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About The Learning Experience - McKinney
The Learning Experience in McKinney
The Learning Experience in McKinney provides a structured academic environment under the leadership of Director Artricia Conell, who brings over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. The center utilizes the proprietary L.E.A.P. (Learning Experience Academic Program) curriculum, which focuses on intellectual, social, and cognitive development through hands-on activities. Classrooms are designed to be immersive, using a cast of over 90 educational characters to make abstract concepts in STEM, literacy, and phonics engaging for young learners. The facility is equipped with secured entrances and age-specific outdoor playgrounds. Parents stay connected through a mobile app that provides daily reports and photos of their child’s progress. Beyond academics, the program integrates sign language, manners and etiquette training, and physical fitness.
What Parents Say
5 reviews from parents
I can’t say enough good things about this daycare. From the very first day, the staff made my children feel welcomed, safe, and cared for. They treat the kids like family, and it shows in how happy and excited my little ones are to go every morning. The teachers are patient, loving, and truly dedicated to helping the kids learn and grow. I’ve noticed so much progress in my children’s social skills, confidence, and learning since they started here. The communication with parents is excellent, and I always feel reassured knowing my kids are in great hands. I’m so grateful to have found a daycare that provides not only care, but also a nurturing environment where my kids can thrive. Highly recommend!
The staff at The Learning Experience are amazing! We get daily pictures on the daycare app. So i can see my child progress and what hands on activities the kids get to do.
We’ve had a great experience at TLE McKinney! Our daughter has been attending this school before the age of one and she’s now making her transition into kindergarten for this upcoming fall semester. Thank you so much TLE teachers and staff for keeping our daughter safe and providing her with the best knowledge and skills for her next journey we will miss you all!! ❤️
We had a fantastic experience with TLE over the past two years. The teachers and staff provided a nurturing and engaging environment where our daughter thrived. She consistently exceeded developmental milestones and gained valuable skills in literacy, math, and social development. The curriculum is well-structured, and the staff is attentive, and genuinely invested in the children’s growth. Our daughter always looked forward to her time there, which speaks volumes about the quality of care provided. Will highly recommend to any parent looking for a top-notch early learning center!
My daughter has been going to TLE since she was a few months old (She is 4 now). Everytime she ages up into a new class we are afraid she won’t adjust since she has loved each teacher she’s had. This last transition was so easy. I can’t say enough great things about Mrs. Raj and Mrs. S. Sophia loves them and talks about her teachers so much at home. It’s easy dropping her knowing she’s with teachers that really care and are just amazing.
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Safety Record
No safety concerns, major news incidents, or Better Business Bureau complaints were found specifically for the 4501 Ridge Rd location. The facility is a licensed child care center (License #1544226) with a capacity for 188 children and has been in continuous operation since its license was issued in February 2015.
Parent Reputation
The center maintains a strong reputation among parents, evidenced by a 5/5 rating on Niche and positive testimonials highlighting caring, attentive staff. While the franchise's 'Bubbles and Friends' character branding is described on some parent forums as visually overstimulating, reviewers frequently note that the facility is clean, safe, and developmentally effective.
Staff Insights
Employee reviews for this specific McKinney branch (Center #160) are mixed but lean positive with a 4.1 rating on job boards. Staff members have reported a supportive 'family' environment and leadership opportunities under Director Artricia Conell, though some teachers have cited organizational challenges and a lack of support during busy periods.
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