Our Pre-Kindergarten Classroom

Primrose^® introduces and reinforces new information through playful exploration, teacher-guided inquiry and rich discussion as they help foster Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts^®. Your child will have fun every day as they play and learn important academic skills, social skills and more, because when they are mentally, physically and emotionally ready to learn a skill, they develop mastery.

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 Pre-Kindergarten Classroom Teachers & Staff

Ms. McGinnis

Pre Kindergarten Teacher / Teacher Mentor

Meet Ms. Shayla McGinnis – Passionate About Inspiring Young Minds! 🌟👶

We are so excited to have Ms. Shayla McGinnis as part of our Primrose School of East Allen teaching team! 🎉 With over 5 years of early childhood education experience, she brings a deep passion for helping little ones grow, learn, and thrive.

Ms. Shayla became a teacher because she wanted to make a difference in the lives of the next generation. That’s when she fell in love with working with children! 💕 She believes that early childhood is where everything comes to life—a time to explore, discover, and develop a love for learning! 🌱✨

She has worked with various age groups, but her heart is especially drawn to the infant to two-year-old stage. She finds so much joy in watching their little personalities blossom and helping them reach important milestones. 💡🎉

Ms. Shayla is looking forward to getting to know each and every family and creating a warm, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment. Be sure to say hello when you see her! 👋😊

Mrs. Singaravelu

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Meet Ms. Maheswari – Inspiring Young Minds Every Day! 🌟📚

We are so grateful to have Ms. Maheswari as part of our Primrose East Allen teaching team since September 2022! She has a deep passion for nurturing young learners and believes that every child is like a seed that, with love, guidance, and care, blossoms into something amazing.

With a Bachelor’s Degree in Science and a Business Administration degree, Ms. Maheswari brings a unique blend of knowledge and dedication to the classroom. She finds so much joy in watching children’s minds develop and helping them build the skills they need to grow and thrive.

Her heart is full when she sees her students explore, learn, and accomplish new things every day. She is excited to get to know each child and their family, making sure they feel supported, encouraged, and inspired on their educational journey.

Let’s make this an incredible year of learning, laughter, and growth together! 🌱✨

Ms. Woodside

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Meet Ms. Woodside! 🎶✨

Growing up in a family dedicated to early childhood education, I was surrounded by a world of learning, play, and care. My parents and grandparents ran childcare centers, summer camps, and after-school programs, so creating joyful learning experiences has always been a part of my life!

As a former Montessori infant teacher, I bring a nurturing, hands-on approach to the classroom—infused with my greatest passion: music! Classically trained for over 10 years, I play the baritone saxophone, read music fluently, and love writing and producing my own music using Logic Pro. I can’t wait to sing, move, and make music with your children, incorporating rhythm, melody, and creativity into their daily learning!

I am continuously growing in my early childhood education journey and am so excited to be part of your child’s learning adventure. I look forward to making each day filled with music, laughter, and discovery! 🎵💛

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🧬 Science & Sensory Center: Bird Nests 🪺🦜

🧬 Science & Sensory Center: Bird Nests 🪺🦜 Today, our friends became little scientists and builders as they created their very own bird nests! Using materials like leaves, sticks, feathers, and foam, they explored how birds design safe and cozy homes for their eggs. 🌿✨ As they worked, we sparked meaningful conversations by asking questions like: 💭 What features does your nest need to keep eggs and baby birds safe? 💭 How do you think birds build their nests? 💭 How do the different textures feel? This hands-on activity encouraged creativity, sensory exploration, and critical thinking—all while learning about nature! 🌱💛 We love watching our students explore, create, and discover new ideas every day!