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. Marchal
Hello! I’m Ms. Marchal, and I am a teacher at Primrose. I was born in the Bronx, New York, and I moved around for a bit before settling in Dublin, Ohio. I graduated from Coffman High School. I come from a big family and have taken care of my siblings for years, in addition to tutoring children. In my free time, I enjoy hiking on trails. I am excited to get to know all the families at Primrose!
Ms. Alexander
Hello, my name is Ms. Alexander, and I am a toddler teacher here at the Primrose School of Dublin Riverside. I went to the English Nanny and Governess school and have been working with children for three years. I really enjoy helping children to grow and learn! In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my fourteen-year-old daughter and our two great Danes and also horseback riding. I look forward to getting to know all the children and families at Primrose!
Glenlee Salazar
Hi! My name is Glenlee and I am a toddler teacher at the Primrose School of Dublin Riverside! I’m originally from the sunny state of California. In my free time, I enjoy painting, writing, and taking nature walks with my dog and best friend, Loki. My favorite holiday is the 4th of July, there’s nothing better than fireworks and yummy BBQ! I’m excited to bring my love of creativity, sense of adventure, and a whole lot of fun into the classroom every day!
Mrs. Xabouathone
Hello, my name is Miss Xabouathone, and I am excited to be joining the team in our toddler program. I discovered my passion for working with children after volunteering at my husband’s school, where he teaches, and I am especially excited to continue growing in this field. I look forward to getting to know our students, learning classroom routines, and building strong relationships with our staff and families.
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my husband and playing video games. My favorite children’s author is Dr. Seuss, and I am most looking forward to embracing new experiences this year.
I can’t wait to meet your family and be a part of the Primrose community!
