Our Infant Classroom
We know the first year of life can have a big influence on a child’s success in the years that follow. That’s why teachers in your child’s Infant classroom provide a loving and nurturing environment as they lay the foundation for learning. This includes literacy; communication and vocabulary skills to help your infant better express their needs; gross motor skills and sensory development; and emotional well-being.
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 Infant Classroom Teachers & Staff
Denise O'Neill
Hi, I am Denise O’Neill and I am an Older Infant teacher here at Primrose. I have been working with children for 25+ years and have been at Primrose for almost 10 years. I love getting to watch my babies learn and grow, achieving those milestones in my classroom. In my free time, I enjoy crafting and decorating. I look forward to connecting with you soon. “I love to love you!”
Quynh Tran
Hello, my name is Quynh Tran and I am an Older Infant teacher. I currently have an Associate’s Degree in Education and have been working with children for 12+ years. In my free time, I enjoy collecting stuffed animals, ballroom dancing, and horseback riding. I look forward to getting to know you all soon.
Hannah Legg
Hi, my name is Hannah Legg and I am one of the Middle Infant teachers. I love working with children so I can use my imagination to create fun activities for children. When I am not at work, I like to go hiking, swimming, and travel to see new places. I can’t wait to meet everyone and build those trusted relationships with the families at our school.
Janessa Jiner
Hi, I am Janessa Jiner and I am one of the Young Infant teachers. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts. I have been with Primrose for almost 4 years and loving seeing the progress students make in my classroom. I have experience teaching art camp outside of Primrose. When I am not at work, I enjoy reading and painting. I look forward to connecting and building trusted relationships with all new infant families!
Kelly Sorensen
Hi, my name is Kelly Sorensen and I am a teacher in the Young Infant classroom. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and have been with Primrose for almost 9 years. I have worked with students of all ages during my time here. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family. I am excited to connect with all of our new infant families in my classroom.
Ariyah Canterbury
Hello everyone! My name is Ariyah Canterbury and I am one of the Young Infant teachers here at Primrose Hilliard West. My favorite thing about working with the babies is seeing them achieve big milestones while in my classroom. Prior to working at Primrose, I did have babysitting experience. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, gaming, and spending time with my family and pets.
Zoe Barkley
Hi, my name is Ms. Zoe Barkley and I am a seasonal support teacher here at Primrose. Previously, I was a teacher in our Older Infant classroom before going back to school to pursue a degree in education. In my free time, I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
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