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
- Individual cots and blankets are provided for each child and laundered weekly
- Ensuring appropriate teacher-student classroom ratio of 5 to 1
- 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. Janet Espino
I’m Ms. Espino. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I was born in Chicago, but raised in Columbus, Ohio. I moved back here two years ago. I just finished high school this spring and will be going to college this fall to study medical imaging. I have 3 siblings, one older brother, and two younger sisters. I have a passion for music. I played in band, orchestra, and even did choir for some time. I also have a passion in taking care of people. I know I will have so much fun taking care of these beautiful children. And if you are wondering, yes – Ms. Espino is my mother.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Some of My Favorite Things:
Hobbies: Reading, Playing Music like Saxophone, Violin
Fast Food: Raising Cane’s
Color: Pink
Candy: Gummy Nerds
Snack: Goldfish
Food: Watermelon
Drink: Cherry Coke
Ms. Lauren Praner
I’m Ms. Praner. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I am a Gemini, and I am a very positive person! I live in Barrington with my husband Scott and our dog, Moose. I am really excited to continue my love and dedication to Early Childhood Education here at Primrose. I look forward to learning and having fun with your child while at school!
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Some of My Favorite Things:
Hobbies: Camping, Walking, My Dogs, Puzzles
Fast Food: Potbelly
Color: Red
Candy: White Chocolate Kit Kat Bars
Snack: Popcorn
Food: Chicken Nuggets
Drink: Milk
Ms. Lauren Martinez
I’m Ms. Martinez. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I have been working in Early Childhood for about half a year. I love working with kids because of the joy it brings out of me. I have a dog and his name is Lukas. I also have four siblings, and I fall in the middle. In my free time, I like to go out with friends and my siblings. I also LOVE making arts and crafts
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Some of My Favorite Things:
Hobbies: Arts and Crafts, Cardio, and Watch Shows
Fast Food: Chipotle
Color: Red
Candy: Rainbow Airheads Strips
Snack: Popcorn
Food: Tacos
Drink: Lemonade
Ms. Brisenia Torres
I’m Ms. Torres. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I am twenty-seven years young and I have worked with children about six years and it is a blast. While I lived most of my life in Palatine, I recently moved to Wauconda and I really like it. I have three sisters and one brother, and I am the oldest. I love to help children learn new things, but they help me too by making me happy. My wife and my three children are the other people who make me happy!
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Some of My Favorite Things:
Hobbies: Cooking and Exercise
Fast Food: Chipotle
Color: Pink
Candy: Reese
Snack: TruFru
Food: Bacon Cheeseburger
Drink: Body Armor
