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Wendy Ghattas
25 Years of Experience
Wendy Ghattas
Executive Director

Mrs. Ghattas, oversees, supports and leads her team, with over 25 years of Director experience. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts, was an Artist in Residency for 3 years, and was an educator from pre-school through college age students. She earned her MBA on the heels of COVID, so that she could still personally grow during a very negative and difficult time in our world. You will find her engaged with the students in the classrooms, as she loves to sing the “I had a little turtle” song; digging and planting in the Primrose Garden with the students and even in the kitchen, ensuring that the menu is fresh and wholesome and using as many organic food items, as possible. When she is outside on the playground, you will probably see her running with the children or engaging them in climbing and doing chin-ups, all while she is in her heels! Mrs. Ghattas is a very hands on owner and loves interacting with her staff, students and parents. Come by and meet our owner and experience, first hand, her genuine passion for early childhood education and her love for children.

Alison Morris
Alison Morris
Director

Hi there, I moved to the U.S.A from England in 96’ living on the East coast until 5 Years ago. My experience in working with children varies from infant age through adolescence and began as a Nanny both in Belgium and then in Greenwich, CT. I have also had the experience of running my own home daycare and being the Director of the Children’s ministry for a church in Virginia. I have an A.A.S degree in Early Childhood Development and a B.S degree in Child Development. I am very passionate about the development of young children and intrigued by their learning abilities in those early childhood years. I have several favorite children’s books including; Llama Llama Misses Mama by Anna Dewdney, The Bear Snores On by Karma Wilson and The Napping House by Audrey Wood. I’m looking forward to building new relationships and providing a happy and quality experience for the families I serve.

Chelsea Scarpa
Chelsea Scarpa
Curriculum Co-Ordinator

Hi there! I’m Ms. Chelsea and I have been teaching in early childhood education since 2019, and couldn’t imagine myself in any other profession! I live in Aubrey with my partner, our two cats, and bunny! I am dedicated to fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children to blossom and learn. I have so much adoration for every child that I work with! I am passionate about behavior guidance, differentiated learning, and learning through play in each of our classrooms. I love getting to partner with all of our teachers, helping them reach their goals, and celebrating their successes as caretakers and educators!

Avril Sabharwal
Avril Sabharwal
Admission Director

Hello, my name is Avril Sabharwal, but I’m called Sab, for years now that’s become my Primrose name. I have been with Primrose for over 15 years and have worked in every capacity from assistant teacher, lead teacher, Kindergarten teacher, admissions director, curriculum director, and director. Every role has brought me great joy and immense growth. As has working at Primrose, that has grown and evolved through the years aligning with my values of nurturing and educating children. Though my collage degrees are in Geography, I have done my teachers certification in EC-4th grade and held a director’s certification. It is a real pleasure working at Primrose School of Highland Village and engaging with it’s students and families.

Laura Bloemker
Laura Bloemker
Administrative Support

Hi! I’m Ms. Laura, aka Ms. Lala and while you might have seen me around the school, I am currently your little’s lead teacher in the toddler classroom. I come with a wealth of knowledge and experience having been with Primrose for over 20 years, 15 of which I have called Highland Village home! I live in Denton with my party of five. My three kiddos (all Primrose babies/graduates) are Ellie (9 yrs and in 4th grade), Liam (12 yrs and din 7th grade), and Lou (21 and in the kitchen!) She’s been our school’s cook since she graduated a few years ago! I absolutely love being a part of this Village and know that wherever I am, is exactly where I am supposed to be. I can’t wait to see how much our Toddlers are going to learn and grow this year!

Olivia Bloemker
Olivia Bloemker
Kitchen Manager

Hello my name is Olivia and I’m the cook here at Primrose School of Highland Village, I recently graduated high school so while I am exploring what education and career paths to embark upon, I decided to return to my roots and join the Primrose Team! I grew up in Primrose and have been running the halls since I was two years old so I love that I get the opportunity to be a part of it again in a whole new way! I live in Denton with my family, my dog Walter, and my two chicken ladies Sally and Ming Ming. I am so excited to see what (culinary) adventures await! Bon Appetit!

