Yanique as my daughter’s teachers in the toddler room. We loved seeing daily photos of her learning and having fun, and there were many days she didn’t want to leave at pick-up. It was clear she felt safe, loved, and happy in their care, and we're so grateful for the positive impact they’ve had on her early development. One thing that really stood out is how much the directors genuinely care about their teachers and staff, something I came to realize wasn’t the case at our previous daycare. They regularly acknowledge and uplift their team, and I witnessed many interactions filled with appreciation and respect. That kind of support is clearly a priority at TLE, and it shines through in the center’s culture. We’re moving out of the area and are so sad to be leaving TLE. We’ll truly miss this community and would recommend it without hesitation to any family in NYC looking for a safe and loving place for their child to grow.”
My daughter has been a student at TLE Columbus Circle for one month and it has been life changing! She loves the infant classroom and she has developed very quickly- hitting many milestones. She loves socializing with the other kids and teachers. All of the teachers in the classroom are incredible and truly love my child. I can’t recommend TLE Columbus Circle enough!
We are so happy to have our daughter attending TLE Columbus Circle. We had a short 1-week experience in the fall and then she joined full time three months ago in the toddler classroom. The Director Jenna has been amazing to work with since day 1. She is super responsive and caring and helped us get a slot for our daughter in the toddler classroom earlier in the year. Rosie and Tricia have also been wonderful to our family. They welcome us with a smile every day and make sure that we are well informed about any issues with our daughter during the day. We also love the updates we get through the app which allow us to see how she is doing throughout the day. Overall, we feel our daughter is safe and happy in this place and we are happy to be part of the TLE family. The best testament of this is to see our daughter coming to daycare everyday with a smile and looking forward to seeing her friends and teachers. Ms. Naziah, Ms. Olivia, Ms. Dalia, Ms. Yanique and Ms. Tanjina take such great care of the kids in the toddler classroom and we see our daughter thriving and learning new things everyday. We would highly recommend TLE to any parent looking for a safe and special place for their children
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Learn About L.E.A.PFamilies consistently praise the responsiveness of our team, receiving daily updates through the Bubbles and Friends app, including photos, meal reports, nap times, and activity summaries.
As first time parents we weren't sure what to expect when it came to daycare for our 6 month old, we found TLE Columbus Circle before they opened and just started a few weeks ago. We have been beyond impressed by the professionalism, care, and genuine nature of everyone we have come across. Jenna greets us every day with the brightest smile and welcomes our daughter like she is her own - she takes care of every single detail so that we have confidence that our daughter is safe and cared for while away from home (she is also just an incredible joy to talk to to start and end the day). Ms. Priscila and Ms. Britney are the best teachers we could have asked for - our daughter is already showing signs of learning and advancing to new milestones even after just a few short weeks. When I drop our daughter off for they are so thrilled to see her and I can tell that the care that they have for her is genuine, our daughter has the biggest smile on her face when she sees them - this makes drop offs so much easier. We get regular photos throughout the day and see our girl outside, doing crafts, enjoying music, learning to eat solids, playing with others, etc. - The Learning Experience and the teachers truly go the extra mile to not only care for our daughter but to nurture her in all the different ways. TLE feels like home for us now, as long as we live in NYC we will be sending our daughter here and we would recommend Jenna, Ms. Priscila, Ms. Britney, and TLE Columbus Circle to anyone out there - it is truly a special place.
We started sending our near-three-year-old daughter to TLE Columbus Circle in October 2024 after touring a few day care centers. We were most impressed by TLE Columbus Circle - and two months later, we absolutely made the choice for Cora and her two dads! The staff is not only kind and caring, but they work well as a team and ensure that she is safe, nurtured, inspired, and happy. They went above and beyond for Cora's 3rd birthday two weeks ago - making her a sign to welcome us in and bringing all the kids together to share the treats we brought. We would highly recommend TLE Columbus Circle to any friend or loved one looking for a high-quality day care center!
