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Our Caring & Experienced Staff

Teacher quality remains the top reason why families choose The Learning Experience Franklin Lakes.

Jennifer C.

We have had such a wonderful experience since our 4 (almost 5!)-month-old started at this daycare last month. As a new parent, leaving your baby in someone else’s care can be a little nerve-racking, but the staff have made the transition so much easier for us. From the very beginning, everyone has been warm, welcoming, and caring, and we feel confident knowing that our baby is in such good hands. The teachers are attentive, patient, and genuinely seem to care about the children. We really appreciate the communication throughout the day and the updates that help us feel connected while we are away. It has been so reassuring to see how comfortable and happy our baby is becoming each day. We are very happy with our decision and would definitely recommend this daycare to other parents looking for a caring and nurturing environment for their little one!

Jessica D.

I highly recommend The Learning Experience in Franklin Lakes! TLE Franklin Lakes is our first and only daycare/preschool experience, and we couldn't have asked for a better one. We enrolled our daughter when she was just 19 months old, and last week she celebrated her preschool graduation! While she'll be staying for summer camp before starting kindergarten this fall, it's hard to believe how quickly our time at TLE has gone by. It's bittersweet to see it end. Over the years, our daughter has made so many friends and learned so much. Every teacher and member of the administrative staff has been incredibly warm, caring, and welcoming. They created such a nurturing environment that she hugs everyone goodbye at the end of each day! The curriculum is amazing. Beyond learning letters, reading, writing, numbers, and math, the kids are also introduced to different languages, geography, and so many other topics. TLE goes above and beyond by hosting special events outside of school hours. If you ask my daughter, one of her favorite events are the movie nights, with all proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish. They even hosted a preschool "Prom" before graduation, where the graduating class had pizza, snacks and danced the night away! The Learning Experience has provided our daughter with an incredible foundation for kindergarten, along with the best memories and friendships. We are so grateful to everyone at TLE Franklin Lakes for making her preschool years such a positive experience. I highly recommend them to any family looking for a caring, engaging, and exceptional preschool.

Courtney Z.

We joined TLE Franklin Lakes last fall after moving to the area in August. Our daughter had previously been attending TLE Ramsey since she was 3 months old. We were nervous to make the switch, but the staff at the front desk & teachers in her class were so welcoming it was nearly a seamless transition. Shout out to Ms. Emilee in Twaddlers at the time for loving on our little girl & making her feel extra special on a daily basis. Seeing our daughter grow and learn while having fun making new friends is all we could ever asked for. Happy to be a part of the TLE family and grateful for everything that they do for our kids!

Isabel M.

Wonderful daycare, incredible teachers & staff. They take the time to make each family feel welcome and cared for. They celebrate every occasion (birthdays, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, etc). We appreciate everything that they do for our family and are grateful to have such a warm and caring place for our family.

Dana W.

TLE Franklin Lakes is the best! I have two kids there, the youngest of which started at only 4 months - they love it. The place is very organized, communicative, and all around awesome! Every day my toddler comes home with a new word that he learned.

Safety & Peace of Mind

Franklin Lakes families consistently report feeling secure about the supervision, entry protocols, and overall safety standards at our Center.

Ashley K.

Our family recently moved to the area, and it was important to my husband and me to stay with The Learning Experience because of their incredible program. It’s not just childcare, t’s so much more! It’s education, experience, community, and fun all in one place. The owner and staff at the Franklin Lakes TLE are amazing. Everyone is so friendly, welcoming, and supportive. You can truly feel how much they love what they do. From the moment you walk in, you know your little one is being cared for, supported, and genuinely looked after. I couldn’t recommend The Learning Experience at Franklin Lakes enough.

Kay G.

I’m writing this as a former employee. I truly loved my time working at this school every bit of it. I walked away with nothing but great memories, and even the tough days felt meaningful. Mrs. Dilek was consistently kind, patient, and incredibly understanding. The teachers genuinely cared about the wellbeing and success of every student, and you could feel it in the atmosphere every day. Leaving was bittersweet, but my path was pulling me in a different direction. Still, I hope my little one gets to start their journey at TLE someday because it really is a special place.