Shobha Goyal
Shobha Goyal
Lead Young Infant Teacher

Hello, my name is Mrs. Shobha. My husband and I moved to the US in 1998. We moved to the Dallas/Ft. Worth area in 2002. Since then, I joined the child care industry. I have been working with children for over 18 years. I love working with children and am looking forward to many more years enjoyable years with them.  I am proud and lucky to be a part of the Primrose Highland Village family!

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Isa Kuntz
Isa Kuntz
Lead Older Infant Teacher

Hello, My name is Isa. I am 19 years old and am currently going to NCTC to study nursing. I’ve always had an interest in working with children and they have always been near and dear to my heart. I’ve been working a Primrose School of Highland Village for about a month and am loving every second of it. I am an assistant teacher working in the Infant and Toddler classrooms. I’ve worked with children for three years now and have been babysitting my cousin since she was a new born. I hope to bring a smile to all the children’s faces because I know they certainly bring a smile to my face!

Siena Rucker
Siena Rucker
Seasonal Assistant Infant Teacher

My name is Sienna! I’m currently in my second year of college at Texas Woman’s University and my major is nursing. I hope to attend nursing school this upcoming Fall 2025. I love working children therefore I hope to become a labor and delivery nurse or a pediatric nurse. I love to walk my dogs, listen to music, cook new foods, and spend time with family and friends!

Piyali
Piyali
Lead Toddler Teacher

Hi! My name is Miss Piyali and I am one of the Toddlers Lead Teachers! I have been working in childcare for 3 years and have earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from SMU. I am currently earning my Master’s degree in Education and ESL from UNT. My favorite part about the classroom is seeing the kids discover new things about the world with a big smile! I am excited to get to know your family and to help your child grow and learn!

Maddison Tuley
Maddison Tuley
Assistant Toddler Teacher

Hello families! My name is Maddie. I am a junior in college, and I moved up to Denton from Houston this past summer. Before starting at Primrose School of Highland Village, I worked at a Primrose school in Houston for 15 months before moving here. I plan to attend Texas Women’s University in the spring, and major in Political Science with an emphasis in Legal Studies. In the future I dream of going to Law School. I have been working with children 3 months to 11 years since 2024, and I absolutely love it. In my free time I enjoy nature walks, baking, collecting vinyl records, and thrifting. I can wait to see what this next adventure at Primrose School of Highland Village will bring!

Lorraine Allen
Lorraine Allen
Assistant Toddler Teacher

Hello, My name is Lorraine. I was born in Galveston but have lived most of my life in Highland Village. This year I will be a senior in Marcus High School. For the past several years I have been working with children through my church and baby sitting. In my free time I like to hangout with friends and family, go to church, go to the beach, play games and watch the sunset. I look forward to being a part of your child’s development and learning at Primrose School of Highland Village.

Dulce Maycock
Dulce Maycock
Assistant Early Preschool 1 Teacher

Hello, my name is Ms. Dulce’ and you’ll see me assisting in EP2 room in the afternoons! I’m from Leander, Tx and moved up to the DFW area for college. I am currently working towards a psychology minor as I am exploring possibly an Art Therapy career! I’m passionate about child development and how their experiences affect their lives. I love music, painting, and working out. I can’t wait to get to know all the kiddos and their families at Primrose!

Abigail Arefeayne
Abigail Arefeayne
Assistant Early Preschool 2 Teacher

Hi my name is Abigail, or as the littles know me, “Miss Abi“! I’m a senior at Marcus High School with plans to attend UNT, and I’ve loved working with kiddos as a tutor, camp counselor, and now as an assistant teacher! I live with my mom, dad, and adorable little sister, and I can’t wait to get to know you and your kids!

