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
Ms. Patrice Carter
Let’s get to know each other.
I’m Patrice Carter. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. First, I absolutely love my afro! It’s fluffy and the kids love it too. I am known for my creativity and ability to be flexible in any situation. Ever since I was a child, I have had a love for music. I can play multiple instruments. One day, I hope to buy a trombone. I gained a love for children when I met my cousin (she was 3 and I was 10). Kids bring so much joy and laughter, and I’m glad to be able to teach them and see them grow! I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Primrose Experience: 5 years
Education Background: Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education with Early Childhood Concentration
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love their silliness and teaching them!
Favorite Book: Captain Underpants Series
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: none
Favorite Family Tradition: We go to my Grandma’s on Christmas Eve to decorate the tree.
Languages Spoken in the Home: English and some Spanish
Pets in the Home: none
In My Personal Time: I like to play video games and watch movies!
Ms. Vineeta Singh
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I’m Vineeta. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I’m a proud mother of a high schooler and have always enjoyed spending time and working with children of all ages. I find great joy in creating a positive, nurturing, and fun environment for kids. Outside of that, I love music, yoga, and exploring the art of cooking and trying cuisines from around the world.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Primrose Experience: 1 year
Education Background: Bachelors Degree in Economics
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love children’s positive energy, curiosity, and excitement to explore, learn, and discover new things.
Favorite Book: Pete the Cat
Favorite Holiday: Navaratri (Festival of Nine Nights)
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Christmas
Favorite Family Tradition: Weekly movie nights
Languages Spoken in the Home: English and Hindi
Pets in the Home: Goldfish (Mia & Cherry)
In My Personal Time: I like to go to the gym, go jogging, and yoga.
Ms. Viviana Abalama
Ms. Varsha Kajvey
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I’m Varsha Kajvey. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I live in Ellicott City with my husband and two kids. I enjoy teaching children and love watching them learn & grow. I like to spend time with my family and go for walks together in my free time. I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Primrose Experience: 5 years
Education Background: Bachelors Degree in Education and Masters Degree in Literature
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I enjoy listening and talking about their favorite things!
Favorite Book: The Three Little Pigs and Dr. Seuss books
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Diwali
Favorite Family Tradition: Celebrating Diwali and Rakhi
Languages Spoken in the Home: Hindi and English
Pets in the Home: none
In My Personal Time: I like to go for walks, listen to music, watch movies, and read books!
Ms. Misbah Khan
Let’s get to know each other.
I’m Misbah Khan. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I love spending time with my family and friends! I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Primrose Experience: 4 years
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love to watch my students learn & grow.
Education Background: Bachelors in Education
Favorite children’s book: Everything by Dr. Seuss
In My Personal Time: I like spending time with family & dining out!
Ms. Zakia Shakil
Let’s get to know each other.
I’m Zakia Shakil. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I enjoy reading and spending time with my family & friends. I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Primrose Experience: 4 years
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Ilove to watch my students learn & grow.
Education Background: 2 years college (Art focus)
Favorite children’s book: A Very Hungry Caterpiller
In My Personal Time: I like watching t.v. shows and shopping.
