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Meet our TLE® Center team

Yvonne Berkhoff

Area Manager/Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Sonar

Lisa Duflo

Associate Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace and Charity

Shayla Oliver

Assistant Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Hop Bop Baby Taps

Vanessa Dinges

Cook

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Nicole Smaltz

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Elizabeth Johnston

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ashley Myers

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Madison Wingington

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Brianda Juaquez

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Breanna Torres

Administration

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Tammy Duetsch

Lead Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Sara Bowers

Lead Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Julie Dotson

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Jessie Carillo

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Two Plus Toucan

Susie Clodfelter

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Lionstein

Cashah Flanders

Lead Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Om

Candance Nealy

Lead Prepper Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Phoebe Phonics

Crystal Verdugo

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Jessica Boddy

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Payton Fay

Lead Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Kendall Griffin

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Trevelle Peterson

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Tina Chavez

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Loyda Singh

Lead Prek Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Crystal Davis

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Lionstein

Meeka McNeal

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Gillian Kelley

Lead Kindergarten Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Two Plus Toucan

Romana Robbani

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Gibby Gibbon

Jodi Sentner

Floater

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Margie Barkdull

Sub Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Rakshi Sheikh

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Lionstein

Kaylen Willever

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Abigail Drake

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace and Charity

Nicole Baldenegro

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace and Charity

Jen Bybee

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Kaycie Davis

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Brenda Ramirez

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Alora Arrington

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

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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.

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Bubbles

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

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Grace & Charity

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

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Lionstein®

Our wise and creative scientist who makes science fun and exciting.

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Phoebe

Our literature loving llama makes reading fun.

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Two Plus Toucan

Our creative mathematician helps explore the joys of math.

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Penny

Our well-mannered etiquette coach demonstrates the importance of being helpful, honest, and kind.

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Sonar

Our adventurous submarine reveals the many wonders of the underwater world.

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Pablo

Our creative and artsy pig helps children discover the beauty of self-expression.

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Gibby

Our kind-hearted, hard-of-hearing gibbon loves to share his passion for sign language and promoting inclusivity.

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Success measured in happy stories

See what parents are saying about TLE Childcare Centers.

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Deepika NAGARAJAN

Aditi
0 months ago
A Second Home: Celebrating Aditi's Journey at TLE - Eastmark Choosing a daycare is one of the most significant decisions a parent makes, and as we reflect on over almost 4 incredible years at TLE, we are overflowing with gratitude. Our daughter started at TLE-EastMark when she was ju... Read more

Deepika NAGARAJAN

Aditi
0 months ago
A Second Home: Celebrating Aditi's Journey at TLE - Eastmark Choosing a daycare is one of the most significant decisions a parent makes, and as we reflect on over almost 4 incredible years at TLE, we are overflowing with gratitude. Our daughter started at TLE-EastMark when she was just over 18 months old. Now she is turning 5 and moving to KG. From the moment Aditi joined TLE - Eastmark, it was clear that our daughter was becoming a cherished member of a loving, nurturing, and incredibly enriching community. It’s hard to quantify the profound impact TLE - Eastmark and its remarkable teachers have had on our daughter's early childhood. We watched in awe as she blossomed under your care, hitting milestone after milestone with confidence and joy. Our daughter essentially learned "everything" within your walls – from those first precious words and the foundations of language to the exciting journey of reading. Her communication skills flourished, allowing her to express herself, interact with her peers, and truly connect with the world around her. And, of course, the patience and dedication shown during potty training were nothing short of miraculous for us as parents! The teachers at TLE- Eastmark are not just educators; they are true partners in parenting. All teachers played a vital, unforgettable role in shaping Aditi into the bright, curious, and empathetic little person she is today. Their unwavering commitment, gentle guidance, and genuine affection created an environment where she felt safe, valued, and encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. They celebrated her successes, comforted her through challenges, and consistently went above and beyond to foster her development in every possible way. A very special thanks to Ms.Mika, Ms.T, Ms.Candance and Ms.Jackie ! TLE- Eastmark has truly been a second home for our daughter, a place where she has not only learned academics but also crucial life skills, social graces, and an enduring love for learning. We wholeheartedly recommend TLE- Eastmark to any family seeking an exceptional, caring, and truly impactful early childhood experience. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for everything.Thank you for being a wonderful nurturing second home for our daughter ! Thanks, Deepika Nagarajan

