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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.

Bubbles and Friends Theme Song

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Grace & Charity

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

Bubbles

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

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.

Colleen B

9 months ago
We have seen such a difference in River already. This really feels like a good, smart move from NB. Thank you! Colleen & Tina

Colleen B

9 months ago
We have seen such a difference in River already. This really feels like a good, smart move from NB. Thank you! Colleen & Tina

Ashley C

5 months ago
Faith loves Miss Ali, and I love TLE. They taught my daughter how to count to five and I couldn't get her to do it no matter how many times. Definitely will tell others about this place! -Campos Family

Ashley C

5 months ago
Faith loves Miss Ali, and I love TLE. They taught my daughter how to count to five and I couldn't get her to do it no matter how many times. Definitely will tell others about this place! -Campos Family

Ashley C

5 months ago
I love this place! After a bad experiance at a daycare (cps was called on an employee who picked up my daughter by one arm and screamed in her face) she was fired, but it caused trauma and retaliation against us from the employee) so after finding TLE I couldn't be more greatful. My girl loves ... Read more

Ashley C

5 months ago
I love this place! After a bad experiance at a daycare (cps was called on an employee who picked up my daughter by one arm and screamed in her face) she was fired, but it caused trauma and retaliation against us from the employee) so after finding TLE I couldn't be more greatful. My girl loves the staff, they are caring, and in 2 weeks my daughter learned how to count to 5 which we could not do at home after so many tries. The grounds are beautiful, 5 out of 5 stars. Ashley & Barbara Cavallaro

Vidya

Evin
8 months ago
TLE has been amazing for my son all the staff very generous and friendly to both the kids and the parents. He does a lot of different activities that help him learn. This is the perfect place to prepare your kids for their learning path.

Vidya

Evin
8 months ago
TLE has been amazing for my son all the staff very generous and friendly to both the kids and the parents. He does a lot of different activities that help him learn. This is the perfect place to prepare your kids for their learning path.

Nicole M

Emma Mauro
4 months ago
My daughter is 8 months old and has been going to the school for 3 1/2 months. During this period she has developed so much. I am so impressed with the educational component that TLE offers. Every morning my daughter is happy when I drop her off. When I pick her up it is evident that she has ha... Read more

Nicole M

Emma Mauro
4 months ago
My daughter is 8 months old and has been going to the school for 3 1/2 months. During this period she has developed so much. I am so impressed with the educational component that TLE offers. Every morning my daughter is happy when I drop her off. When I pick her up it is evident that she has had a great day! I am so thrilled that there is an amazing facility where I feel safe leaving my daughter and I know she is well taken care of. As a first time mom the transition returning to work has been challenging, TLE has truly made it easier for us all!

Mindi D

Brooke
4 months ago
We looked all over to find a daycare center before settling on TLE. It was a great decision! The teachers in Infant A/B are amazing and made me feel so comfortable - even as a nervous new mom. My daughter is safe, cared for and learning so much. We just moved into the Toddler room and we ar... Read more

Mindi D

Brooke
4 months ago
We looked all over to find a daycare center before settling on TLE. It was a great decision! The teachers in Infant A/B are amazing and made me feel so comfortable - even as a nervous new mom. My daughter is safe, cared for and learning so much. We just moved into the Toddler room and we are looking forward to many fun years to come with TLE!

Lauren H

Isaac
4 months ago
We have been a member of the TLE family for about 18 months, and now have 2 sons attending. We are extremely pleased with the friendly, colorful, and playful environment where I know my kids are having fun, making friends, and exploring the world. The teachers are incredibly creative and regul... Read more

Lauren H

Isaac
4 months ago
We have been a member of the TLE family for about 18 months, and now have 2 sons attending. We are extremely pleased with the friendly, colorful, and playful environment where I know my kids are having fun, making friends, and exploring the world. The teachers are incredibly creative and regularly surprise me with their activities and art projects. Ms. Dawn and Ms. Victoria at the front desk are very welcoming and make me happy to arrive each morning. We love TLE.

Danielle S

A & S
4 months ago
We have the typical first-child jitters about putting our son in daycare. We chose TLE after several recommendations and it has been nothing but a wonderful experience. I have been so impressed with the teachers from the start. They are attentive, creative, and caring. My son loves being ther... Read more

Danielle S

A & S
4 months ago
We have the typical first-child jitters about putting our son in daycare. We chose TLE after several recommendations and it has been nothing but a wonderful experience. I have been so impressed with the teachers from the start. They are attentive, creative, and caring. My son loves being there and now, my daughter does too!

Meagen

Ryan & Logan
5 months ago
Both my boys went to TLE and love it. My oldest finished preschool and went to kindergarten already knowing more then he needed to. Now my little one will be going into preschool soon. I know I'm leaving him with people that care and will take excellent care of him.

Meagen

Ryan & Logan
5 months ago
Both my boys went to TLE and love it. My oldest finished preschool and went to kindergarten already knowing more then he needed to. Now my little one will be going into preschool soon. I know I'm leaving him with people that care and will take excellent care of him.

Christine

Jack
5 months ago
All three of my kids attend TLE and love it! When I go to work I know they are in good hands.

