The Learning Experience Leatherhead

Horizon West, Randalls Way, Leatherhead KT22 7TW
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9.5 22 Reviews
  • The Learning Experience Leatherhead, Leatherhead
The Learning Experience provides childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years old in Leatherhead, Surrey.

The centre is purpose-built and features an interactive classroom, a colourful miniature high street, age-appropriate play rooms and a spacious playground.

The team follow the EYFS curriculum to support children to meet their social, physical and academic development goals.

The centre has its own unique animated characters, introduced based on scientific finding that characters help children to engage in learning. Each character has a particular strength to inspire children, such as Lionstein the lion who loves science and a fitness instructor flamingo. They even have characters to aid with language skills in Spanish and Mandarin.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kathleen Philpott (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 170

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

The Learning Experience Leatherhead Reviews (22)

9.5

The Learning Experience Leatherhead has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.464) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Learning Experience Leatherhead has 22 reviews.

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Review from Darren H (Uncle of Child) published on 19 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As an uncle, I had reservations about my 6-month-old nephew attending The Learning Experience, but my worries were quickly put to rest. The staff's warmth and professionalism shone through, creating a comforting and reassuring atmosphere. The nursery's cleanliness and modern facilities impressed me,
reflecting their commitment to quality care. Most importantly, my nephew's happiness and rapid adjustment to the nursery have been remarkable. He forms strong bonds with the caregivers and returns home joyful, a clear sign of the positive and nurturing environment at the nursery.
I wholeheartedly recommend The Learning Experience for its excellent childcare and nurturing approach, making it a fantastic choice for any family.
Reply from Chris Langdon-Casey, Regional Manager at The Learning Experience LeatherheadThank you for taking the time to write such a glowing review, it is great to hear how your nephew has settled into The Learning Experience Leatherhead and your experience to date. I will certainly pass your comments on to the team.
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Review from Piers S (Father of Child) published on 17 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery made me feel very comfortable with leaving my child here. I felt as though this nursery is welcoming, up-to-date and very relevant. The technology they have is great. I really appreciated the safety aspect of the nursery. The staff were very knowledgeable and clear. My son absolutely loves
the characters and all of the colours! It's very refreshing and bright.
Reply from Chris Langdon-Casey, Regional Manager at The Learning Experience LeatherheadWhat a lovely review and thank you for your feedback on your experience to date on starting with TLE Leatherhead, I will be sure to pass this lovely feedback onto the team.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.464)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.464) out of 10 for The Learning Experience Leatherhead is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.930 for The Learning Experience Leatherhead is calculated as follows: ( (211 Excellents x 5) + (16 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 227 Ratings = 4.93
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.534 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Learning Experience Leatherhead is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.975
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 170 number of registered child places is 34. 19 Positive Reviews ÷ 34 = 0.559
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (4)

Kathleen

Kathleen

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2025

Hi, I’m Kathleen. I have worked in Early Years education for over 33 years, including 28 years in management roles across the sector. Throughout my career, I’ve embraced a wide range of pedagogical approaches, giving me a comprehensive understanding of early childhood development and a deep passion for creating high quality learning environments. I also hold a Bachelor’s degree in Early Years.


Working with The Learning Experience Leatherhead has truly been a joy. It’s inspiring to be part of such a dynamic, child-focused, and joyful setting, where our play-based curriculum brings the Leap learning experience to life through our beloved characters. Every day, we strive to make sure happiness happens for both our children and their families.


My favourite character is Bubbles!

Naomi

Naomi

Job Title: Deputy Centre Manager Joined: 2023

My name is Naomi, and I am a proud mum to two young girls. I have been working in childcare for the past three years and have completed my Level 3 qualification in Early Years. Alongside my studies, I have gained valuable experience with TLE as well as through previous managerial roles. It is a privilege and an honour to be part of each child’s journey, supporting their growth, learning, and confidence every day. I particularly enjoy bringing imagination and creativity into play, helping children to explore new ideas, express themselves, and develop a love of learning.
Favourite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite

Gabby

Gabby

Job Title: Deputy Centre Manager Joined: 2025

Hi, my name is Gabby. I five years of experience in early years education, I am passionate about helping little learners grow, explore, and achieve important developmental milestones. I love creating engaging, creative activities that spark curiosity and support each child’s unique learning journey.


Building strong, trusting relationships with families is at the heart of my role. I’m committed to supporting parents and carers as they take their first steps into early years education, ensuring they feel confident, informed, and welcomed every step of the way.


I believe childhood should be filled with joy, imagination, and discovery — and as a fun fact, my favourite character is Bubbles, whose playful spirit reminds me to keep learning light, happy, and full of wonder.
My favorite character is Bubbles

Orlane

Orlane

Job Title: Senior Practitioner Joined: 2023

My name is Orlane, and I’m originally from France. I moved to the UK ten years ago and began my childcare journey as an Au Pair, where I discovered my passion for supporting and nurturing young children.


In 2023, I welcomed my daughter, Isobel, who also attends The Learning Experience. Being both a parent and an educator has strengthened my commitment to providing the highest level of love, care, and support to all our little learners.


I thoroughly enjoy helping children reach their milestones, explore their creativity, and grow in confidence. I take pride in being a supportive, reassuring presence for new parents as they take their first steps into early years education.


A fun fact about me: my favourite character is Techni Cal, a perfect match for my love of learning, problem-solving, and helping children discover the world around them.

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