Kristine ANGELES

Toddler
2 months ago
The teachers at The Learning Experience have been incredibly patient and caring with my daughter. Trusting others with your child isn't easy, but I've seen so much growth since she started at TLE. She’s become more independent and now feeds herself—something we wer... Read more

Kristine ANGELES

Toddler
2 months ago
The teachers at The Learning Experience have been incredibly patient and caring with my daughter. Trusting others with your child isn't easy, but I've seen so much growth since she started at TLE. She’s become more independent and now feeds herself—something we were really struggling with at home. As a first-time mom, I love the peace of mind their app provides. I can check in throughout the day, see what she’s eating, and even get updates on diaper changes. It’s also impressive how all the staff know her by name, even those from other classrooms. A special thank you to Ms. Jen and Josi—we truly appreciate your kindness and support. I highly recommend TLE and feel lucky to have such a wonderful daycare in our Eastmark neighborhood!

Hailey PALFFY

Infant
2 months ago
This place is honestly Godsent. The daycare teachers, The office managers, Every single person who works in this facility loves what they do! They are welcoming, unbelievably kind and patient And if you’re a first time, mom worried about your baby going into a place like this, I totally g... Read more

Hailey PALFFY

Infant
2 months ago
This place is honestly Godsent. The daycare teachers, The office managers, Every single person who works in this facility loves what they do! They are welcoming, unbelievably kind and patient And if you’re a first time, mom worried about your baby going into a place like this, I totally get it. But The learning Experience makes it so easy, so accommodating and They reassure you every step of the way, You can even check up on your baby throughout the day by calling, stopping by, You can also have pictures of your child be sent to you to ease your mind through the app, they work with you all the way around. They are just absolutely amazing in every way and I’m so glad I have found them!? 10/10

Sarah BECKNER

Preschool Toddler
2 months ago
Words can not explain how great of a facility TLE is. From the staff, the learning programs, to the facility itself. They truly care about all the kids and are always on top of everything. I have 2 children that are currently enrolled here and have thrived ever since they started attending TLE.

Sarah BECKNER

Preschool Toddler
2 months ago
Words can not explain how great of a facility TLE is. From the staff, the learning programs, to the facility itself. They truly care about all the kids and are always on top of everything. I have 2 children that are currently enrolled here and have thrived ever since they started attending TLE.

Ashlee BIRT

Twaddler
2 months ago
We love Eastmark TLE; our daughter has been going since she was three months old, and we couldn’t ask for a better place for her to grow and learn. The teachers are amazing—so caring, engaging, and truly invested in each child. It’s clear they love what they do, and it makes a... Read more

Ashlee BIRT

Twaddler
2 months ago
We love Eastmark TLE; our daughter has been going since she was three months old, and we couldn’t ask for a better place for her to grow and learn. The teachers are amazing—so caring, engaging, and truly invested in each child. It’s clear they love what they do, and it makes all the difference. The school also does a great job of creating a real sense of community with family activities and holiday celebrations for all ages. We’re so grateful we found TLE. Highly recommended!

Jenne

Tegan
10 months ago
We recently moved to Mesa and were looking for a good school for our 4 and 2 year old. It was important for us to find something that offered a strong early education curriculum without taking away playtime and fun for our kids. After researching and reviewing 50+ daycares in our surrounding ar... Read more

