Mrs. Claire Habel has been a part of our Primrose family for 11 years as the Director. She has two children that started in our Infant rooms. Jimmy, 9, and Jane, 8, still attend our after school program and our Summer Adventure Camp. She came to Primrose with over 20 years of teaching children, ages ranging from Infants to Kindergarten, as well as administrative experience. She graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, and is continuing her education with a focus on Early Childhood Education. She is passionate about our exclusive early learning approach that balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance. She believes who children become is as important as what they know. Mrs. Habel lives with personal and professional integrity and is a strong advocate for each and every child here at Primrose.

Mrs. Kimberly Arthur has been here at Primrose for 12 years. She came to us with over 20 years of experience as our Lead Private Pre-Kindergarten teacher. She very quickly proved herself as stand-out teacher and employee among our Parents, her Peers, and to management. After 3 years, she was promoted to the Opening Manager, and then to our Assistant Director. Mrs. Arthur oversees office administration for the school, and is a beloved and much appreciated support to our families and staff. She loves children, and is fascinated with watching them learn and grow. Mrs. Arthur has her Childhood Development Associate’s Credential and is currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Ms. Lisa Matthews has been working om the Early Education field for 14 years. She has been with Primrose – Atlee Commons since early 2019. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor Child Psychology. In June of 2025, Mrs. Mathews joined our leadership team as the Education Coach. She is passionate about working with young children, and provides training and support for out teachers. Her goal is model and teach our staff to aide each child in their emotional and academic growth; therefore, building a strong love of learning.

Ms. Cynthia Mines came to the Primrose School of Atlee Commons in April of 2024. Ms. Mines has over 40 years of experience in the food service industry, with 20+ specifically in childcare food service. She has a passion for providing healthy, nurturing food for young minds, and enjoys interacting with every family here at PSAC. Although our school is her “main gig,” Ms. Mines runs her own popular catering service on the weekends.

Ms. Melanie Rose was hired in January of 2019 as teacher in our Older Infant Classroom. After a year in that role, she was offered the position as our Closing Manager, which she warmly accepted. During the day Ms. Rose also serves as a school wide support in any classroom that requires help or a substitute for the day. Ms. Rose enjoys working with young children while providing help at the front desk in the afternoons to our staff and families.