The Learning Experience – Jacksonville River City in Jacksonville,

The Learning Experience – Jacksonville River City in Jacksonville, Florida, stands out as a comprehensive childcare center that has earned a stellar reputation for its nurturing environment and educational focus. The facility features dedicated teachers who provide individualized attention while following a structured curriculum that helps children develop both academically and socially from infancy through pre-K. Parents consistently praise the center’s clean facilities, regular communication through their app, and the staff’s ability to create a warm, family-like atmosphere where children genuinely enjoy learning and playing.

Day Care Information

Address

13144 Wolf Bay Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32218

Reviews

129 Reviews

Day Care Features

Does this day care accept infants?

Yes

Multiple reviews mention infants attending the daycare, with specific teachers like Ms. Kristie being highlighted for their care of infants.

Reviews:

Author: Ruby Caraballo Rating: 5/5 Date: 7/18/2024, 2:22:57 PM Review: TLE Northside is a blessing for our family. My daughter has been in this daycare since she was 10 months old. Her teacher from infant A made us feel secure that she was been taking care with love. As a first time parents it was difficult to leave our daughter with somebody else, but everyone made us feel that she was safe. They have help us with transitioning from breastfeeding to solid foods and many other things. Every morning my daughter is happy and excited to see her teachers and friends. Everyone knows her name and what she likes. Right now Miss Courtney is doing an amazing job taking care of her and helping us with potty training. She is so positive and happy every morning. My daughter loves her and it shows when she gives her a hug in the morning and when we pick her up. Miss Jordan and Sanela are excellent listeners and they take care of any concerns that you may have. Updates on the app and pictures are uploaded in a timely manner. We are excited to move soon to Pre-K with Miss Patricia, another dedicated teacher. Overall we are so grateful for TLE. ----- Author: Brandy Cousineau Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/21/2024, 3:11:41 PM Review: We absolutely loved TLE! They always provided an amazing experience and helped us through each transition. This was our first experience with a daycare and I can say they have set the bar so high. All the teachers at TLE have been wonderful and really made us feel like part of the family. Our daughter has been going here since she was an infant. The curriculum provided is very educational and I love that we have access to it in the app. I highly recommend TLE for any parent who wants peace of mind that your child is in the best care ----- Author: Treasure Bright Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/20/2024, 3:19:20 PM Review: We have been with TLE since our oldest was 3YO and have had a very pleasant experience the entire time! Our oldest is now graduating VPK and has especially loved Ms. Caroline, and Ms. Lexus! They recently worked on an activity where they learned they can fill up someone’s “bucket” by saying nice things to them. They also learned that saying mean things takes away from someone’s bucket, and the importance of not doing so. This was just one of the MANY things we’ve learned at TLE but was something that really resonated with our little. We are so grateful to have had such amazing teachers during our time at TLE (but especially this year)! We feel they are more than prepared for the transition to K5. We also have an infant who recently started at TLE, and we have also had an incredibly positive experience in the newborn room with Ms. Kristie and Ms. Kaitlynn (and all others who float into the classroom!). This was our 1st experience with a newborn in daycare and we could not have been more pleased with the experience. We get lots of updates throughout the day, any concerns are addressed immediately, and our little one is always smiling and giggling at the teachers when we pick up & drop off. We drive an additional 30 minutes one way just to send our little here, that’s how much we enjoy the center and the staff! ----- Author: Karrah Ramirez Rating: 5/5 Date: 1/6/2022, 12:11:30 AM Review: This is the best child care facility in Jacksonville. The environment is very loving and safe. I especially adore my daughters twaddler teachers Ms. Megan and Mrs. Teresa. My daughter learns so much and comes home reciting all that she’s learned day to day. The plus side is there vegan and vegetarian food options for kiddos who have allergies or who’s family’s adopted an alternative lifestyle. Thank you TLE for all that you do for our families! Update: I left a review 10 months ago and NEEDED to follow up. I’ve since had an infant start TLE and this is the earliest of my two children that I have enrolled in childcare. Mrs. Kristie’s love, caring spirit and communication has set all my worries aside. I never in 1 million years thought I would feel as comfortable as I do and I’m so grateful. Mrs. Tatiana is also an amazing teacher with incredible abilities . My daughter comes home reciting all the things she’s learned day to day More recently she’s been naming the planets , which to me is amazing at 3 years old. We’re so grateful to be apart of the TLE family and are so appreciative of staff. Mrs. Jackie , Mrs Sanela and Mrs. Jestina do an amazing job running the building. Thank you TLE❤️ ----- Author: Jenna Lopez Rating: 5/5 Date: 7/29/2021, 8:55:43 PM Review: We love TLE, our two children have been going there since they were infants! The staff is wonderful from the front to the kitchen and all the teachers. They have had some amazing and loving teachers while there but the last two years have been especially great with our son having Ms. CJ and Ms. Jordan for both the 3 and 4 year old classes. They have been awesome communicators, Ms. CJ is always quick to reach out with any positive or negative feedback and posts pictures regularly in the app. They have also been SO hands on with him helping reinforce reading, writing and problem solving. He is a bright kid but unfortunately missed the age cut off by a few days for Pre-K/ Kindergarten. I was worried he would get bored but they have been so great about meeting him at his level and keeping him engaged and challenged academically even though he couldn’t move up “officially” with other kids in his class. He is always surprising me with the the level of things he is learning while in their class. As a working mother, these teachers at TLE really are the next best thing to being home with them myself and I couldn’t me more grateful for their love and support towards our kids. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Is this day care considered safe?

