The Learning Experience - Gurnee
Open today 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Description provided by the business.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.
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
Toddlers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
A typical day in our toddler daycare program in Gurnee includes stimulating activities and materials that support motor development, eye-hand coordination, language growth, and early problem-solving skills.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Twaddlers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Our twaddler daycare program in Gurnee encourages exploration and growing communication skills. Our curriculum helps children expand language abilities and strengthen verbal communication through engaging activities.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Preppers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Our twaddler daycare program in Gurnee encourages exploration and growing communication skills. Our curriculum helps children expand language abilities and strengthen verbal communication through engaging activities.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Preschoolers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Our preschool program in Gurnee introduces children to math, science, reading, technology, art, and both shared and independent play while building confidence and school readiness skills.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Summer Camp
Calendar
Summer Only
Description
The Learning Experience Summer of Happiness in Gurnee offers fun for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years with STEAM activities, water play, outdoor games, and engaging experiences in a safe, nurturing environment.
Education Types
- Arts-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
Parent Reviews
If you want daycare in Gurnee with strong communication, kind teachers, and a great preschool environment, The Learning Experience – Gurnee is worth touring.
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!
You can tell the teachers really know each child and care about their progress.
Our preschooler has grown so much here, both socially and academically. The balance of play, structure, and encouragement has been just right.
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!
The center is clean, well run, and full of people who clearly love what they do.
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.
We’ve had such a great experience at The Learning Experience – Gurnee! It’s everything we were looking for in a daycare—safe, structured, and genuinely caring. Our child comes home excited to share what they learned each day, from letters and counting to songs and time with friends. The teachers communicate well, and the leadership team is always present and supportive. We’d absolutely recommend it to families in Libertyville, Waukegan, and the surrounding area!
Everything has been so easy since the start because the entire team is so welcoming and kind.
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.
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.