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Wheeling, IL Preschool & Daycare Wheeling, IL

Get exceptional early education & care for your child.

343 W Dundee Rd Wheeling, IL, 60090 (View Map ›)

Age-Specific Preschool Programs

We care for a range of children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old.

Why Families Choose Our Daycare in Wheeling, IL

Award-Winning Curriculum

Our proprietary L.E.A.P.® curriculum is designed to develop the whole child through academic, social, and cognitive learning.

Safe & Secure Environment

Secured entrances, background-checked staff, and detailed health protocols keep your child safe and protected.

Qualified Teachers

Our educators have degrees in early childhood education and maintain ongoing professional development.

Family Communication

Stay connected with daily reports, photos, and updates through our secure parent app.

Explore Our Learn-and-Play Wheeling, IL Preschool Curriculum and Characters that Spark Whole‑Child Growth

At The Learning Experience, children at our preschool in Wheeling, IL follow our proprietary L.E.A.P.® Curriculum, featuring hands‑on activities that nurture intellectual, social, and cognitive skills so every child can learn, play and grow.

Engaging TLE® learning characters appear in every lesson, turning abstract ideas into memorable stories and modeling values such as kindness, curiosity, and teamwork. Together, the curriculum and characters spark engagement and guide children toward confident, well‑rounded development.

Discover Our Full Curriculum

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Language & Literacy

Building vocabulary, phonemic awareness, and early reading skills through interactive activities

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Enrichment & Experience

Engaging children with music, art, STEM activities, and cultural awareness

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Academic Foundation

Developing mathematical concepts, scientific inquiry, and critical thinking skills

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Physical Development & Play

Strengthening gross and fine motor skills through structured activities and free play

Details You Need to Know About TLE in Wheeling, IL

Open: M-F, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Ages 6 weeks to 6 years

Our Staff Members

Ms. Angela

Executive Center Director

Favorite TLE® Character: Gibby Gibbon

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Ms. Vicky

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Larissa

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

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Ms. Paula

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Brandylen

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Victoria

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Miss Chievous

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Ms Ariana

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Tito Toro

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Ms. Jennifer

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Marybella

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

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Ms. Jihan

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Iris

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Sonya

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Abby

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Madi

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Flexi Flamingo

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Ms Bonnie

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Penny Polite

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Mr. Joey

Preschool Chef

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Ms. Arianna

Teacher

Favorite TLE® Character: Bubbles

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Upcoming Events At Our Center

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November

Open House

You’re Invited to Our Open House! Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon of: Fresh cookies Creative crafts Guided classroom tours Come experience our warm community, meet our teachers, and see what makes our center special.

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November

Friendsgiving

The Learning Experience invites our families and friends to join us for a special Friendsgiving celebration! Together, we'll share gratitude, laughter, and community while enjoying festive activities and time with loved ones. We look forward to the season of thanks with our TLE family!

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December

Warmth Drive

Warmth Drive – Supporting Wheeling Families! This season let’s come together to keep our community warm! We’re collecting: Coats Blankets Mittens Hats Dec 1st -5th Drop-off Location: The Learning Experience - Wheeling Every donation makes a difference. Thank you for helping us support Wheeling families in need!

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December

Breakfast with Santa

Start your morning with a little holiday magic! Our Breakfast with Santa brings families together for festive bites, fun activities and even Santa himself!

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January

Parent Workshop

Parent Workshop: New Year, New Routines for Developmental Ages A fresh year is the perfect time to build healthy routines! Join us for a practical and supportive session designed to help parents: Learn age-appropriate strategies for infants through preschoolers Create smooth daily routines for home and school success Get tips on transitions, independence, and consistency Date: Jan 9th Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm Location: The Learning Experience - Wheeling Let’s kick off the new year together with tools to help every child thrive!

The Learning Experience Wheeling, IL , IL Reviews

See what parents are saying about TLE Childcare Centers.

