Early Learning Express, McLean
Based on 6 reviews
About
Early Learning Express is a progressive school readiness program that has been highly sought after for 15 years. Open from 8:30 am until 6:00 pm, care for children as young as 3 years through 6 years old. We offer preschool, as well as, both full time and part-time childcare. There is a summer camp as well.
Early Learning Express is based on the concept that children are naturally curious and truly enjoy learning. Children learn best through hands-on experimentation such as stories, math, science, painting, art activities, pretend play, stories, music, sand and water play, writing, games, puzzles, blocks and other construction activities. Teachers introduce topics of interest to create developmentally appropriate activities that influence children to learn and grow. Thinking skills are developed through language as children are encouraged to describe their experimentation. The teacher acts as a facilitator for the learning experience as children play. By making learning fun, the program aims to instill a lifelong love of learning.
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Shannon W.
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Posted 1 year ago
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Mrs. Bears and Ms. Nicole, her assistant teacher, are wonderful with my 3-year-old son. He gets lots of attention and play with his classmates. My son has learned about nature, the alphabet, numbers, phonics, manners, and storytelling from Mrs. Bears, and he comes home with new skills all the time. Mrs. Bears does special activities for different holidays and seasons, such as Mother’s Day crafts and water play in the summer. She understands... more
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Jhastine E.
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Posted 1 year ago
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My daughter loves going here! she always looks forward going to school (even on the weekends and it's close)
I work here as a teacher and I bring my daughter here too. Mrs.Bears had put all her time and effort building an excellent program to prepare children for Kindergarten, It also helped my daughter learn about making friends,sharing, kindness and independence. The place is nurturing and diverse. They spend a lot of time outside playing,... more
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Caren A.
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Posted 2 years ago
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Mrs Bears is a very special lady. We love her so much! She has tenderly cultivated one of the most precious early learning schools. Mrs Bears has taught our children how to communicate with others, how to manage their emotions (- he wouldn't share!), how to respect each other and our environment. She pushed for our children to "go outside every single day!" She has read books and books to them. She has taught them art, music, and to see the... more
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Alice R.
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Posted 5 years ago
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My older son who now is in third grade went to Mrs Bears for 2 years before starting Kindergarden and when Amelie turned 2.5 we didn’t look anywhere else for her pre-school: she was going to go to Ms Bears because it is the perfect mix of fun, nurturing, learning, good values, and safe environment any parents would want for their child. I promiss I was not paid to say this! I have recommanded Mrs Bears to four of my good friends who have had or... more
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Elizabeth V.
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Posted 5 years ago
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We could not be more fortunate to have found Mrs. Bears and Early Learning Express! This is our third year at this wonderful school and we cannot say enough about the love and care that our child receives at this school. When looking for a preschool, we wanted a place that would prepare our child for school but also nurture our sons development as we would at home. Early Learning Express is truly a family. As a teacher myself, I wanted my child... more
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Yoko Y.
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Posted 5 years ago
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Both my kids had such a wonderful experience with Mrs Bears. Everyday, they woke up so ready to go to school, and not once they complained about their day at Mrs Bears. I had a full confidence that kids would be exposed to a fun, loving, learning environment everyday.
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Home-based
Hours
7:00am - 6:00pm
Ages
3 years - 7 years
Kindergarten
No
Before School Care
Yes
After School Care
Yes
Accreditation
No
Meals Provided
No
Transportation
No
Facilities
• Fenced Facilities
• Playground
• Multipurpose Room
• Computers
• Library
• Indoor Playroom
• Outdoor Play Area
