Our Toddler Classroom
An action-packed day full of fun and purposeful play helps toddlers develop Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®. We know 1-year-olds are constantly on the move, exploring and learning through play at every turn. Primrose teachers use that energy and enthusiasm to foster cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills through engaging games and activities.
Nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts
Health & Safety
Our school is committed to high standards of safety and cleanliness as we create a caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
- Requiring any children or staff with respiratory illness symptoms or fever to return home and stay home until fever free for at least 24 hours
- Frequent disinfecting and sanitizing of high-touch toys
- Frequent handwashing by children and staff, which is embedded in our curriculum and daily staff protocols
- Training teachers on common signs of illness in children, and placing signage in every classroom to keep signs of illness top of mind
- Daily laundering of crib sheets for infants; for older children, individual cots and blankets are provided for each child and laundered weekly
- Ensuring appropriate teacher-student classroom ratios
- Continuous health & safety training for our staff, including first aid and CPR certification
- Maintaining an up-to-date and customized Safe School Plan posted in all classrooms for easy teacher access
Our Toddler Classroom Teachers & Staff
Ms. Emily Baxter
Hi, I’m Emily Baxter. I wanted to tell you a little about me .
My parents are originally from Mexico, but I was born and raised in Athens. My goal is to obtain a degree in Early Childhood Education and attend Athens Technical College to obtain an Associate and Bachelors degree in Early Childhood education.
I love working with kids! Watching children learn new skills, play each and every day as they interact with friends, and have fun brings me a lot of joy!
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, going on adventures, trips, and love doing and trying new things!
Hometown: Athens, GA
Child care experience: 4 years
Favorite food: Chicken
Favorite weekend activity: Watching movies and outdoor activities
Favorite children’s book: The Rainbow Fish
Primrose character I most relate to: Benjamin the bear
What I’m most excited about this school year: watch children learn and discover new things as they play and learn every day
Ms. Sarah Hansen
Hi! I’m Sarah Hansen. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I have been a babysitter for about 7 years. I graduated from Chattahoochee High School in 2024 and went to Cosmetology school right after that. I love working with kids, love their energy, and love how silly they get!
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 6+ years
Education: Licensed cosmetologist
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love being active with them!
Favorite Children’s Book: Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Family Tradition: Hanging Christmas decorations
Languages Spoken in the Home: English, but my Dad’s family is from Spain
Pets in the Home: Dog-Hazel
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Hang with friends, spend time with family, and do Bible studies/be active at my church.
Ms. Stacy Miller
Hi, my name is Stacy Miller. I live with my husband, George. The rest of of my family are in various sections of Atlanta. I moved to Georgia from Colorado two years ago. I attended Colorado Mountain College and studied ECE. I have worked with Infants and Toddlers for over ten years. Prior to working in childcare, I worked for over 17 years with after school, holiday, and summer programming in Miami Shores, Florida.
My favorite thing about working with infants and toddlers I getting down on their level and expanding whatever they are interested in with sign & verbal language. I love seeing their milestones and chatting with parents about their day. I am a big fan of incorporating sign language into our day! I am excited to get to know your children!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 20 + years
Education: Associate Degree in Education
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Teaching sign language
Favorite Children’s Book: Any Sandra Boynton book
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Family Tradition: Watching University of Miami football games
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home: White Golden Retriever named Hailey Boo
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Garden, Camp, Go on Nature Walks, Visit Nature Parks, Saltwater Reef or Game Fishing, Cooking New Recipes, Antiquing or Thrifting, & Treasure Hunting for Cool Rocks, Fossils, Antlers, or Feathers.
Ms. Susannah Prather
Hi! My name is Susannah Prather and I wanted to tell you a little some thing about myself. I have lived in Georgia my whole life. I am the 3rd oldest in a family of 9 and I just got married this past February.
I have been in childcare almost my whole life. If I wasn’t babysitting my little siblings, it was the neighborhood kids or in the nursery at my church. I have always loved watching little ones play, learn and grow. Their creativity, innocence and resilience is something I am honored to learn from them.
I have a lovely cat Pibb and 2 geckos. I love trying new dinner recipes and DIY home projects. I am looking forward to working with this great staff to help nurture young minds and give each child the best day every day.
Hometown: Athens
Childcare experience: Two years
Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite weekend activity: Movie night with my husband
Favorite children’s book: Little Bear’s Little Boat
Primrose character I most relate to: Katie
What I’m most excited about this school year: To have fun and learn with these amazing kids, getting to know them and their families.