Christine

Jack
5 months ago
All three of my kids attend TLE and love it! When I go to work I know they are in good hands.

Maria T

Isabella and Ava
5 months ago
Both my girls are in love with TLE and their teachers. Soon we'll be graduating Pre-K, and I know we will all be sad to leave TLE. Memories that will last a lifetime are my daughters signing "The Pledge of Allegiance" and singing the theme song loud and proud! TLE for me and you!

Maria T

Isabella and Ava
5 months ago
Both my girls are in love with TLE and their teachers. Soon we'll be graduating Pre-K, and I know we will all be sad to leave TLE. Memories that will last a lifetime are my daughters signing "The Pledge of Allegiance" and singing the theme song loud and proud! TLE for me and you!

Mike

Laila
5 months ago
My daughter is in the toddler program and loves going to TLE!. My wife and I know that she is in good, loving hands when we leave her with the teachers every morning. Having a safe, nurturing environment for our daughter to stay every day is so important, and we found it at TLE.

Mike

Laila
5 months ago
My daughter is in the toddler program and loves going to TLE!. My wife and I know that she is in good, loving hands when we leave her with the teachers every morning. Having a safe, nurturing environment for our daughter to stay every day is so important, and we found it at TLE.

Shannon

Sophie
5 months ago

Shannon

Sophie
5 months ago

Nancy

Kevin
4 months ago
Sending Kevin to TLE has been the best decision! He is so happy there and loves his teachers and all of his TLE friends!

Nancy

Kevin
4 months ago
Sending Kevin to TLE has been the best decision! He is so happy there and loves his teachers and all of his TLE friends!

Meet our TLE® Center team

Susan McHugh & Paul Mezzullo

Owners

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Susan McHugh & Paul Mezzullo

Owners

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Susan McHugh and Paul Mezzullo brother and sister, are the original proud owners of The Learning Experience in Northport, a family owned school established January 2010. Paul has a Master’s Degree in Computer Science and is a Principal Programmer Analyst for the State of New York, in addition to running the Business Portion of the center. Susan has a Master’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Library Science. This allowed for a 20+ year career in public education. Their combined educational studies, professional experience and understanding of childcare make them a terrific team. In the 11 years, since the school has been open, Paul and Susan have received numerous awards, including The Center of Excellence, Community Service Achievement as well as the Presidential Circle Award. Paul and Susan are excited to see what the next 10 years bring to their school!

Dawn Willie

Regional Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Dawn Willie

Regional Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

I am thrilled to be the director of TLE Northport from when the school opened in January 2010 and I just as excited to open our 2nd location in Centereach! I feel so fortunate in my life to be able to work with young children and their families. The time I spend with the children is the best part of my days at TLE. In the past years, I have been able to see children who started as infants graduate, go to kindergarten, and come back to visit us with siblings. It has been an amazing journey with the children in the center. I find it a blessing and a privilege to spend my days with these children. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a master’s degree in School Counseling and Administration.

Stacey Guardado

Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Stacey Guardado

Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

My name is Stacey Guardado and I love being the Director at TLE! I have a Bachelor's Degree in History, a Master's Degree in Education, as well as a CDA. The families make me feel at home and the children are most rewarding. I love sitting in with the Toddlers to read a book or being invited to a Preschool dance party. On a personal note, I was lucky enough to have my daughter attend Preschool at TLE and watch her graduate last year. She loves coming here for Aftercare; it is like her second home! There is nothing about my job that is boring and I would not change it for the world!

Alexandra Chang-Luft

Assistant Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Alexandra Chang-Luft

Assistant Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

My name is Allie Chang-Luft and I am so excited to be a part of the Administration Team at TLE! I have both a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Psychology. I have always loved working with children, and the families at TLE certainly make me feel as if I’m a part of their own family. I became an Assistant Teacher in the Preschool 1A classroom and I love to go visit the children in there for a Preschool dance party! I also love reading books with the Toddlers and feeding our Infants. It has been such a pleasure to watch the all the children grow and graduate from TLE!

Ms. Odeida

Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Ms. Odeida

Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Ms. Odeida has been working with us since May 2019! She holds a Bachelor's Degree from St. John's University, and she loves to have fun with the children and teaching them the basics.

Ms. Patricia

Infant Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Hop Bop Baby Taps

Ms. Patricia

Infant Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Hop Bop Baby Taps

Ms. Patricia works in our Infant program and loves to be around children of all ages! She loves to keep children happy by dancing and laughing while providing a safe environment for everyone!

Ms. Krista

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Phoebe Phonics

Ms. Krista

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Phoebe Phonics

Ms. Krista is one of our Infant teachers and has been with us since 2020! She loves to read with the infants, create artwork, and have a dance party with them!

Ms. Georgina

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Georgina

Infant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Georgina has been caring for Infants for over 15 years. She has earned her CDA with specialization in Infant and Toddler care. Georgina is always taking classes to update her early childhood skills and learn new ways to guide her in caring for our babies. Georgina likes to focus on the children reaching their developmental milestones while making sure they are happy and well cared for.