Antoinette H.

We love the TLE family because thats exactly what it feels like... a family. The staff is so warm and welcoming and show their passion for what they do. They are very accommodating as well. As far as the classroom, my son truly loves his classmates and the activities they have for the children. I am very pleased with TLE in Franklin Lakes.

Anna S.

We are absolutely thrilled with our experience at The Learning Experience in Franklin Lakes! The staff is incredibly friendly and always goes above and beyond to make sure our child feels welcomed and loved. The variety of activities they offer is fantastic and keeps our toddler engaged and happy throughout the day. We couldn't be happier with the care and attention our child receives here. Highly recommend The Learning Experience to any parent looking for a nurturing and stimulating environment for their little ones!

Zhanna V.

I cant recommend The Learning Experience in Franklin Lakes enough! The staff is incredibly caring and attentive, creating a nurturing environment for the kids. My son has thrived here, making new friends and learning so much. He is absolutely ready for kindergarten thanks to the engaging activities and supportive teachers. I also appreciate the excellent communication from the staff. Five stars for a fantastic daycare experience!

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Cleanliness & Classroom Environment

Our parents regularly comment on the exceptional hygiene standards and welcoming atmosphere of our Franklin Lakes classrooms.

Allison H.

I am so grateful I chose TLE in Franklin Lakes for my son. This was the first time any of my children have ever been to daycare. The Learning Experience welcomed us with open arms and we immediately felt like family. My sons teachers are so friendly, caring and communicative. I love receiving daily pictures in the app of my son. They do so many activities every day. My son has learned so much already. I chose this school because I felt the owner has a huge heart and truly cares about each individual child. The front desk Administrative team is very bubbly and friendly and always willing to help and answer any questions or concerns I may have. Thank you TLE for loving and nurturing my son.

Kaitlyn C.

I love everything about the learning experience! From the caring teachers to the well-rounded curriculum and the clean and organized classrooms, I couldn't recommend this learning center more! I have noticed a drastic difference in my daughters social-emotional development since starting just 2 months ago!

Brianna C.

As a first time parent, choosing a daycare when I went back to work to teach my own students was difficult but everyone at TLE in Franklin Lakes has been wonderful. The office staff is friendly and responsive. Ms. Dilek, the owner, greets each child by name every morning. The teachers look happy to be there and you can feel how they genuinely care about the students. You truly feel part of a family there. TLE also has an app where the teachers share updates and photos of the activities your child is doing throughout the day. Can’t recommend TLE in Franklin Lakes enough! It is so comforting to know my child is in great hands!

Nicole C.

A Wonderful Nursery Experience! I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough! The staff are incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely passionate about caring for the children. They take the time to get to know each child and provide personalized attention, creating a nurturing and loving environment. The facilities are clean, bright, and filled with age-appropriate toys and learning materials. My toddlers loves the variety of activities they offer, from creative arts and crafts to outdoor play in their playground. The focus on early learning, academic excellence (for Pre K groups) and social development is amazing! What stands out most is the sense of community they foster. The staff keep us updated with daily reports and photos, so we always feel connected to what our little ones are learning and experiencing. We’re so grateful to have found this nursery—it’s a second home for our three toddlers, and we couldn’t be happier!

Chelsea M.

