Our Pre-Kindergarten Classroom
Primrose® introduces and reinforces new information through playful exploration, teacher-guided inquiry and rich discussion as they help foster Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®. Your child will have fun every day as they play and learn important academic skills, social skills and more, because when they are mentally, physically and emotionally ready to learn a skill, they develop mastery.
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.
- 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 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 Pre-Kindergarten Classroom Teachers & Staff
Mrs. Mallinson
Mrs. Mallinson has a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood: Child and Family Services from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. She has over ten years in early childhood education. Mrs. Mallinson loves to watch students explore and learn through play. She was born and raised in the St. Louis area and married her high school sweetheart. She has two amazing puppies and loves to go on new adventures. Mrs. Mallinson loves to teach and has wanted to be a teacher for as long as she can remember. She loves building relationships with children and families.
Mr. Jae
Mr. Jae is a recent graduate from UMSL with a degree in Early Childhood Education. He has experience working with children of various ages, from preschool to fourth grade. Mr. Jae is passionate about equipping children with the necessary tools for growth and learning at an early age. He believes that fostering a love for learning in children will benefit them in the future. In his free time, Mr. Jae enjoys exploring different cultures through food and taking his dog Yoshi for walks. He is thrilled to be a part of Primrose and share his enthusiasm for learning with his students.
Ms. Baker
Ms. Baker holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and brings over a decade of experience in early childhood, including time as a pre-k teacher and as a private nanny/homeschool teacher. Ms. Baker loves helping children discover new things and celebrating their growth and achievements. Her favorite children’s book is The World Needs More Purple People because it encourages kindness, curiosity, and individuality. Outside of teaching, she enjoys spending time with her cat, listening to audiobooks and podcasts, exploring new restaurants and coffee shops around St. Louis, and rewatching Gilmore Girls.
Mrs. Rodriguez
Mrs. Rodriguez brings a strong background in early childhood education, with experience as both a Pre-Kindergarten teacher and a paraprofessional in the St. Charles School District. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and enjoys using her education and experience to help young children learn, grow, and make sense of the world around them.
Her favorite part of working with children is watching their curiosity and confidence grow each day. She loves all children’s books and believes that every story has something meaningful to offer.
Outside of the classroom, Mrs. Rodriguez enjoys spending time with her husband, playing with her dogs, watching St. Louis Blues games, and reading.
