The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle
Daycare center in Manhattan, NY. 353 West 56 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
About the program
The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle is a licensed daycare center in Manhattan, New York. It is licensed for 96 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
The Learning Experience at Columbus Circle provides daycare and preschool programs for children aged six weeks to five years.
The program follows a play-based approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,500 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →New York publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.
What parents say
As a working mom, TLE at Columbus Circle is the daycare I had always hoped to find. After touring many daycares across the city, what truly stood out about this center is its strong sense of community. All of the teachers and the staff made us feel so comfortable from day one, and my baby transitioned into the center smoothly and happily. We feel genuinely welcomed and supported by everyone there, and choosing this…
Doyoun “Dani” Kim · 5/5 on Google · 8 months agoWe could not be more grateful for this daycare and the incredible team who care for our daughter every day. As first-time parents, starting daycare felt emotional and overwhelming, but they made the transition so easy and reassuring from day one. The love, patience, and genuine care they show our daughter is so obvious. She has absolutely thrived there - socially, emotionally, and developmentally. She lights up when…
Sian Moon · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoAs first time parents we couldn’t be more pleased with The Learning Experience Columbus Circle! We received the warmest welcome from the whole team. Directors Tricia and Rosie have curated an amazing group of teachers and have really built a wonderful community for families in the Columbus Circle area. If you’re looking for a safe and trusted center for your little one, TLE Columbus Circle has proven to be the best…
Paul Betz · 5/5 on Google · 4 months agoThe TLE Columbus Circle team is beyond wonderful! They made my experience as a first time mom so comforting, communicative, and supportive. The wonderful leadership and teachers in my son's classroom go above and beyond and my family feels so cared for. I'm so glad we chose this path for our childcare!
Sarah Fox Tracy · 5/5 on Google · 2 months agoGetting there
353 West 56 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
Questions about The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle
Is The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle licensed?
Yes. The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle holds an active NYC Preschool (GCC) + NYC Infant Toddler (GCC) licence from New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Child Care Services (licence 106416, 106415), with a licensed capacity of 96 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
What ages does The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle take?
The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.
How much does The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle cost?
The Learning Experience - Columbus Circle does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