Looking for peace of mind, safety, cleanliness, structure, real time development?! Look no further, this is truly the program for you and your children!!! I have a 4 year old, 2 year old, and soon to be 1 year old and we have been a part of the program for less than a year. Let me start by saying my only connection to this school is that I live near by. I was happy to write a review because of the vast difference we have been experiencing at this program compared to others in north NJ. The director Ms. Dilek, is an incredible person, thoughtful, concerned, understanding and professional to say the least. You will catch Ms. Dilek mopping the lobby on rainy days, or entertaining students as they come and go, or helping in a classroom at any given moment. Her experience in raising her own children right here in Bergen County made the decision that much easier for me, but also the passion and care she has for the children. She treats my kids as if they were her own. The facility is beautiful and clean, the procedures for each classroom are strict but have helped minimize sickness within the class. I’m appreciative of her dedication to this because our babies are so important to us. We have experienced some other schools/daycares in Wayne and Wycoff and this location has been the best yet. The number 1 thing I love about this program is the structure. My children are being introduced to incredible structure, learning new concepts daily and it shows. Its given me the confidence that they will be ready for grade school. I knew I had made the right decisions when my kids didn’t want to go home after their first day was complete. Thank you Ms. Dilek for bringing an incredible group of teachers together and being committed and choosing the right people dedicated to this job. You all are doing a tremendous job. You all show effort and commitment which is important to me and my family. Last but not least I cannot forget to mention the wonderful ladies in the lobby who manage all the day to day. These young ladies are incredibly professional and are such a wonderful breath of fresh air when you walk into the facility. They are always welcoming whether it be on the phone or in person day or night. They are very aware and in tune with the happenings of each child. I can really appreciate how dedicated everyone is all throughout that facility. I look forward to the next several years with Ms. Dilek. Take the tour, get on the wait list, be patient…IT IS WORTH IT! Your children will thank you, and you will shed a few layers of stress. Nothing like TLE of Franklin Lakes.

Learning, Development, & Child Growth

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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Flora P.

We recently started at TLE and have had the best experience. We noticed our daughter start to flourish almost immediately. She had started in the younger group as a Twaddler and I must say each of the teachers are incredibly kind and patient as she was gettting used to attending daycare. Ms. Emilee, Ms. Dana, Ms. Iryna & Ms. Sakiba are phenomenal! She now is in an older group (Preppers) and has learned so much more independence and trying out things by herself. Ms. Andy and Ms. Dajahna have so much energy and really are engaging with kids, making learning exciting. My daughter can be a picky eater and she has slowly opened up to trying new foods as she sees other kids eating the lunch together. The facility is incredibly clean and have a 2 door safety system which was very important to us. The teachers in each group do a good job of taking photos of the kids to send to parents in the app, which has been super fun to see all the new things my daughter is doing. Administrators & Staff Ms. Dilek, Ms. Diana, Ms. Marie & Ms. Allison are always friendly and answer all my thousands of questions promptly, gives us peace of mind knowing our daughter is safe and in good hands.

Leighann P.

We’ve had such a wonderful experience with the preschool class at The Learning Experience in Franklin Lakes. The curriculum is fun, engaging, and age-appropriate, while still helping the kids build a strong academic foundation. My son has started reading, has a great grasp of beginning sight words, and is already adding and subtracting independently. I also love that they introduce Spanish and explore different places around the world. It is incredible what these little learners soak up! Most importantly, the social and emotional growth we’ve seen has been amazing. He’s become more confident, independent, and excited to go to school each day. The teachers are kind, nurturing, and truly care about each child. We’re so grateful for everything TLE has done for our family!

Mary B.

The Learning experience in Franklin Lakes is top notch. Both of my children began at 10 months old. My son completed preschool in June 2021. He had a wonderful experience with his preschool teacher, Miss Ronnie. She is warm, nurturing and has a love for teaching that is undeniable! My daughter is in with the Preppers class and is thriving with her teachers, Miss Meagan and Miss Neredia! She also had a wonderful experience with Miss Lydia, Miss Ally and Miss Laurence. They are all caring and she enjoys going to school each day! Thank you for taking such good care of my children!!

Celia

We are extremely happy with TLE Franklin Lakes. Our son is flourishing and loves his classroom and friends. We highly recommend TLE. The whole staff is fantastic.

Kindergarten Readiness and School Preparation

One of the most common reasons families choose The Learning Experience Franklin Lakes is our whole-child approach to kindergarten readiness.

Kathleen H.

I enrolled my daughter shortly after she turned 2. We were looking for a school that would provide social enrichment and a way to learn to interact appropriately with other children her age, as she was very shy and quiet up until that time. Within a few weeks, she was noticeably more talkative and has only blossomed more and more over the last year. She loves going to school and knows nearly all the teachers, the director, and front office staff, and all of them know her well. All of her teachers have been amazing and loving and Ms. Dilek and Ms. Magaly are as close to her as all of her teachers have been. I couldn't be happier with the choice we made to send her there!

