The Learning Experience
The Learning Experience is a preschool and daycare brand offering early education programs for children from 6 weeks to 6 years old.
Last updated September 15, 2026
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Overview
The Learning Experience® offers nearby preschool and daycare programs for ages 6 weeks to 6 years, describing itself as trusted by 100,000+ parents nationwide and rated 4.6 stars. Its proprietary L.E.A.P.® (Learning Experience Academic Program) curriculum uses hands-on activities across early education to support intellectual, social and cognitive development. Programs span six ages and stages: Infants, Toddlers, Twaddlers, Preppers, Preschoolers and Kindergarteners. The brand states its mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of children, their families and the communities it serves, and it describes a philanthropy curriculum and a longtime partnership with Make-A-Wish. Its founders are the Weissman family; in 1987 Michael Weissman and his son Richard acquired Tutor Time, and in 2002 they reentered the industry by bringing back The Learning Experience® brand.
History
The Learning Experience® states that its founders are the Weissman family, who have been shaping the childcare industry for over 40 years. In 1987, Michael Weissman and his son Richard acquired Tutor Time, a childcare company with over 200 centers across 25 states and four countries, before retiring in 1997 and 1999, respectively. Their passion for early childhood education led them to reenter the industry in 2002, bringing back The Learning Experience® brand. Under Michael's leadership as Chairman and CEO, the brand flourished, and in 2014 Richard assumed both roles upon Michael's retirement. The brand states that for more than 20 years it has remained dedicated to providing excellence in early education.
Products and positioning
Preschool and daycare that inspires discovery and makes learning fun, with a proprietary whole-child curriculum.
L.E.A.P.® (Learning Experience Academic Program) Curriculum
A proprietary, whole-child approach to intellectual, social, and cognitive development using fun, hands-on activities throughout early education.
Infant Daycare (6 weeks to 12 months)
Focuses on nurturing care, play, and essential infant safety protocols in a loving environment.
Toddler Daycare (1-2 years)
Encourages exploration, independence, and language growth through play and social interaction.
Twaddlers (2-2.5 years)
Supports growing independence with potty training, social skills, and structured play.
Preppers (2.5-3 years)
Prepares for preschool with emerging academics, independence, and social-emotional learning.
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Comprehensive kindergarten readiness through academics, STEM, and social development.
Kindergarteners (5-6 years)
A private kindergarten experience with advanced curriculum.
Recent events
The Learning Experience seeks insurance coverage in lawsuit[4]
Reported:
The Learning Experience, operated by Saag Astoria Inc., sued Hartford Underwriters Insurance Co., seeking a court declaration that the insurer must cover windstorm losses and an award of $1,055,848. The complaint alleges that Hartford refused to pay for the covered loss.
Sources4 sources
- 1Child & Day Care Center | Learn, Grow, Play | The Learning Experiencethelearningexperience.com
- 2Our Early Education Programs | The Learning Experiencethelearningexperience.com
- 3Our Story and Mission | The Learning Experiencethelearningexperience.com
- 4The Learning Experience 提起诉讼寻求保险赔付westfaironline.com
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