Teachers & Staff
Saira Salahuddin
Kajal Thapa
Kajal Thapa is a proud mother of two boys and has over 12 years of experience in early childhood education. She is passionate about caring for and teaching young children and believes that learning is a two-way journey where children and teachers grow together. Outside of the classroom, Kajal enjoys exploring new coffee spots, trying different foods, hiking, and spending quality time with her family. She joined Primrose in September 2025 and is excited to begin this new journey as part of the Primrose family.
Magda Jacinto
Magda Jacinto serves as the Education Coach for Primrose School of Ashburn and Primrose School of Ashburn at Broadlands. She brings over 20 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and began her journey with Primrose in 2024 as a Preschool Teacher before advancing into her current leadership role. Magda is deeply committed to supporting educators and ensuring high-quality instruction through Primrose’s Balanced Learning® approach, which she values for its thoughtful design and intentional implementation across all age groups. She finds great fulfillment in observing children achieve developmental milestones and build a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Outside of her professional role, Magda enjoys spending time with her husband and three sons, traveling, running races, and engaging in quiet moments with jigsaw puzzles.
Ms. Amber
Ms. Amber joined Primrose in October 2025 as the lead teacher for Preschool Pathways. She fosters a loving and welcoming classroom where children feel safe, valued, and eager to learn. She offers gentle, encouraging support during potty training, helping children develop confidence and independence. Her favorite part of being at Primrose is being part of a caring family and forming strong, joyful connections with her students.
Ms. Ayesha
Primrose School is pleased to introduce Ms. Ayesha Shaikh, our Lead Teacher in the Older Infant classroom. Ms. Ayesha brings over three years of experience in early childhood education. She joined Primrose School in August 2025 and has quickly become a valued member of our team. Ms. Ayesha appreciates Primrose’s advanced curriculum and commitment to high-quality early education, and she enjoys building strong relationships with children and families while supporting each child’s overall development.
Ms. Cheyenne
Ms. Puri
Ms. Sarah
Ms. Sarita
Ms. Tammy
Ms. Tracey
Ms. Zhandra
Meet the Leadership Team
Ms. Saira, Ms. Kajal and Ms. Magda
Our administrative team Director Saira Salahuddin, Assistant Director, Kajal Thapa, and Education Coach, Magda Jacinto, shares a deep passion for early childhood education. Together, they each bring over 15 years of early childhood education experience and are committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive, educators feel supported, and families feel confident in their care. Their leadership centers on strong relationships, high-quality learning experiences, and helping every child build a foundation for lifelong success.