Gina

My one year old son has been enrolled in TLE since September and I couldn't be happier with the center and its employees. As my first child I was hesitant about putting him in daycare but I am so glad I did. TLE is more than a daycare. My son is learning in ways that I wouldn't think to teach him at such a young age. I have nothing but great things to say about this center and would highly recommend it.

Elsie

Our 4 years old twin boys had previously attended another day care facility in the area, once we found out TLE had a new location opened at Franklin Lakes we toured the school and immediately feel in love with their approach toward the children. We feel like our sons are safe and secured in the beautiful brand new school and really appreciate the educational curriculum. The owner and the director, as well as the teachers that we have come in contact with are kind and patient people. They are accessible whenever I have questions and concerns. Their willingness goes above and beyond every single day. We would strongly recommend this center to anyone else.

Neha

My dd’s have been going to TLE since it opened in July and they absolutely love it there. There is never a day that goes by without my older one talking about Ms Dilek, the owner. Dilek is warm, welcoming, and always has time to for a chat with me regarding my kids or updates about the daycare. Ms. Jamie, the infant teacher, is very caring and attentive. When i go to pick my little one up she always provide a detailed run-through of the day as well as letting me know if my infant is enjoying one type of food vs another, or more generally what types of activities or foods she is gravitating towards. My toddler transition from a different daycare to TLE and the first few days were a challenge. Ms Magalie, the director at the daycare, helped us with the transition and spent the one-on-one time with my daughter to help her build a connection with the teachers at TLE. Overall, the staff is very friendly, knows every child, and they are generally a high-energy welcoming team. Thus far my kids and I have enjoyed our experience at TLE.

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Communication with Parents

Families 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.

  • Parent-teacher scheduling
  • Immediate incident communication
  • Open-door classroom visits
Erin

My children (1 and 4 years old) were two of the first students at The Learning Experience in Franklin Lakes. I have been so pleased with the teachers, curriculum, and environment. My older child has learned about everything from “Chemical Reactions” to “Philanthropy” and Yoga – I am amazed. I truly feel that my kids are being cared for by people who are invested in their growth and development. The teachers are top quality and very engaged. Both the owner (Dilek) and director (Magaly) are incredibly hands on, and it is obvious that they care so much about the children. My kids enjoy their school and are blossoming. I would highly recommend TLE in Franklin Lakes.

Diana Z.

We are so happy to have enrolled our daughter at TLE in Franklin Lakes. Everyone is so welcoming and they truly care about our daughter. It is wonderful to know that she is taken care of while we are at work. Her teachers are amazing and she has learned so much already. It is a joy dropping her off and picking her up and seeing how happy she is. She loves her class, her teachers and her friends!

Kim

Our son Luke is our sixth child. I have had my children in many different daycare facilities. Dilek the owner is so passionate about her center and these children. Luke has been at TLE since it opened and this center is the BEST. I highly recommend this center to all parents looking a loving environment that is educational as well as clean and safe.

Rachael

I enrolled my 2 year old son a few weeks ago at the Franklin Lakes TLE center, and I am THRILLED! Over the past couple of weeks, his vocabulary has increased and he has FINALLY started to use the potty, and I credit his teacher and the center. The owner Dilek is warm and friendly, and as an educator I feel that my son’s learning and his social emotional growth is her number one priority. Thank you, TLE Franklin Lakes!

Why Franklin Lakes Families Choose Our Center

Across 86+ reviews, Franklin Lakes families consistently highlight the same strengths.

  • Attentive, caring teachers

    Staff who know each child by name and build genuine relationships

  • Clean, organized classrooms

    High hygiene standards and well-maintained learning spaces

  • A strong learning environment

    Structured curriculum with measurable developmental outcomes

  • Children excited to attend

    Kids who look forward to school and ask to go on weekends

  • Noticeable developmental progress

    Parents see real growth in confidence, language, and social skills

  • Responsive communication

    Daily updates, open-door policy, and proactive parent outreach

*Reviews on this page are sourced from Google Business Profile and internal parent satisfaction surveys. We do not edit, filter, or fabricate reviews.

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