Jenne

Tegan
10 months ago
We recently moved to Mesa and were looking for a good school for our 4 and 2 year old. It was important for us to find something that offered a strong early education curriculum without taking away playtime and fun for our kids. After researching and reviewing 50+ daycares in our surrounding area, we chose TLE at Eastmark and could not be happier! Some of the highlights for us so far have been: - The absolutely amazing, attentive, and caring staff. The entire team at the daycare is friendly. The moment you walk into the door to check in they’re saying good morning, asking about your day, asking the kids how they are - and it’s so genuine. They truly care about not just the kids but the family as a whole. My kids have transitioned to other classes but their old teachers still say hello and will give them hugs and engage with them. The team truly cares about all of their kids. - The educational curriculum. I love all of the characters and how they focus on different areas. Penny Polite, Bubbles, and Flexi Flamingo are big hits in our house! My kids get kits to take home that they’ve worked on at school that meets age and developmental milestones. Everything is a teachable moment in the classrooms and the life skills they are learning are so crucial. I love how I can compound on these skills at home as well. This week at home we will be transferring plants they grew at school into bigger containers so we can keep the learning going! We also love to watch their YouTube channel for when we get screen time at home. It’s so great to have so many ways to incorporate what they do at school into what we do at home. - All the activities have been so fun! TLE has so many neat things for families to be present in. My husband and I loved attending the Mother’s Day and Father’s Day activities. We’ve done some ice cream socials and the Summer of Fun has been, well, so fun for the girls, the water days are their favorites! - The app is amazing! We love all the pictures and updates we get throughout the day. It’s so easy to use and is so full of information and ideas for activities for the kids. I could go on about how happy we are at TLE but if you’re not convinced yet that it’s a great place, just call them to set up a tour and check it out yourself. You will love it here - and so will your kid!

Allison CARMEAN

Patience
10 months ago
The Learning Experience-Eaatmark has been the best care for our daughter. She has came out of her shell with the help of the amazing teachers here! We were nervous to try a daycare center moving from a in home daycare but they quickly put our minds at ease. The kids have fun and they learn not ... Read more

Allison CARMEAN

Patience
10 months ago
The Learning Experience-Eaatmark has been the best care for our daughter. She has came out of her shell with the help of the amazing teachers here! We were nervous to try a daycare center moving from a in home daycare but they quickly put our minds at ease. The kids have fun and they learn not only academics but how to be a good friend! The teachers are all so nice and are happy to help in anyway. We highly recommend this center and feel grateful to have our daughter here!

Rebecca

Wunder
29 months ago
I started sending my 4 year old here after a really difficult experience at another school. After my son started at TLE, his whole demeanor changed. He went from being angry, dismissive, shut down, and sad to a bright and chatty kid. The teachers here truly love to be there and brighten his day... Read more

Rebecca

Wunder
5 months ago
I started sending my 4 year old here after a really difficult experience at another school. After my son started at TLE, his whole demeanor changed. He went from being angry, dismissive, shut down, and sad to a bright and chatty kid. The teachers here truly love to be there and brighten his day by just smiling and caring about him. I absolutely love this school, all of the staff, and recommend it to any and all parents looking for top quality education for their little ones. This school has been the best blessing.

Jeff

Phillips
33 months ago
TLE at Eastmark is such an amazing center and they take great care of the children. Our boys both went here and built loving relationships with the staff and other children. We always feel comfortable and confident with the staff at TLE Eastmark and truly appreciate all they do. Yvonne is an ou... Read more

Jeff

Phillips
9 months ago
TLE at Eastmark is such an amazing center and they take great care of the children. Our boys both went here and built loving relationships with the staff and other children. We always feel comfortable and confident with the staff at TLE Eastmark and truly appreciate all they do. Yvonne is an outstanding director and is so easy to communicate with. We love TLE Eastmark!

Fiona

Price
49 months ago
My Daughter, Sienna has been going to TLE, since she was 4 months old. I am happy with how much she has learned and how much all the teachers love her. The app makes me feel like I know what is happening since she can't tell me. Lol. Love this school

Fiona

Price
1 months ago
My Daughter, Sienna has been going to TLE, since she was 4 months old. I am happy with how much she has learned and how much all the teachers love her. The app makes me feel like I know what is happening since she can't tell me. Lol. Love this school
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Many ways to stay connected

We offer an easy-to-use smartphone app and an array of ways to help you stay connected.

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Monthly newsletters and invitations to our community events

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Monthly calendars

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Everyday photos of your little learner

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Blog to help you stay with the current trends

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Notifications of your child’s learning activities

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Social media

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Upcoming events

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July

National Play Day

Play with a friend

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July

National Moon day

Watch a documentary about the moon

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July

Olympic Ring Art

Enjoy art with Olympic Rings

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July

Spiderman Visit

Enjoy a visit from Spiderman today

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July

National Lemon day

Everything about Lemons today

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July

National Cousins Day

Hug your cousin today

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July

End of Summer Party

Enjoy a fun end of summer party with friends

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July

Pajama Day

Wear your pajamas to school today

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