We have had the best experience the past couple months since starting our son at TLE-Columbus Circle. He absolutely loves going to daycare everyday and we are so happy we found such a great place for him. His teachers Ms. Priscilla, Ms. Britany, and Ms. Elainy do such a great job taking care of him and are always so caring and thoughtful. They are always incorporating the different monthly themes into daily activities for the infants and make it so fun! Their presence in the classroom is always happy, welcoming and cheerful. Also a special shout-out to Jenna, the Director. We didn’t realize how important a good director is until we started here and see how great she is and what an impact she makes on our experience. We couldn’t be any happier with our choice to send our son here!
Our 2.5-year-old daughter started at The Learning Experience Columbus Circle about a month ago, and she is off to a terrific start! The Director, Jenna, greets us warmly each morning and ensures everything runs smoothly. Teachers Ms. Raven and Ms. Karen are caring, attentive, and genuinely dedicated to helping our daughter grow. We are especially pleased with the curriculum; the variety of activities, from science to art projects to imaginative play, is impressive. Our daughter comes home each day excited to share stories about her day. The entire staff at The Learning Experience is incredibly communicative, keeping us informed about our daughter's experiences and any important developments. We feel confident that our daughter is safe, happy, and well cared for at TLE. We're grateful to be part of such a wonderful community!
My baby joined the infant classroom in November 2024 at 4 months old, and has been having a spectacular time here. This is a new TLE location that opened in 2024, but is managed by Jenna who has extensive experience in managing the UWS location. The facilities are new, clean and well-maintained, with stroller storage which is very helpful. The location is great with easy access to the Columbus Circle subway station. Most importantly, the teachers in the infant classroom are amazing. Ms. Priscilla, Ms. Britney and Ms. Elainy are all wonderful, and it brings me such peace of mind and joy when my baby gives them the biggest smile as I drop him off every morning. The teachers and staff are very proactive about contacting me if they notice anything peculiar about my baby. My smiley baby has grown and developed so much since joining TLE, and I can feel that he is loved every day. As a working mom and breadwinner, I’m so thankful to have found a daycare that gives me the confidence that my infant is well cared-for in my absence on workdays.
Our 6 month old started at TLE in January and we could not be more happy. As a new mother, I was anxious about putting our son in daycare but that worry was completely washed away after day 1. All the teachers and admins immediately felt like family - and seeing the outpouring of love they give to our Robert continuously warms my heart. They know Robert’s personality as well as a relative and seeing his face light up when we drop him off reaffirms we made the right choice with TLE. In regards to the daycare center, it’s brand new, extremely clean, light and airy. The front desk is never left unattended reinstating safety as a priority. We’ve also befriended other families at the daycare who absolutely love it. One last thing, every time I pick up Robert, Ms Priscilla, Ms Brittany and Ms Elainy always debrief me on Robert’s day. How he ate, his naps, what he found fun, any fussiness etc. They know I love to hear every detail about Robert which just goes to show how well they know, not only Robert, but me and my husband. If you’re questioning if TLE is right for you or your baby, look no further. It is.
As first time parents we weren't sure what to expect when it came to daycare for our 6 month old, we found TLE Columbus Circle before they opened and just started a few weeks ago. We have been beyond impressed by the professionalism, care, and genuine nature of everyone we have come across. Jenna greets us every day with the brightest smile and welcomes our daughter like she is her own - she takes care of every single detail so that we have confidence that our daughter is safe and cared for while away from home (she is also just an incredible joy to talk to to start and end the day). Ms. Priscila and Ms. Britney are the best teachers we could have asked for - our daughter is already showing signs of learning and advancing to new milestones even after just a few short weeks. When I drop our daughter off for they are so thrilled to see her and I can tell that the care that they have for her is genuine, our daughter has the biggest smile on her face when she sees them - this makes drop offs so much easier. We get regular photos throughout the day and see our girl outside, doing crafts, enjoying music, learning to eat solids, playing with others, etc. - The Learning Experience and the teachers truly go the extra mile to not only care for our daughter but to nurture her in all the different ways. TLE feels like home for us now, as long as we live in NYC we will be sending our daughter here and we would recommend Jenna, Ms. Priscila, Ms. Britney, and TLE Columbus Circle to anyone out there - it is truly a special place.