Ragan King
Ragan King
Lead Teacher - Early Preschool 2

Hello my name is Ragan, and I am the Early Preschool 2 teacher! My girlfriend and our 3 dogs, 2 bearded dragons, guinea pig and fish live out in Sanger where I went to Sanger high school. In high school is where I fell in love with teaching children. I worked with school aged children through my PALS program, then after graduation went on to work for the district as a local toddler teacher. I am so excited to continue my passion in early education here at Primrose School of Highland Village and very much look forward to know each and every one of your previous babies!

Ruzaika
Ruzaika
Lead Pathways Teacher

Hi,I am Ms Ruzaika. I recently moved to Texas from North carolina with my husband and 2 children. I hail from a beautiful island also called the Pearl of the ocean “Sri Lanka” where I graduated from The American National College, I have been an educator in  Montessori teaching since 2019. I strongly believe in the individuality of each child and their unique perspective on the world. My teaching philosophy centers around empowering children to believe in their ability to achieve anything, fostering self-confidence and independent thinking. Beyond the classroom, I find joy in spending time with my family, cooking , traveling and exploring new places.

Savannah Bailiff
Savannah Bailiff
Lead Preschool Teacher

Hello, My name is Savannah. I was born and raised in Texas! I have two children, Roxana ( 6 years old daughter) and Alexis ( 2 year old son). I Have been teaching Preschool for two years now and I love it! I truly enjoy watching children grow and develop academically. My favorite part of teaching young children is able to be part of their support system, someone they can fid trust, love and support in while navigating their days outside of home. I can’t wait to get to know your child and family and see what adventures this school year brings.

Colleen Bellino
Colleen Bellino
Assistant Preschool Teacher

Hello, my name is Colleen Bellino, the children know me by Ms. Colleen! I was raised in Massachusetts and just recently moved to Texas. I received my teacher certification from Mount Wachusett College. I have been teaching for 16 years and just can’t imagine working in any other profession.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading anything that sparks my interest, planting flowers in my garden, and listening to music. I love Italian food and my favorite children’s book is “I Love You Just the Way You Are! By Rosie Greening and James Dillon.

I look forward to spending many happy days with your children.

Sugandha Sinha
Sugandha Sinha
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Hello, I’m Mrs. Sugandha Sinha. I am originally from India, and have lived in Texas since 2014. I have two children who keep me very busy. I love seeing positive changes take place when children learn and grow, as well as the progress that they make as they transition from one to the next class. Knowing that I was a part of “that change” just warms my heart. I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Elise Ghattas
Elise Ghattas
Explorer Teacher

Hello, I am Elise. I hold an Associates Degree and currently working on my Bachelor’s in Psychology. I fill up my spare time with art, nature and friends. I am creative and like to have hands on fun with my class. I encourage every child in my class to express themselves through whatever their niche maybe, be it science, art, writing, singing, etc. I love working with children because they are always teaching me something new. I am looking forward to meeting your child and you in the Explorers program!

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Madison Wills
Asst Teacher
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Stephanie Barber
Asst Teacher

Franchise Owners

Rony and Wendy Ghattas

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years of Meaningful Relationships at Primrose School of Highland Village! 🎉

This year marks a decade of bountiful, lasting connections with the incredible families of Highland Village and Highland Shores — and what a true blessing it has been.

Since opening our doors in 1997, we have been deeply woven into the fabric of this beautiful community. My husband, Rony, and I are especially proud not only as owners, but as parents of two Primrose graduates — now 29 and 24 years old. Having experienced the Primrose journey firsthand, we truly understand the lifelong impact of a strong early education foundation. That belief is exactly why we chose to invest our hearts and future into this franchise.

Our family heritage — Lebanese and Louisiana Cajun — is rooted in love of family, food, faith, and togetherness. Those values shape who we are and naturally flow into the culture of our school.

With my background and degree in the Arts, creativity is at the heart of what we do. You’ll see it in the vibrant classrooms, the joyful messes, the imaginative projects, and the ever-evolving ways we bring learning to life. We believe early childhood education should be engaging, inspiring, and filled with wonder.

We invite you to come meet us, tour our school, and experience the warmth and culture that make Primrose School of Highland Village so special.

✨ Come be part of the next generation of Primrose families. We can’t wait to welcome you! ✨

 

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