Bubbles and Friends Theme

Lacey

John

0 months ago

TLE Wheeling is a great center! Ms. Angela and Ms. Marquise are both dedicated to maintaining a high quality center and making sure their team are high quality educators to... Read more

Caroline

Kaiden

1 months ago

Our kiddo has been enrolled since 14 months old, and has learned so much being at TLE! TLE has a great curriculum and teachers to match. Ms. Abby is great!... Read more

Blake

Blaine and Brooke

1 months ago

Our 4.5 year old and 2.5 year old both attend The Learning Experience and we are thrilled with how the last 2 plus years have gone. They go out of... Read more

Jonatan

Gabriella and Alaia

1 months ago

This Learning Experience is amazing and my girls really enjoy themselves. They like going to Bubbles and Friends and seeing their teachers there. Ms. Victoria and Ms. Jennifer do such... Read more

Jeeda

Sam

1 months ago

We absolutely love The Learning Experience and couldn’t be happier with the care our son receives! From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by how clean, bright, and... Read more

Krystal

Kehlani

1 months ago

My daughter had such a great experience when we took a tour with Angela! She did not want to leave and asked if she could come back! Definitely will be... Read more

Rachel

Bennett

1 months ago

We’ve been at The Learning Experience for two weeks and so far have had a great experience. Angela, the director, has been super friendly, responsive, and quick to respond to... Read more

Jessica

Emma

1 months ago

Love love love The Learning Experience! Jihan, Victoria, Vicky, Madi and Arianna are truly a blessing. Best way to describe the staff and facility is extraordinary. I love the app... Read more

Edith BAHENA

Angel Herrera

3 months ago

We’ve had a great experience at The Learning Experience in Wheeling over the past two years, the staff Ms. Vicky and Ms. Madi have made my son feel welcomed and... Read more

Zinnia SIDHWA

Sayan & Zayan

3 months ago

I have my two boys enrolled at TLE for just over a year now. From day one when we came in for the tour, we loved how TLE does a... Read more

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Ares Sanchez

3 months ago

I’ve been with the Learning Experience-Wheeling for a little over a year now. It has been a good experience for my child. Ms. Victoria and Ms. Jennifer are amazing teachers... Read more

Jenny EINECKER

Madison Gehrke

3 months ago

As first-time parents it was hard to drop our daughter off the first day but Miss Vicky and Miss Paula made it very easy to adapt and they are very... Read more

Elle

Orie

3 months ago

We are very appreciative of Ms. Paula and Ms. Vicky. We are first-time parents so we were worried when he started daycare in January. TLE has felt more like family... Read more

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Olivia

3 months ago

This year, I decided to stay home with my daughter but still wanted her to have access to a classroom environment in order to continue developing her social and emotional... Read more

Shanthi

Hu

3 months ago

We are forever grateful to TLE in Wheeling for how great they have been with our son. Our family had a traumatic experience with our son's prior daycare and we... Read more

Manuel

Maza

3 months ago

Great staff their very caring and full of energy they go above and beyond to full fill my daughters needs l highly recommend!

Kirsten

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3 months ago

I honestly don't have a bad thing to say about TLE Wheeling - it feels more like a family than just "childcare" more like a school than "daycare", and the... Read more

L.E.A.P.® Curriculum for Infants

Frequently Asked Questions

What curriculum do you follow at your early learning center?

Our proprietary L.E.A.P.® Curriculum is used across all childcare development centers at The Learning Experience, helping your child thrive in both structured learning and play.

What age groups do you accept at your daycare center?

We accept children from 6 weeks to 6 years. Whether you're looking for infant daycare, baby daycare, or preschool programs, we offer tailored learning for every stage.

How do I find the best preschool near me?

If you're searching for a preschool near me or "daycare in Wheeling", look no further. Our centers are built on a foundation of trust, education, and family-focused care.

What sets your daycare apart from others in the area?

Unlike many generic daycare centers near me, we include enrichment programs like sign language, music, and physical development at no extra cost.

What’s a typical day like at your childcare center?

From arrival to pick-up, children engage in themed learning activities, outdoor play, and social development—making every day fun and educational at our learn and play daycare.

Do you offer programs to prepare my child for kindergarten?

Yes, our preschool programs are designed to foster early math, literacy, and social skills - ensuring your child is ready for school and life beyond.

Is there infant care available at your daycare?

Absolutely. Our infant daycare program focuses on nurturing, safety, and development, with daily updates sent to parents through our mobile app.

How do you communicate with parents?

Through our secure Bubbles app, parents of children in our childcare centers receive daily reports, pictures, and updates - keeping them connected and informed.

Will you help with potty training?

Yes! All of our childcare development centers offer potty training support, working closely with families during this milestone.

How do you ensure child safety?

Our early learning centers are secured with restricted entry, background-checked staff, and detailed health protocols to ensure peace of mind.

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