Our Preschool Classroom
Your 3-year-old is opening up their world, developing special friendships, learning new words and forming new ideas every day. Through purposeful play, meaningful questions and direct instruction, our Preschool teachers encourage your child to think in new and different ways. Your child will have so much fun that they won’t even realize they’re developing the skills they’ll need for reading and math.
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
- Dual layer security to enter the school, video monitor that allows us to go into lock down during core part of the day. Two layers of security to pass through before getting into the school.
- Update HVAC systems with air filtration in every classroom, pumping in oxidized air targeting airbourne viruses keeping our air quality excellent.
Our Preschool Classroom Teachers & Staff
Ms. Chante Wealot
Hi, I’m Ms. Chante!
I’m excited to be part of the Primrose School of North Olathe family! I’m the proud mom of three teenagers, and spending time with my family is one of my greatest joys. We love gardening together, caring for our flowers, and making memories outdoors.
I have three years of experience working with young children, and one of my favorite parts of teaching is watching them learn, grow, and gain confidence each day. It’s so rewarding to be part of their early learning journey and celebrate their milestones along the way.
I look forward to getting to know you and your family and partnering with you to create a fun, nurturing, and engaging learning experience for your child!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 3 years
Education: High School Diploma
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching children learn, grow, and reach new milestones.
Favorite Children’s Book: Where the Wild Things Are
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Family Tradition: Driving around to look at Christmas lights together each holiday season.
Pets: Gizmo, Mohawk the dog, and Spike the cat.
In My Free Time: Gardening, canning homemade treats, and spending quality time with my family.
Ms. Amber Gaffney
Hi, I’m Ms. Amber!
I’m excited to be part of the Primrose School of North Olathe family! My experience working with children includes leading school break camps and educational programs at the Topeka Zoo. I love helping children explore, ask questions, and discover the world around them. One of my favorite parts of each day is listening to their funny stories and seeing the excitement they bring to every new experience.
Outside of the classroom, I enjoy reading, building LEGO® creations, and spending time with my pets. I strive to create a warm, engaging environment where every child feels encouraged to learn, grow, and be themselves.
I look forward to getting to know you and your family and partnering with you to make this a wonderful year for your child!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: Leading school break camps and educational programs at the Topeka Zoo.
Education: Emporia State University
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Hearing their funny stories and seeing the world through their eyes.
Favorite Children’s Book: There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Favorite Family Tradition: Every Black Friday, my family buys a new Christmas ornament, decorates the tree together, and reminisces about the memories behind each ornament.
Pets: Two dogs, Gus and Kida, and a bearded dragon named Storm.
In My Free Time: Reading, building LEGO® creations, and spending time with my pets.
Ms. Tarah Morris
Hi, I’m Ms. Morris!
I’m excited to be part of the Primrose School of North Olathe family! I recently moved to the area from Arkansas to begin a new chapter in my life. While I don’t have children of my own yet, I truly enjoy spending my days learning, laughing, and growing alongside my students.
When I’m not in the classroom, I love caring for my houseplants, relaxing with a good audiobook, and spending time with my pets. I enjoy creating a warm, positive environment where children feel encouraged to explore, learn, and have fun every day.
I look forward to getting to know you and your family and being a part of your child’s learning journey!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 10+ years
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Arkansas State University
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Their silly personalities and the joy and laughter they bring every day.
Favorite Children’s Book: Pete the Cat
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving—it’s my annual trip back to Arkansas to spend time with my mom.
Favorite Family Tradition: Welcoming new family members by playfully “pieing” them with Aunt Hellen’s famous chocolate pie (don’t tell John!).
Pets: Oliver the dog and Loki the cat.
In My Free Time: Relaxing, listening to audiobooks, caring for my houseplants, and spending time with my pets.
Ms. Annalee Peterson
Hi, I’m Ms. Annalee!
I’m excited to be part of the Primrose School of North Olathe family! This is my first year teaching in an early childhood classroom, and I couldn’t be more excited to begin this journey. Before joining Primrose, I spent seven years as a dance teacher, where I discovered my passion for helping children learn, grow, and build confidence.
I have completed coursework at Johnson County Community College and love creating positive, meaningful experiences for children. One of my favorite parts of working with young learners is watching them discover new things and celebrating their milestones along the way. I especially enjoy seeing the kindness, joy, and unconditional love children share with those around them.
Outside of school, I enjoy reading, coloring, gardening, and spending time with my grandmother. I also love caring for my pets and making the most of time with family.
I look forward to getting to know you and your family and being part of your child’s learning journey!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: First year in early childhood education; 7 years as a dance teacher.
Education: High School Diploma; coursework at Johnson County Community College (JCCC)
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching children grow, learn new things, and celebrate their accomplishments.
Favorite Children’s Book: Fancy Nancy
Favorite Holiday: Fourth of July
Favorite Family Tradition: Our annual summer trip to Beaver Lake.
Pets: Two cats and three dogs.
In My Free Time: Reading, coloring, gardening, and spending time with my grandmother.
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