Yes

Parents repeatedly express feeling at ease and safe leaving their children at the daycare, emphasizing the staff's attentiveness and care.

Reviews:

Author: amy Guida Rating: 5/5 Date: 12/14/2022, 3:26:28 PM Review: My daughter Kali Haines absolutely loves going to school. I feel like she has come out of her shell so much since starting TLE one year ago. This is not just a daycare, they really teach and prepare your kids for kindergarten. My oldest was well prepared when she started elementary school. Kali is constantly amazing me with how much she has learned. Her teacher Mrs. Meriem is an extremely warm and nurturing person, she truly has a gift and i'm blessed to have her caring for my daughter at TLE while I am at work. It's difficult to find good childcare and difficult to trust people with your children, at TLE I know my kids are safe and well taken care of. Mrs. Meriem keeps me updated on her progress, puts in time and effort with all her babies and you can tell she is passionate about what she does. She has a heart of gold and as i've said I am blessed Kali is in her class. All the teachers she has had were wonderful, Kali loved ms. Krista and Ms. tatiana so much and I was worried about her leaving their class because they were both so wonderful but Mrs. Meriem helped with that transition. ----- Author: Douglas James Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/1/2022, 3:08:01 PM Review: A great, safe place for children to learn and play. Shelly James, resident chef, checks allergies and special diets for each child in preparing the weekly menus and daily meals. Vegetarian, gluten-free, religious requirements, all diets are carefully followed. She also loves the children and spends time working in classes around her kitchen duties. ----- Author: Amy Guida Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/1/2022, 12:22:32 PM Review: This daycare is so well managed by Ms. Jackie and Ms. Sanela and their methods for drop off and pickup are safe and efficient for parents. They both are very involved and have a presence in the front office all day. If I ever have a question or concern the center director and assistant director are always available and their passion shows. My daughter is in ms. Jordans class and absolutely loves her. She loves going to school and “doesn’t want to miss out on the fun” because of the magic that her teachers have created. She tells me great things about all of her teachers including Ms. CJ and Ms. Jeanie. My youngest daughter was at home with her father for two years and just started. I was so worried about her transition but Ms. Courtney is literally heaven sent. When I called her for updates she did not give me a scripted answer she would take the time to tell me my child’s strengths and areas that she is having a hard time in. It’s only been two months and my baby walks into school , smiles and waves goodbye with a smile. That is because of the safe and fun atmosphere Ms. Courtney has created. Our children are the most important thing to us and it’s important we invest in them and putting them in an environment where they can thrive and where teachers are going to pour into them is so important. This daycare has more than exceeded my expectations. God bless ----- Author: Karrah Ramirez Rating: 5/5 Date: 1/6/2022, 12:11:30 AM Review: This is the best child care facility in Jacksonville. The environment is very loving and safe. I especially adore my daughters twaddler teachers Ms. Megan and Mrs. Teresa. My daughter learns so much and comes home reciting all that she’s learned day to day. The plus side is there vegan and vegetarian food options for kiddos who have allergies or who’s family’s adopted an alternative lifestyle. Thank you TLE for all that you do for our families! Update: I left a review 10 months ago and NEEDED to follow up. I’ve since had an infant start TLE and this is the earliest of my two children that I have enrolled in childcare. Mrs. Kristie’s love, caring spirit and communication has set all my worries aside. I never in 1 million years thought I would feel as comfortable as I do and I’m so grateful. Mrs. Tatiana is also an amazing teacher with incredible abilities . My daughter comes home reciting all the things she’s learned day to day More recently she’s been naming the planets , which to me is amazing at 3 years old. We’re so grateful to be apart of the TLE family and are so appreciative of staff. Mrs. Jackie , Mrs Sanela and Mrs. Jestina do an amazing job running the building. Thank you TLE❤️

