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. Williams
Hello! I’m Ms. Williams, but the children call me Ms. Kiana. I am a loving mom of 2 girls and a parent here at Primrose. It’s always been my passion to work with children. My favorite thing about working with children is pouring into them with positivity and love while making their learning experience safe and fun. Knowing that children are the future, I enjoy teaching them to be the change today! I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Name: Ms. Williams
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Childcare experience: 12+ years
Education Background: AS in Early Childhood Education
Favorite children’s book: “Germs are Not for Sharing” by Elizabeth Verdick
Primrose character I most relate to: Molly the Cow (Respect for Others)
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting new students and forming great relationships with parents!
Ms. Powell
Ms. McIntosh
Hello! I’m Ms. McIntosh. I’m a proud mom of two children, including a Primrose graduate! I’m a great homemaker who loves to decorate, cook, entertain, and have fun. I’m involved in my church, and love to read and relax. I enjoy working with children because I love to see the different milestones in their lives. My philosophy is, you can do anything as long as you put your mind to it and have the right attitude! I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Name: Ms. McIntosh
Hometown: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Child care experience: 6+ years
Educational background: BBA in International Business and Accounting
Favorite children’s book: “My Favorite Bedtime Prayer for Girls” by Kim Mitzo Thompson & Karen Mitzo Hilderbrand
Primrose character I most relate to: Og the Bookworm (Caring)
What I’m most excited about this school year: Seeing the little, adorable faces in this warm, safe, and exciting environment!
Ms. Shanks
Ms. Beckford
Ms. Drae
Hello! My last name is Hill, but my students call me Ms. Drae. I was born in Augusta, GA. I am very silly and energetic – perfect for working with toddlers! My favorite color is pink and I like to travel. My favorite places to visit are New Orleans and Charleston, SC. I’m an extreme animal lover! I also love to craft and am the proud owner of a custom creation business. I enjoy hanging out and having fun with friends and family. I am the proud stepmother of two wonderful children. I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Name: Ms. Drae
Hometown: Augusta, GA
Child care experience: 15+ years
Educational background: CDA in Early Childhood Education
Favorite children’s book: “Black Mother Goose” by Elizabeth Murphy Oliver
Primrose character I most relate to: Og the Bookworm (Caring)
What I’m most excited about this school year: Watching the children learn, grow, and become independent little people!
