The Learning Experience - Gurnee in Gurnee, IL

The Learning Experience - Gurnee

Openings Now Gurnee Center Verified 5.0 Updated Jun 2026

Open today 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM

The Learning Experience – Gurnee provides infant care, daycare, preschool, before- and after-school care, and Summer Camp for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Located near Grand Avenue and I-94, we serve families in Gurnee, Libertyville, Wadsworth, and Grayslake. Our all-inclusive L.E.A.P. Curriculum combines hands-on learning and enrichment programs to help children develop the skills they need for school and beyond.

Description provided by the business.

Openings Now

The Learning Experience - Gurnee is now enrolling for one or more spaces.

Location Info

465 N Riverside Dr

Gurnee, IL 60031

Monday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Military Assistance

  • Offers Military Subsidies/Benefits

Financial Aid

  • Free Meals
  • Sibling Discount
  • Subsidies & Vouchers

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location Details

  • Staff are CPR certified.
  • Staff are first aid certified.
  • Outdoor play space is available.
  • Program includes field trips.
  • Diapers and wipes are provided.
  • Meals are provided.
  • Transportation services are available.
  • Facility is wheelchair accessible.
  • No religious affiliation.

Programs Offered

Infants

Infant Care 6 w — 12 mo
  • Schedules

    Full Time, Part Time

  • Calendar

    Full Year

Description

Our infant daycare program in Gurnee includes belly time, music, exploration, and sensory stimulation that supports early development. We follow each baby’s feeding and nap schedule to create a nurturing and consistent environment.

Education Types

  • Academic-Based
  • Play-Based
  • STEAM

Licensing

The Learning Experience - Gurnee is a licensed child care center.

Type

Licensed Child Care Center

Identifier

568826

Capacity

163

Issued

06/18

Last retrieved 03/26/23. More information about licensed providers in IL can be found at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services.

Parent Reviews

5.0 (11 Reviews)
Tara V

If you want daycare in Gurnee with strong communication, kind teachers, and a great preschool environment, The Learning Experience – Gurnee is worth touring.

Cameron F

After moving closer to Gurnee, finding the right childcare was our top priority—and The Learning Experience – Gurnee has been exactly what we hoped for. The teachers are caring, the days are structured, and our child is learning and growing socially and academically. We love the curriculum, the classrooms, and the sense of community here. It’s been a great fit for our family!

Lindsey A

You can tell the teachers really know each child and care about their progress.

Owen K

Our preschooler has grown so much here, both socially and academically. The balance of play, structure, and encouragement has been just right.

Ella P

We love that The Learning Experience – Gurnee offers so much more than just childcare. The curriculum is engaging, and we’ve really seen our child grow in confidence and independence. It’s also reassuring to know they offer preschool, school-age care, and summer camp as our needs change. We’d definitely recommend it to families near Libertyville, Waukegan, and the surrounding area!

Mason R

The center is clean, well run, and full of people who clearly love what they do.

Sophie L

What stands out most to us is the communication. We always know how our child’s day went and what they are working on in the classroom.

Cole T

Grace B

Everything has been so easy since the start because the entire team is so welcoming and kind.

Riley C

We were looking for a preschool near Libertyville and toured several options before choosing The Learning Experience – Gurnee. The classrooms are bright, organized, and full of engaging learning materials.

Shakeela Miller

TLE Gurnee has been amazing for our family. The teachers are always smiling, the activities are so creative, and our son has made so many friends. It’s such a warm and happy place.