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Our Before & After School Care

Our Explorer program is designed to nurture Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Heartsยฎ in children starting at five years old. Your child can relax, make friends, get homework help and continue to learn while having fun as they explore creative expression, sports, technology, drama, music, games and more.

Nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts

Health and Safety
Health and Safety

Health & Safety

Their health & safety. Our top priority.

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 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
  • 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
  • Monthly emergency drills so children and staff are prepared for emergencies
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We bus to the following Elementary Schools:

Riverview Elementary School
Mize Elementary School
Clear Creek Elementary School
Belmont Elementary School
Horizon Elementary School
Prairie Ridge Elementary School

Our Before & After School Classroom Teachers & Staff

Miss Morgan
Joined 2025
Miss Morgan
Chef

I’m Ms. Morgan! I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I have a son, Mason who will be going into first grade and a daughter named Nova who attends the Primrose School of Shawnee in the Preschool Pathways classroom! In my spare time, i like to spend time outside doing activities with my kids or inside reading a book. I also love to grill out with family and friends. I am very passionate about working with children, it makes me so happy seeing the children hit new milestones. I love working with children of all ages. At Primrose, weโ€™re more than a team of child care specialists. Weโ€™re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning. I canโ€™t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Miss Cliff
Joined 2024
Miss Cliff
Toddler Teacher

Hi I’m Miss Cliff. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. Before Primrose I have child care experience through babysitting. I am currently attending Mill Valley High school. My favorite thing about working with children is the environment and all the happiness! My favorite children’s book is “Horton Hears a Who”. My favorite holiday to celebrate is Christmas! One of my favorite family traditions is going to the lake. At home I speak English and I have 1 dog named Cleatus. In my personal time, I like to play volleyball! Some fun facts about me are I love to read, my favorite color is blue, and I like to play volleyball! At Primrose, weโ€™re more than a team of child care specialists. Weโ€™re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning. I canโ€™t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Miss McGillicuddy
Joined 2023
Miss McGillicuddy
Lead Teacher

Hi I’m Miss McGillicuddy. I wanted to tell you a little about myself. Before Primrose I have child care experience nannying and babysitting. I am currently a high school student and my favorite thing about working with children is watching them learn new things! My favorite children’s book is “Goodnight Moon” and my favorite holiday to celebrate is Halloween! One of my favorite family traditions is driving around to watch and look at Christmas lights. At home I speak English with my family and we have two dogs named Fred and Roxy. In my personal time, I like to play volleyball, shop, and spend time with friends and family! Some fun facts about me are that my favorite color is orange, my favorite food is strawberries, and my birthday is on Groundhogs day! I play volleyball, soccer, and basketball. I just won state volleyball for my high school for class 6A! At Primrose, weโ€™re more than a team of child care specialists. Weโ€™re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning. I canโ€™t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Miss Hood
Joined 2025
Miss Hood
Float Teacher

I’m Miss Hood! I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I have 5 siblings-three sisters and two brothers. I studied and know some french! I used to spend free time horse back riding! At Primrose, weโ€™re more than a team of child care specialists. Weโ€™re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning. I canโ€™t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Mr. Allen
Joined 2023
Mr. Allen
Bus Driver

Hi I’m Mr. Allen! I wanted to tell you a little about myself. I drive the bus here at the Primrose School of Shawnee! This is my second year driving the morning and afternoon bus route. I have 7 years childcare experience coaching youth football. I have my BS in Accounting and my favorite holiday to celebrate is Thanksgiving! At home I have two French bulldogs named Pepper and Birdie. In my personal time, I like to go to the gym, watch football, and watch hockey! Some fun facts about myself are that I have 2 sons ages 17 and 19. My 19-year-old is in the United States Marine Corps. My 17-year-old is a senior in high school. After graduating college, I coached high school football for 2 years. I am a retired police caption, and I spent 27 years in law enforcement! At Primrose, weโ€™re more than a team of childcare specialists. Weโ€™re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning. I canโ€™t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Miss Hall
Joined 2024
Miss Hall
Float Teacher

Hi I’m Miss Hall! I wanted to tell you a little about myself. Before working at Primrose School of Shawnee I was a babysitter for some families in my neighborhood! I am currently a Senior in High School at Mill Valley. My favorite thing about working with children is getting to hear all of the interesting stories they tell me every day! My favorite children’s book is “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom!” My favorite holiday is Christmas and a favorite family tradition that I do is having lake days in the Summer! At home I speak English and I currently have a Shih Tzu named Wrigley. In my personal time, I like to hangout with my boyfriend and watch new tv series! Three fun facts about me include that i may seem extroverted, but I am actually introverted! My favorite color is royal blue and emerald green. I have a strong passion towards mental health! At Primrose, we’re more than a team of child care specialists. We’re also a family, and we care for every child as though they are our own. Like your home, our school provides a secure, nurturing environment that fosters self-discovery and a love of learning. I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family!

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*Study was conducted on a representative sample of Primrose Pre-Kindergarten students across twelve Primrose schools in nine states in the Spring of 2024. The Bracken School Readiness Assessment 4th Edition assesses childrenโ€™s school readiness in terms of their understanding of concepts that are strongly related to early childhood cognitive and language development as well as early academic achievement.

**Based upon recent assessments of approximately 3,900 Primrose students aged 4 screened using the Ages & Stages Questionnairesยฎ, Third Edition during the 2024-2025 school year. Ages & Stages Questionnairesยฎ and ASQยฎ are registered trademarks of Paul H Brookes Publishing Co, Inc.