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. Priya
Meet Ms. Jayapriya Sreemivasan! 🌟
Ms. Jayapriya is originally from India 🇮🇳 and brings a strong educational background with her Master’s degree in Computer Applications 🎓. She is passionate about creating meaningful connections with her students and fostering a positive, engaging classroom environment 💛.
She enjoys spending her weekends with her family 👨👩👧👦 and loves indulging in trail mix and chocolate treats—especially chocolate fudge cake 🍫🍰!
One of her favorite children’s books is Have You Seen My New Blue Socks? 📚🧦, which reflects her love for fun, engaging stories that spark curiosity in young learners ✨.
Ms. Jayapriya relates most to the Primrose Friend Erwin because of his creativity 🎨 and ability to bring smiles to others 😊. She values creativity in the classroom and strives to make learning both joyful and inspiring for every child 🌈.
This school year, she is most excited to continue building strong relationships with her class 🤝 and watching her students grow, learn, and thrive throughout the year 🌱📖.
Ms. Lily
Meet Ms. Lily! 🌼
A Little About Me
Hi, I’m Ms. Lily Shanahan! I have one year of experience working in child care and am currently attending college to earn my bachelor’s degree. I love working with children and being part of their learning, growth, and everyday discoveries.
The Primrose Friend I relate to most is Molly the Cow because she represents respect. I believe in treating everyone with kindness and respect, no matter what.
This school year, I’m especially excited to continue learning and growing as a teacher while building positive, meaningful relationships with the children in my care. I’m looking forward to a wonderful year filled with learning, laughter, and lots of special memories! 💛
Hometown: McKinney, Texas
Child Care Experience: 1 Year
Education: Currently attending college and working toward her bachelor’s degree
Favorite Food: Burgers 🍔
Favorite Weekend Activity: Sleeping in and spending time with friends
Favorite Children’s Book: Where the Wild Things Are 📚
Primrose Friend I Relate to Most: Molly the Cow 🐄
Ms. Aniyah
Meet Ms. Aniyah! 🌟
Meet Ms. Aniyah Webb, originally from Kansas City, Missouri! Aniyah brings 8 years of cheer coaching experience and a love for keeping the energy high and positive in the classroom.
Her favorite Primrose Friend is Erwin the Dog because she loves bringing enthusiasm and energy wherever she goes. Outside of school, Aniyah enjoys spending time with friends, eating a good grilled chicken pesto sandwich, and reading Fancy Nancy. 📚
This school year, she is most excited about getting to know her students, building relationships, and creating a fun and welcoming classroom! 💛
Ms. Alexis
🌟 Meet Ms. Alexis Nelson — Our Wonderful Toddler Teacher! 🌟
With over 4️⃣ years of experience in early childhood education, Ms. Alexis brings 💖 warmth, ✨ dedication, and a whole lot of fun 🎉 to our Toddler classroom! From a young age, she knew that working with children was her true calling 👶🏼📚 — and it shines through in everything she does 🌈.
Ms. Alexis is passionate about helping little learners reach new milestones 🪜, explore the world around them 🌍, and grow into their amazing selves 🌻. Nothing makes her happier than watching her students thrive, giggle 😄, and discover something new each day 🔎💡!
🍤 Fun Facts About Ms. Alexis:
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Favorite Food: Shrimp Alfredo Pasta 🍝🧄
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Weekend Vibes: You can find her poolside 💦⛱️ or out making memories with her son 👩👦🎢
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Favorite Children’s Books: The Berenstain Bears series 🐻📖 — timeless classics that teach big life lessons 🧠💛
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Primrose Pal Match: She relates to Bill the Duck 🦆🎧 because just like Bill, she LOVES music and singing along 🎤🎶
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Favorite Music: Country 🎸🤠 — her go-to for singalongs and feel-good vibes!
🎶 Whether she’s leading a dance party 💃🏽, reading a storybook 📚, or cheering on first steps 👣, Ms. Alexis is all in💯. She’s beyond excited for this school year 📅✏️ and looks forward to growing in her Early Childhood journey right here with us! 🌟🌱
We’re so lucky 🍀 to have Ms. Alexis on our team — and we know your little ones will love her just as much as we do! 🥰👧🏻🧒🏾💕
