Our Preschool Classroom

Your 3-year-old is opening up their world, developing special friendships, learning new words and forming new ideas every day. Through purposeful play, meaningful questions and direct instruction, our Preschool teachers encourage your child to think in new and different ways. Your child will have so much fun that they won’t even realize they’re developing the skills they’ll need for reading and math.

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 Preschool Classroom Teachers & Staff

Lauri T.

Preschool 1 Teacher

My name is Ms. Lauri and l have been working in early childhood for over 30 years! I love watching the children learn and grow in every aspect! I am the mom of 2 adult daughters and the Pawmama of 1 dachshund and 1 chihuahua mix! On my off time I enjoy spending time with my grand pups and family!

Hometown: San Jose

Childcare Experience: over 30 years

Education Background: Early Education, Fully Qualified Early Childhood Teacher

Favorite Food: Avocado

Kathryn B.

Preschool 1 Teacher

Hello, my name is Kathryn and I’m so excited to be a part of Primrose School of Cupertino! I have worked in a school setting for about 15 years total at two different schools, but I grew up with my mom taking care of kids both at our house and in a school setting as well. I’ve been helping children most of my life and I love it! I have two 2 dogs that are my babies, I love playing fetch with them and watching them try to catch the squirrels in our apartments. One fun fact about me is that I have lived in 5 states all across the US but I have lived in California the longest if I count both times I came back to California. I look forward to working together to help your child grow.

Hometown: Bay Area, too many to say

Child Care Experience: 15 years

Education: Fully Qualified Preschool Teacher

Favorite Foods: Pasta

Favorite weekend activities: Snuggling with my two dogs

Favorite children’s book is: Clifford the Big Red Dog

Primrose Character I most relate to: I can relate most to OG the bookworm for two reasons; one is that I love reading! Two is that I truly believe that a caring spirit will make the world a better place, one act of kindness smile, or listening ear at a time.

What I’m most excited about this school year is: I am most excited to get to know all of the children in my class and get to know every single one of my families a little more. I’m ready to learn how to best teach them and help them grow.

Ms. Zunaira P.

Preschool 1 Teacher

Hi, I’m Zunaira! I was given the opportunity to work with children and although I was hesitant at first and unsure if it was the right path for me, I decided to give it a try, and that decision sparked my passion for early childhood education. I love creating environments where children feel valued, safe, and excited to learn. I am proud and grateful to work in a role where I can make a positive impact on children’s lives, build meaningful connections with them and their families, and support their overall growth and success.

A little more about me: I am a fully qualified Early Childhood Education teacher and am eager to continue furthering my education in this field. I also grew up in Boy Scouts and earned my Eagle Scout rank, which has fostered my love for the outdoors. I enjoy spending time in nature, whether that’s hiking, camping, or relaxing at the beach.

Barsha M,

Preschool 2 Teacher

I’m Barsha M. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am from India. I did my Bachelor’s in Technology from India. I moved to the USA in 2015 and moved to California in 2017. In 2017 I did a Masters in Accounting from distant education. I am the mother of a 4-year-old kid. As I spent time with him, I found that I am passionate about kids forced me to change my career and become certified as a Preschool teacher. Kids are little explorers and I love to watch them grow. I am excited to be part of their wonderful journey with the help of the wonderful team of teachers at Primrose School.

You see, at Primrose Schools, we’re more than a team of professional teachers and child
care education specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though he
or she was our own. And like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing
environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning.

Favorite food: I love Indian food, especially home food

Favorite weekend activity: Spend time with family, going to the beach, and vacationing in mountain the area.

Favorite children’s book: Very Hungry Caterpillar

The primrose character I most relate to: Molly the cow as Molly teaches us to be kind to ourselves and others.

What I’m most excited about this school year: I am delighted to be part of a kids learning and growing journey and I believe in creating a supportive, warm, and learning environment for children. I am excited about getting to know all the new students who are joining the Early Preschool classroom.

Rouba M.

Preschool 2 Teacher

Hello! My name is Rouba, and I am thrilled to be a part of the Primrose Schools family as a support teacher. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Management and a professional certificate in Education, which have equipped me with both the organizational and educational skills needed to create a nurturing and effective learning environment.

With 5 years of experience in childhood education in a public School in Canada, I have a deep passion for helping young children grow and develop. I believe in fostering a classroom where every child feels valued and encouraged to explore their unique talents and interests. My teaching philosophy centers around creating an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where learning is both fun and meaningful.

Outside the classroom, I enjoy Skiing, reading, and hiking, and I love incorporating these interests into my teaching to make the learning experience even more engaging for the children. I am dedicated to working closely with families to ensure each child’s growth and development.

I look forward to contributing to the success and joy of each child at Primrose.

Ms. Madhavi M.

Preschool 1 Teacher

Hello! My name is Madhavi Mudunuri. I was born and raised in Andhra Pradesh, India, and moved to California in 2000. I speak both English and Telugu. Since moving here, I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to work in both preschool and elementary school settings as a teacher assistant and support teacher.

I have over five years of experience working with young children and am passionate about early childhood education. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce and am a fully qualified Early Childhood Teacher. I truly enjoy being part of a child’s learning journey—watching them grow, discover, and develop brings me so much joy.

Outside of the classroom, I love spending time with my family and enjoy going on hikes during the weekends. My favorite food is vegetable fried rice, and I’m a big fan of Dr. Seuss books for their creativity and fun approach to learning.

At Primrose, the character I relate to most is Katie the Cat, who teaches children about caring and sharing—values that I strive to model every day. I’m so excited to welcome new families and look forward to getting to know you and your little ones!

Ms. Sumalatha A.

Preschool 2 Teacher

Hi, I am Sumalatha.

I am excited to be part of the Primrose School community. I am originally from Andhra Pradesh, India. I hold a Master’s degree in Mathematics and am a qualified Early Preschool teacher.

I am a caring and enthusiastic educator who loves helping little learners explore the world through stories, songs, and creative play. Every day in the classroom is filled with laughter, learning, and discovery. I enjoy planning engaging circle times, singing songs, and sharing STEM-based stories that spark curiosity and imagination. I believe that children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful connections.

In my first role as an Early Preschool teacher, I gained valuable experience nurturing young minds at an Indian Immersion School.

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also love watching the Avengers movie series.

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STEAM Project Time

During our STEAM session, our preschool children explored various types of Earth materials, including rocks such as slate found in fireplace hearths, granite commonly used in countertops, landscaping rocks, and those found in driveways or parking lots. Additionally, they created their own rocks using clay.

Literacy

In our Literacy activities, the children practiced distinguishing between the long and short sounds of the letter “E” and worked on writing the letter itself.

Enrichment Art

During Enrichment Art children used clay to create their own rocks.

Early Art Master

In the Early Art Masters class, children blended tempera paints with dirt to produce an Earth Art Project.

Math

For Math, the children engaged in a picture walk through the book “First 100 Words” by Roger Priddy. While exploring the images, they identified objects located up, above, and outside.