Located in Newtown, CT, The Learning Experience is a nonsectarian early childhood program serving 48 students in pre–kindergarten and kindergarten grades.
The school operates in a rural community setting and was founded in 2002.
The student–teacher ratio of 48:1, with a total enrollment of 48 students and one teacher on staff.
The Learning Experience provides co–educational early learning opportunities with a focus on preschool and kindergarten education in Newtown.
Nearby early childhood programs include Fraser Woods Montessori School and Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center, offering additional options within a 3–mile radius.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Happy Happens Here!
- School Mascot: Bubbles The Elephant
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Learning Experience?
The application deadline for The Learning Experience is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Learning Experience is St. Dominic's Academy (3.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Fraser Woods Montessori School (1.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
173 S Main St
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-3390
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-3390
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
477 Main Street
Monroe, CT 06468
(203) 261-6330
Monroe, CT 06468
(203) 261-6330
3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
St. Dominic's Academy
(Catholic)
15 Pepper St
Monroe, CT 06468
(203) 268-0627
Monroe, CT 06468
(203) 268-0627
3.2 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 15 students
40 Church Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-5102
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-5102
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Wesley Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
92 Church Hill Rd
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-6149
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-6149
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 55 students Tuition listed
School Reviews
5 10/10/2014
My son has been attending TLE for the past 5 months. We have been very pleased with TLE thus far & our little guy loves going there. The school is SUPER clean. The infant room teachers have been fantastic and they really care about the development of the kids. I would recommend to other new moms out there.
5 9/30/2014
Marcus is our second child to go through the TLE program. Our daughter arrived in kindergarten with a definite advantage over the other students. The confidence she gained from the TLE program has for sure aid her in school. There was no question we wanted our son to have the same experience. The teachers are for sure the the best part of TLE. They are loving caring and always look out for the best interest of all the children. I looked at many learning centers and only TLE had everything we were looking for, they made it an easy chose.
5 9/30/2014
I am so happy we found this wonderful preschool for our son! The staff is super friendly! The facility is alway clean! The kids are learning, making friends and developing a love for school! We love it here! :) The Ragans
5 9/30/2014
We send our son here and simply love it. The infant teachers are so wonderful and sweet. I know he is in good hands.
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