Does this day care follow a specific curriculum?

Yes

While not explicitly stated as "special", the curriculum is praised for being educational and preparing children for kindergarten. The reviews highlight learning activities such as language learning and social skills development.

Reviews:

Author: Melly Mel Rating: 5/5 Date: 9/16/2024, 5:06:34 PM Review: My kids (5 and 2 years old) have attended TLE Rivercity for 2 years, and over this time, they have been taught and cared for by amazing teachers and staff. The curriculum and extracurricular activities have truly set a strong educational foundation for my children. My first introduction to the center was with Ms. Kristie, who not only gave me a tour of the facility but also truly demonstrated the care my kids would receive. She cared for my son in such a special way that he still enjoys seeing her. I have a new baby who will be joining her class soon, and I know she will be in excellent hands. My 2.5-year-old son has been lucky to receive great potty training from Ms. Patricia, and he loves to see Ms. Tiara’s sweet smile. He is now receiving excellent care from Ms. Cortney. Ms. Cortney has been an outstanding teacher for my son in the Preppers class. He absolutely loves her, and her communication about his development and interests has been incredibly helpful. Her professionalism and care give us total confidence that our son is in excellent hands. I must also mention the amazing teachers he had before moving to the preppers class: Ms. Alayvia, Ms. Anesa, Ms. Paris, and Ms. Taylor, who all showed (and continue to show) so much love and joy to him. My 5-year-old daughter loved her teachers Ms. Marnice (no longer with the center) and Ms. Kelly. Ms. Kelly and Ms. Brianna provided an exceptional VPK experience. Lastly, I have had positive experiences with the front office staff, Ms. Sanela and Ms. Jordan. They are always prompt and courteous when answering my questions or addressing any issues. And although Ms. Jackie has been away from the center for a while, she truly left a lasting impression. Overall, I am having a great experience here and hope to continue for years to come. ----- Author: Christina McLaughlin Rating: 5/5 Date: 7/16/2024, 10:37:33 AM Review: My son has come here since he was 3 months old and is now in the Preppers class. I love the staff and the learning curriculum. Ms Krista and Ms Courtney are awesome! They are so patient with my son and engaging with the kids. ----- Author: Brandy Cousineau Rating: 5/5 Date: 5/21/2024, 3:11:41 PM Review: We absolutely loved TLE! They always provided an amazing experience and helped us through each transition. This was our first experience with a daycare and I can say they have set the bar so high. All the teachers at TLE have been wonderful and really made us feel like part of the family. Our daughter has been going here since she was an infant. The curriculum provided is very educational and I love that we have access to it in the app. I highly recommend TLE for any parent who wants peace of mind that your child is in the best care

Working Hours

  • Monday6:30AM-6:30PM
  • Tuesday6:30AM-6:30PM
  • Wednesday6:30AM-6:30PM
  • Thursday6:30AM-6:30PM
  • Friday6:30AM-6:30PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Latest Reviews

Author: Terri Crump
Rating: 5/5
Date: 12/9/2024, 11:19:11 PM

I love my sons teachers Cortney and Amiya. I feel completely at ease when he is in their care. I appreciate the concerns they share with me concerning him and I know he loves to be with them through his interactions with them.

Author: Bruce Davis
Rating: 5/5
Date: 12/9/2024, 1:42:24 PM

Very proud and happy to have my daughter attend here! The staff is warm and pleasant and the Preppers teacher Cortney is simply AWESOME. She is very attentive and consistently lets me know how my daughter is developing and growing. A true gem to the TLE community!

