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.
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.
Our lovable friend who takes you on a daily adventure that makes kids happy to learn, play and grow.
Grace & Charity
Our dynamic doggy duo introduces the importance of being generous and giving.
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.
Hope
Billy
3 months ago
Both my boys currently attend the Howell TLE location and have been enrolled since they were 12 & 18 months (now 3 and 2). The boys have completely thrived, grown and learned so much. The staff is so caring, kind and patient with them. Especially my 3-year-olds teacher Mrs. Jo and Miss Gise... Read more
Rachel GORSKY
Betty
4 months ago
It was our daughters first time in any type of daycare at 2 1/2 years old, and she was welcomed with open arms. It didn't take long for all the staff to know her name and greet her anytime they walk past her, whether she has been in their class or not. She has nothing but amazing things to say ... Read more
Sukriti
David
16 months ago
Everyone at TLE made us feel like family and the academy has an incredibly safe, clean, and secure environment. Our son started in the infant group when he was 7 months old. As first time parents, we were nervous about fulltime daycare. From the first day that we dropped him off, I was so comfo... Read more
Monica
N.
20 months ago
Our son has been at TLE since April of 2022 when he had just turned 6 months old. Leaving your baby at daycare for the first time can be overwhelming and nerve wracking and from day 1 we knew that picking TLE was the right choice. Hillary the director is great and she has an amazing team of tea... Read more
Daniela
Lofaso
28 months ago
TLE Howell is great. My son has made a complete turn around since Mrs. Hilary came in. The staff's energy is always up and excited. My son is always happy to learn and show his teachers his homework. It's always a feeling seeing your kid happy to go to school.
Kimberly WALSH
38 months ago
My son loves going to TLE each day. He is learning so much and absolutely loves his teachers. Everyone I encounter is kind and professional. We are very happy here!
Angel
Santiago
40 months ago
My daughter has been attending the learning experience of Howell since she was 2.5 years with limited speech of 15 words and a few behavioral issues Ms. Camie was beyond phenomenal and patient with our daughter bringing her vocabulary to 20 plus words 10 sign languages and potty trained before ... Read more
Khyia WASHINGTON
Asir, Amir, and Asaii
117 months ago
My two oldest boys went to TLE, my eldest was one of the first Kindergartners to graduate from Howell TLE. We loved the school so much that when we moved out of the area I drove over an hour every morning to bring my boys back to TLE... this was while living directly across the street from an e... Read more
Wanda KIRK
Aubrianna Kirk
130 months ago
Aubrianna loves her teacher, Miss Courtney! She is wonderful with the children! The children are learning all aspects of early child development and are also learning good manners and social skills! Some children have come in shy and quiet and now they have come out of their shells and are ve... Read more
Kathleen DIGIOVANNI
Evan
130 months ago
Evan loves Miss Sharon
Kenya ROSARIO
Emma
131 months ago
My family and I had moved to Jackson 4 years ago and our two oldest kids had attended TLE in Howell and the teachers were amazing. I was expecting our third child and I already knew that the Howell TLE was our choice. The staff and teachers are wonderful, caring and loving. My daughters teacher... Read more
Amanda KENNY
Jack
131 months ago
The infant rooms and teachers at TLE in Howell are amazing! I was nervous about putting my son Jack in daycare in the beginning but I quickly saw how it was the best thing I could have done! Miss Michelle, Miss Amanda, Miss Patti and Miss Sheelagh are fantastic! They provide such a fun and lov... Read more
Pamela CASTELLANO
Nolan Castellano
131 months ago
We were naturally nervous about putting our son in day care; however, TLE of Howell has been amazing in making us feel safe and comfortable from day one. Everyone on the staff from Ms. Kim, Ms. Jenny, Ms. Michelle, Ms. Sheila, and Ms. Amanda have been an essential part of our wonderful experien... Read more
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