The Learning Experience at Oakleaf is the first and only daycare/early-learning center we have used, so we cannot compare it directly to others, but after more than two years, we feel very fortunate to choose them.
Our children started in 2023 (pic of 1st day below), and as of March 2026, most of the staff and teachers are still there. That says a lot. Low turnover is usually a strong sign that people enjoy where they work, and in childcare that kind of stability matters even more.
Our daughters teachers have been genuinely kind, patient, and caring. When our oldest started at 18 months, the adjustment was very difficult. It took more than three months of steady, daily effort for her to feel comfortable. The staff never rushed it and never gave up. We watched their patience slowly earn her trust. Just as she was now comfortable going to class, a new girl in her class had a very similar experience struggling to adjust, and we saw the staff give her that same level of care and persistence. The two girls have now moved through several classes together and become close friends. That kind of consistency and compassion is hard to miss.
The teachers leave a real and lasting impression on the kids. Our daughter still remembers Miss Kat, her first teacher from 2023, and waves to her almost every day in the hallway. Miss Jenna was so wonderful she even attended our daughter’s birthday party. Miss Mia and Kaylee have been a great team in their classroom and somehow manage the daily toddler tornado with patience, warmth, and good humor. Our daughter never misses a chance to knock on their window and wave. Miss Rita seems to have endless energy and has been a big part of helping the children progress into potty training. We have watched her run around at recess with the kids and match their silliness stride for stride. And if she is also cleverly helping tire them out before nap time, we respect the strategy.
Her most recent teachers, Miss JAHrei and Miss D, have completely won our daughter over. Every morning, she picks a flower for Miss D from the front landscaping, and Miss D never misses a chance to react with such sweetness and surprise that it clearly makes our daughter’s day. At this point, Miss D is firmly the favorite.
There are also many other teachers and floaters we have met over the years, including Miss Benisha, Jay, Jayden, Jasmin, Lauren, Dakota, and others. What stands out is how many of them seem to know every child’s name and never miss an opportunity to show attention, kindness, and love.
The front office staff deserve just as much credit. Miss Natalie, Kaylee, and now Miss Jasmin make the front office feel warm and welcoming. Drop-off and pickup never feel cold or transactional. "Everybody knows your name" vibes. There is always a smile, usually a quick laugh, and they are consistently helpful. They also show up for the extra things, like Trunk or Treat and other events, which says a lot about the culture there. Our daughter cannot start her morning without giving the Director, Miss Kaylee, a hug in the morning and on the way out in the afternoon. (Pic below of Miss Kaylee and the girls)
We have had a genuinely positive experience at The Learning Experience at Oakleaf. The care feels sincere, the staff feels invested, and our daughters are happy there. As parents, that means everything.