Ms. Danielle

Infant Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Danielle

Infant Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Danielle has been caring for children for over 15 years, and has been with us since 2017! She loves to create cute art pieces with the infants, as well as help them develop their motor skills and independence.

Ms. Carolina

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Ms. Carolina

Toddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Ms. Carolina comes to our school after living in California. Her easy going way of life is so refreshing for our Toddlers. She has been our Toddler teacher since 2018 and loves this age group!

Ms. Julia

Twaddler Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Julia

Twaddler Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Julia has been a part of our family since 2021 and works in our two-year-old program, although she has worked with children of all ages! She loves to get creative with the artwork the children make!

Ms. Julia

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Julia

Twaddler Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Julia has been a part of our family since 2021 and works in our two-year-old program, although she has worked with children of all ages! She loves to get creative with the artwork the children make!

Ms. Stacey

Prepper Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Ms. Stacey

Prepper Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Ms. Stacey has been a part of our family since 2019 and is one of our two-year-old teachers! She loves to read stories with the children, as well as getting them up and moving with a dance party!

Ms. Linda C

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Ms. Linda C

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Ms. Linda has been a part of our family since 2022! She works in our three-year-old program and loves to keep the children engaged by conducting science experiments. She is always laughing and having fun with the kids!

Ms. Sam

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Two Plus Toucan

Ms. Sam

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Two Plus Toucan

Ms. Sam is one of our Preschool teachers in the three-year-old program and has been a part of our family since 2022! She loves to read and do yoga with the kids, as well as celebrate their growth!

Ms. Maryann

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Phoebe Phonics

Ms. Maryann

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Phoebe Phonics

Ms. Maryann has been with our school since we opened in 2010! She has worked with all of our four year old classes as the assistant teacher and is responsible for the beautiful artwork you see in our windows when you pull into our school. Ms. Maryann is a big part of helping us put our graduation celebration together each year!

Ms. Stacey

PS1A Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Ms. Stacey

PS1A Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

Ms. Stacey has been a part of our family since 2019 and is one of our three-year-old teachers! She loves to read stories with the children, as well as getting them up and moving with a dance party!

Ms. Linda C

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Ms. Linda C

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Ms. Linda has been a part of our family since 2022! She works in our three-year-old program and loves to keep the children engaged by conducting science experiments. She is always laughing and having fun with the kids!

Ms. Kim

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Ms. Kim

Preschool Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Ms. Kim has been a part of our family since September 2021 has a degree in Early Childcare Education. She works with our four-year-olds and loves to help the children reach their full potential while having fun in the process!

Ms. Jenn

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Ms. Jenn

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

Ms. Jenn has been a part of our family since 2019! She has worked with children of all ages, and is an assistant teacher in our four-year-old program. She loves to have dance parties with the children, no matter what age!

Ms. Alyssa

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Phoebe Phonics

Ms. Alyssa

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Phoebe Phonics

Ms. Alyssa has been a part of our family since 2022! She is an assistant in our three-year-old program, but has worked with children of all ages! Ms. Alyssa loves to color with the kids and makes sure everyone is having a good time!

Ms. Olga

UPK Assistant Teacher/Aftercare

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Ms. Olga

UPK Assistant Teacher/Aftercare

Favorite TLE® Character: Grace Charity

Ms. Olga works with our four-year-olds in our UPK program and also works with our Aftercare children! She has joined our family in 2021 and loves to create artwork with the children while teaching them something new each day!

Ms. Caren

UPK Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Ms. Caren

UPK Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

Ms. Caren joined our family in 2013 after being a Director of a preschool in NYC, now she's our UPK teacher! She has been caring for children for over 20 years! Ms. Caren loves to sing, dance, and create artwork with the kids!

Ms. Alana

Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Pablo Pigasso

Ms. Alana

Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Pablo Pigasso

Ms. Alana has worked with children of all ages and has been a part of our family since 2019! She loves art and theatre, so she loves to engage in dramatic play with the children!

Ms. Nancy

Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Nancy

Assistant Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

Ms. Nancy has been a part of our school since 2017, and has worked with children of all ages. She loves to have conversations with our preschoolers to learn about their day, as well as sing and dance with our toddlers and keep everyone smiling!

Many ways to stay connected

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

Monthly newsletters and invitations to our community events

Monthly calendars

Everyday photos of your little learner

Blog to help you stay with the current trends

Notifications of your child’s learning activities

Social media

Upcoming events

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October

Columbus Day- The Learning Experience Closed

The Learning Experience Northport will be closed on October 9th for Columbus Day. We will re-open on Tuesday October 10th!

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October

Halloween!!

Come join us for our classroom parties to celebrate Halloween!

10
November

UPK closed- Veteran's Day

UPK will be closed for Veteran's Day.

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November

Thanksgiving!

UPK will be closed November 22, 23 & 24 for Thanksgiving recess. The Learning Experience will be closed November 23rd & 24th only!

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December

Holiday Break!

UPK will be closed Monday December 25- January 1 for Holiday Recess!

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December

Christmas Day and New Year's Day!

The Learning Experience Northport will be closed Monday December 25th for Christmas Day and Monday January 1st for New Year's Day!

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