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Early Education and Daycare in Allen, TX
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Kelly and Alan Arbabi
Hello! We are Kelly and Alan Arbabi, and it’s our privilege to serve the children and families of Allen, Lucas, Fairview, and the surrounding areas. We’re proud to be the owners of Primrose School of East Allen and Primrose School of Plano at Deerfield!
Nearly 25 years ago, we were parents just like you – searching for a safe, nurturing place where our children could thrive. That experience inspired our journey with Primrose and shaped our passion for early childhood education. As lifelong educators, we’re deeply committed to creating an environment where children feel safe, loved, and ready to learn. We believe high-quality early education is the foundation for lifelong success, and we’re proud to support your family every step of the way.
At Primrose, we go beyond academics, empowering teachers, building strong family partnerships, and helping students grow into confident, kind, and curious individuals. We’d love to show you what makes our schools special—come visit and see the difference for yourself!
About Alan and Kelly:
With over 15 years of experience at Primrose and a 25-year career in public education, Alan brings unparalleled leadership and expertise to our schools. As the former principal of McKinney High School, he successfully managed 3,000 students and 250 staff members, fostering a culture of excellence and community. His roles as a middle school principal, assistant principal, and music teacher have given him a well-rounded perspective on education and leadership. Alan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from East Central University, a Master of Education in Educational Administration from the University of Oklahoma, and has completed all coursework toward a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at the University of North Texas. He is also proud to be an Eagle Scout and a veteran of the US Army Reserve.
Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a rich background in teaching, leadership, and family relationships. She holds a degree in Business Education and was a Division I college athlete at Middle Tennessee State University. Kelly started her career in education, teaching business and coaching volleyball at McKinney Boyd High School, where she led the team to multiple district championships and state tournament appearances. After the birth of their youngest child, Kelly dedicated time to focus on the family as a stay-at-home mom. Later, she returned to school and earned a master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Couples Counseling from Lamar University. She has a private practice in McKinney, specializing in helping couples and individuals with their relationships.
We’re proud parents of four amazing kids, all Primrose graduates. Alec, 26, teaches high school math in Austin ISD after graduating from the University of Utah. Ali, 19, is studying at the University of Florida and is a passionate equestrian, dreaming of a career in that world after graduation. Quinn, 9, is an enthusiastic baseball player, and Erin, 6, is all about dancing and everything girly. Both Erin and Quinn attend a dual-language elementary school where they are becoming quite fluent in Spanish. Outside of school, you’ll often find us playing with our bernedoodle, Coco, and taking every opportunity we can to travel!
As parents, we understand how important the decision of choosing childcare is for your unique child. We are confident you will be impressed with our school as we partner with you to nurture and educate your child. We look forward to meeting you!
Kelly and Alan Arbabi
Hello! We are Kelly and Alan Arbabi, and it’s our privilege to serve the children and families of Allen, Lucas, Fairview, and the surrounding areas. We’re proud to be the owners of Primrose School of East Allen and Primrose School of Plano at Deerfield!
Nearly 25 years ago, we were parents just like you – searching for a safe, nurturing place where our children could thrive. That experience inspired our journey with Primrose and shaped our passion for early childhood education. As lifelong educators, we’re deeply committed to creating an environment where children feel safe, loved, and ready to learn. We believe high-quality early education is the foundation for lifelong success, and we’re proud to support your family every step of the way.
At Primrose, we go beyond academics, empowering teachers, building strong family partnerships, and helping students grow into confident, kind, and curious individuals. We’d love to show you what makes our schools special—come visit and see the difference for yourself!
About Alan and Kelly:
With over 15 years of experience at Primrose and a 25-year career in public education, Alan brings unparalleled leadership and expertise to our schools. As the former principal of McKinney High School, he successfully managed 3,000 students and 250 staff members, fostering a culture of excellence and community. His roles as a middle school principal, assistant principal, and music teacher have given him a well-rounded perspective on education and leadership. Alan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from East Central University, a Master of Education in Educational Administration from the University of Oklahoma, and has completed all coursework toward a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at the University of North Texas. He is also proud to be an Eagle Scout and a veteran of the US Army Reserve.
Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a rich background in teaching, leadership, and family relationships. She holds a degree in Business Education and was a Division I college athlete at Middle Tennessee State University. Kelly started her career in education, teaching business and coaching volleyball at McKinney Boyd High School, where she led the team to multiple district championships and state tournament appearances. After the birth of their youngest child, Kelly dedicated time to focus on the family as a stay-at-home mom. Later, she returned to school and earned a master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Couples Counseling from Lamar University. She has a private practice in McKinney, specializing in helping couples and individuals with their relationships.
We’re proud parents of four amazing kids, all Primrose graduates. Alec, 26, teaches high school math in Austin ISD after graduating from the University of Utah. Ali, 19, is studying at the University of Florida and is a passionate equestrian, dreaming of a career in that world after graduation. Quinn, 9, is an enthusiastic baseball player, and Erin, 6, is all about dancing and everything girly. Both Erin and Quinn attend a dual-language elementary school where they are becoming quite fluent in Spanish. Outside of school, you’ll often find us playing with our bernedoodle, Coco, and taking every opportunity we can to travel!
As parents, we understand how important the decision of choosing childcare is for your unique child. We are confident you will be impressed with our school as we partner with you to nurture and educate your child. We look forward to meeting you!
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