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. Lauren Kresslein
I moved to Charleston in October 2025 from Virginia, looking for a change of scenery and a warm, beautiful city to call home. I am passionate about art and I love to incorporate it into everything I do, whenever possible. I believe creativity is an essential part of learning that teaches problem solving and confidence. In my free time I love to work on personal creative projects, explore outdoors or spend time at home with my cat. At Primrose, I look forward to helping students embrace their unique selves and build curiosity through knowledge.
“Our job is not to tell children what to be but to show them the possibilities of being”
Ms. Katy Voortman
I was born and raised in Spokane, WA. I’ve spent almost 20 years in the medical field, first as a nursing assistant, and for the last 11 years as a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT). In 2012, I moved to Pennsylvania for new opportunities before moving to Charleston in 2014 with my now husband, where I continued as an LMT until I started looking for a new challenge in 2022.
After having my daughter Gwendolynn in 2020, I began reading fascinating books on early childhood education, with child led programs especially appealing to me. When I found the opportunity to work at Primrose as a support teacher, I jumped at the chance. I found that I loved interacting with all the kids at Gwen’s previous preschool, with all of their antics, their joy for life, and their unfiltered honesty. I love seeing Gwen’s classmates grow and learn along with her, and I love being a part of that process, so I look forward to helping more directly in my role at Primrose School.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending family time with my daughter, husband Kevin, and dog Pogo. We love going on “adventures,” even if that’s just a trip to the grocery store or visiting family in Columbia. I’m a green belt in Kempo Karate, love to walk on the beach with Pogo, and I cook and explore delicious vegan food.
Ms. Veronica Davis
I was born and raised in Summerville, SC. I have gained experience in childcare starting from a young age and I am currently attending Liberty University with a focus in child psychology and child development. Outside of caring for children, I enjoy raising two dogs with my husband, reading, and painting. I look forward to seeing the joyful faces of the students and being able to teach them important skills. I believe every student can learn something new, it’s my exciting job to figure out how they learn with patience and understanding.
Ms. Maia Teague
I grew up in Western NC and just recently moved to Charleston. I grew up with a big family and wouldn’t have it any other way. I have three younger brothers that I used to play “school” with when I was younger. I’ve always had a passion for helping younger kids learn and being a part of their journey in growing up. I look forward to being able to learn from the teachers here at Primrose and help them provide the best learning experience for your children.
While I’m ‘off the clock’ I love to take photographs and explore Charleston. I’m always looking for new parks to feed the ducks and find a nice reading spot. A saying I love that resonates with me is “A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a love of learning”.
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