We started sending our near-three-year-old daughter to TLE Columbus Circle in October 2024 after touring a few day care centers. We were most impressed by TLE Columbus Circle - and two months later, we absolutely made the choice for Cora and her two dads! The staff is not only kind and caring, but they work well as a team and ensure that she is safe, nurtured, inspired, and happy. They went above and beyond for Cora's 3rd birthday two weeks ago - making her a sign to welcome us in and bringing all the kids together to share the treats we brought. We would highly recommend TLE Columbus Circle to any friend or loved one looking for a high-quality day care center!
We have had the best experience the past couple months since starting our son at TLE-Columbus Circle. He absolutely loves going to daycare everyday and we are so happy we found such a great place for him. His teachers Ms. Priscilla, Ms. Britany, and Ms. Elainy do such a great job taking care of him and are always so caring and thoughtful. They are always incorporating the different monthly themes into daily activities for the infants and make it so fun! Their presence in the classroom is always happy, welcoming and cheerful. Also a special shout-out to Jenna, the Director. We didn’t realize how important a good director is until we started here and see how great she is and what an impact she makes on our experience. We couldn’t be any happier with our choice to send our son here!
Our 2.5-year-old daughter started at The Learning Experience Columbus Circle about a month ago, and she is off to a terrific start! The Director, Jenna, greets us warmly each morning and ensures everything runs smoothly. Teachers Ms. Raven and Ms. Karen are caring, attentive, and genuinely dedicated to helping our daughter grow. We are especially pleased with the curriculum; the variety of activities, from science to art projects to imaginative play, is impressive. Our daughter comes home each day excited to share stories about her day. The entire staff at The Learning Experience is incredibly communicative, keeping us informed about our daughter's experiences and any important developments. We feel confident that our daughter is safe, happy, and well cared for at TLE. We're grateful to be part of such a wonderful community!
My baby joined the infant classroom in November 2024 at 4 months old, and has been having a spectacular time here. This is a new TLE location that opened in 2024, but is managed by Jenna who has extensive experience in managing the UWS location. The facilities are new, clean and well-maintained, with stroller storage which is very helpful. The location is great with easy access to the Columbus Circle subway station. Most importantly, the teachers in the infant classroom are amazing. Ms. Priscilla, Ms. Britney and Ms. Elainy are all wonderful, and it brings me such peace of mind and joy when my baby gives them the biggest smile as I drop him off every morning. The teachers and staff are very proactive about contacting me if they notice anything peculiar about my baby. My smiley baby has grown and developed so much since joining TLE, and I can feel that he is loved every day. As a working mom and breadwinner, I’m so thankful to have found a daycare that gives me the confidence that my infant is well cared-for in my absence on workdays.
Our 6 month old started at TLE in January and we could not be more happy. As a new mother, I was anxious about putting our son in daycare but that worry was completely washed away after day 1. All the teachers and admins immediately felt like family - and seeing the outpouring of love they give to our Robert continuously warms my heart. They know Robert’s personality as well as a relative and seeing his face light up when we drop him off reaffirms we made the right choice with TLE. In regards to the daycare center, it’s brand new, extremely clean, light and airy. The front desk is never left unattended reinstating safety as a priority. We’ve also befriended other families at the daycare who absolutely love it. One last thing, every time I pick up Robert, Ms Priscilla, Ms Brittany and Ms Elainy always debrief me on Robert’s day. How he ate, his naps, what he found fun, any fussiness etc. They know I love to hear every detail about Robert which just goes to show how well they know, not only Robert, but me and my husband. If you’re questioning if TLE is right for you or your baby, look no further. It is.
Across 86+ reviews, New York families consistently highlight the same strengths.
Staff who know each child by name and build genuine relationships
High hygiene standards and well-maintained learning spaces
Structured curriculum with measurable developmental outcomes
Kids who look forward to school and ask to go on weekends
Parents see real growth in confidence, language, and social skills
Daily updates, open-door policy, and proactive parent outreach
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