Teachers & Staff
Mrs. Lekas
Mrs. Lekas is very committed and well educated with the Primrose way. Mrs. Lekas is the Director and cares about the standards and care of each and every child here at the Primrose School of South Riding. Mrs. Lekas is working toward obtaining a degree in Applied Science Early Childhood Development. She has worked in the Early Childhood Education for more than 15 years.
As a mother of twin boys, Mrs. Lekas knows how important it is to have a warm and caring environment. She thinks its bests to encourage children to do their absolute best. That is why she has chosen Primrose as a school not only for her liking but the liking of others. “It is a safe environment, and you can feel the warmth when walking into any Primrose School”. The environment at the school is friendly and outgoing.
Ms. Rochford
Mrs. Stanfield-Hobbs
Mrs. Barrett
Mrs. Martinez
Mrs. Cortes
Mrs. Galicia
Mrs. Barcenas
Ms. Barrett
Ms. McPherson
Ms.Baker
Ms. Findley
Mrs. Qureshi
Mrs. Lemus
Ms. Helfenstein
Mrs. Ulvan
Mrs. D'Souza
Mrs. Ajaz
Mrs. Sharma
Mrs. Gavin
Mrs. Gavin is the Private Kindergarten teacher at the Primrose School of South Riding. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Accounting, and a Masters Degree in Education. Additionally, she holds a Virginia State Teaching License and is certified to teach PreK – 8. In addition to working as our Kindergarten teacher since the 2014-2015 school year, Mrs. Gavin taught Pre-K students for five years and 2nd grade for 5 years. Her favorite part about Primrose is the children she teaches as well as their supportive families. Outside of Primrose, Mrs. Gavin enjoys watching her children play sports and spending time with her family.
Mrs. Kaur
Mrs. Devkota
Mrs. Servellon
Mrs. Harris
Franchise Owners
Sima Patel, Sunny Patel and Priya Patel
Welcome to Primrose School of South Riding! We are proud to bring high-quality preschool and child care to young children and families in the Chantilly, Virginia and surrounding community. Our journey to Primrose is rooted in a shared passion for early childhood education and helping children build a strong foundation for lifelong success.
Our on-site owner, Sima, began her career in early childhood education in 2008 and holds a master’s degree in education. Her experience as a Primrose school director inspired her to open a school of her own. She leads with heart, and with more than 18 years of experience in education, is deeply committed to providing exceptional care and creating meaningful learning experiences for every child.
Our other on-site owner, Priya, has served as a school nutrition specialist with a public school system, overseeing cafeteria operations at multiple schools across the county, leading large teams of food service professionals. She holds a master’s degree in economics and accounting, and brings extensive experience in school operations, budgeting, safety and team leadership.
As onsite owners, Sima and Priya look forward to building strong relationships with each child and family they serve.
Co-owner Sunny holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in finance and international business from George Washington University and a Master of Business Administration from The Wharton School. As entrepreneurs and experienced Primrose school owners, he and Sima bring a strong understanding of what it takes to create a school where children thrive, families feel supported and teachers love what they do.
Together, we bring a unique blend of educational leadership, operational expertise and business experience – and believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can build confidence, develop a love of learning and reach their full potential.
At Primrose, we believe who children become is as important as what they know. Our exclusive early learning approach balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence, and compassion. We deliver more than a curriculum; it’s a life-changing experience for children and their families.
We are excited to meet you and your family!