Author: Viridiana Miranda
Rating: 5/5
Date: 12/4/2024, 4:30:48 PM

I can rave enough about TLE! This was our first experience with having our child in daycare, so I was extremely nervous and anxious dropping off our 3 month old. Ms Kristie in classroom A was extremely professional, enthusiastic and reassuring at drop offs, she made sure to send pictures and remind me I can call as many times as I needed to check on my daughter. She was very patient explaining schedules, labels for the bottles and food. When I do drop offs now my daughter smiles and reaches for her so I know she’s being watched and cared for. The staff at the front is always so helpful and friendly. The owners are also very involved if you have any questions or problems.

Author: Narci York
Rating: 5/5
Date: 11/29/2024, 12:27:45 PM

The team here is great. My daughter loves her teachers and the staff. Most importantly, she is learning so much. The facility is always very clean. Communication with TLE is always very good. They send pictures of our daughter throughout the day which really helps put me at ease, especially when we first started taking her there. TLE River City was recommended to us by my Dr. I'm so glad I took her suggestion. You should definitely put this on the top of your list of places to check out for childcare, I think you'll love it!

Author: Nicholas Bright
Rating: 5/5
Date: 11/21/2024, 3:54:36 PM

Hands down best experience for my son. He loves his teachers and the staff. They are very helpful and I will keep my child here until it's time for school

Author: Demetri Hooker
Rating: 5/5
Date: 11/18/2024, 2:19:39 PM

The Learning Experience has been a phenomenal experience for our child and us, and we are very grateful. The staff is very cordial, responsive, and caring of our 11m old. He’s been developing so well, is great around people, always smiling, and our friends and family tell us all the time they’re surprised how smart he is already. It gives my wife and I a lot of peace knowing our child is having a great time at daycare while we’re at work.

Author: Brandon Wills
Rating: 5/5
Date: 9/27/2024, 9:58:45 PM

This establishment was the first one we used for our daughter and it has been a great experience. Our daughter loves being in her learning environment with her teachers and friends. She comes home and helps to clean up, she is talking more, she loves to learn. Thank you to the staff for giving our daughter a great foundation in her “Learning Experience”

Author: Nichole Lauritano
Rating: 5/5
Date: 9/18/2024, 2:06:52 PM

We had both of our children here from 3 months to 5 years. I cannot recommend them enough! They have become like family.

Author: Melly Mel
Rating: 5/5
Date: 9/16/2024, 5:06:34 PM

My kids (5 and 2 years old) have attended TLE Rivercity for 2 years, and over this time, they have been taught and cared for by amazing teachers and staff. The curriculum and extracurricular activities have truly set a strong educational foundation for my children. My first introduction to the center was with Ms. Kristie, who not only gave me a tour of the facility but also truly demonstrated the care my kids would receive. She cared for my son in such a special way that he still enjoys seeing her. I have a new baby who will be joining her class soon, and I know she will be in excellent hands. My 2.5-year-old son has been lucky to receive great potty training from Ms. Patricia, and he loves to see Ms. Tiara’s sweet smile. He is now receiving excellent care from Ms. Cortney. Ms. Cortney has been an outstanding teacher for my son in the Preppers class. He absolutely loves her, and her communication about his development and interests has been incredibly helpful. Her professionalism and care give us total confidence that our son is in excellent hands. I must also mention the amazing teachers he had before moving to the preppers class: Ms. Alayvia, Ms. Anesa, Ms. Paris, and Ms. Taylor, who all showed (and continue to show) so much love and joy to him. My 5-year-old daughter loved her teachers Ms. Marnice (no longer with the center) and Ms. Kelly. Ms. Kelly and Ms. Brianna provided an exceptional VPK experience. Lastly, I have had positive experiences with the front office staff, Ms. Sanela and Ms. Jordan. They are always prompt and courteous when answering my questions or addressing any issues. And although Ms. Jackie has been away from the center for a while, she truly left a lasting impression. Overall, I am having a great experience here and hope to continue for years to come.

Author: Sam Bolton
Rating: 5/5
Date: 8/20/2024, 1:34:05 PM

I cannot say enough great things! Our baby girl had been attending TLE since she was 9 weeks old, and when I say the teachers are all outstanding, I mean it! If we hadn’t moved, she would still be attending until it was time to go to kindergarten. Thank you so much Kristie, Aneesa, Alayvia, Mayah, Kendra, Jordan and Sanela for taking such good care of our girl! If you’re considering a daycare for your child, you cannot go wrong with TLE River City!!

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