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Meet our TLE® Center team

Kourtney Keesley

Assistant Director/ Curriculum Coordinator

Favorite TLE® Character: Sonar

DeVonna Lewis

Assistant Director/Curriculum Specialist

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Erica Hughes

Operations Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace and Charity

Murissa Rotz

Center Support Manager

Favorite TLE® Character: Pablo Pigasso

Desrene Lewis-Williams

Center Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace and Charity

Latifah Bolden

Area Education Coordinator

Favorite TLE® Character: Phoebe Phonics

Miss Nancy

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace and Charity

Miss Elizabeth

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Miss Emoni

Preschool 1 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Miss Denise

Preschool 2 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Miss Nia

Preschool 1 Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Tito Toro

Miss Tyeanna

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

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Happy Little Learners

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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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Patrice D

Javan
2 months ago
I was a little worried at first because it’s hard to trust people with my baby, but from the first day I can see that he loved the center. He is in infant room A. Both teachers are very attentive and very helpful and both ladies always communicate very well with me about his needs. Thank ... Read more

Patrice D

Javan
2 months ago
I was a little worried at first because it’s hard to trust people with my baby, but from the first day I can see that he loved the center. He is in infant room A. Both teachers are very attentive and very helpful and both ladies always communicate very well with me about his needs. Thank you so much Ms. Paulette and Ms. Ali.

Mishelle

Kunooz
2 months ago
Our daughter started going to TLE at 4 months old and is now 17 months old… The teachers in both the infant and toddler classrooms are highly experienced and supportive. Our daughter’s confidence and strong sense of self has developed beautifully by the partnership with the teacher... Read more

Mishelle

Kunooz
2 months ago
Our daughter started going to TLE at 4 months old and is now 17 months old… The teachers in both the infant and toddler classrooms are highly experienced and supportive. Our daughter’s confidence and strong sense of self has developed beautifully by the partnership with the teachers who understand the family’s goals for their child Management is remarkable in understanding the parents concerns and managing the child’s needs accordingly Courtney, Marissa, latifa, Ms Paulette, Ms Nancy, Allie Ms princess and Mr Markel are all amazing Thank you TLE

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Kamyra
2 months ago
Our daughter has been at TLC New Haven since she was 1yo; over 2 years now. We love the teachers she has had at different stages (baby, toddler, prepper), and she adores her teachers. She learns from hands on activities, is nurtured, and has a community of support. The assistant directors are a... Read more

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Kamyra
2 months ago
Our daughter has been at TLC New Haven since she was 1yo; over 2 years now. We love the teachers she has had at different stages (baby, toddler, prepper), and she adores her teachers. She learns from hands on activities, is nurtured, and has a community of support. The assistant directors are amazingly supportive and helpful as well. I'm so thankful for all of the teachers and staff!
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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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June

Summer Luau

Join us for our Summer Luau! We will have outside games, ice cream, crafts, sprinkler and more!

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August

Touch A Truck Open House

Love trucks? Join us for touch a truck! August 9th 2025 11:00am to 1:00pm

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