Our Infant Classroom
We know the first year of life can have a big influence on a child’s success in the years that follow. That’s why teachers in your child’s Infant classroom provide a loving and nurturing environment as they lay the foundation for learning. This includes literacy; communication and vocabulary skills to help your infant better express their needs; gross motor skills and sensory development; and emotional well-being.
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 Infant Classroom Teachers & Staff
Ms. Quinones
In the infant classroom at Primrose School of Tampa Palms, parents are looking for more than supervision they’re looking for a loving, attentive teacher who treats their child like family. That’s exactly what Ms. Quinones brings to our youngest learners every day.
With over six years of experience in early childhood education and a background in Special Education, Ms. Quinones understands just how important the earliest stages of development are. She holds her DCF 45-hour certification and approaches each day with patience, warmth, and a deep sense of purpose.
What families appreciate most is Ms. Quinones’s gentle spirit and the intentional way she supports each baby’s growth whether it’s encouraging tummy time, celebrating first words, or providing a calming presence throughout the day. She loves watching the babies grow, learn, and reach new milestones, and she partners closely with families to share those special moments.
Outside of school, she enjoys baking, traveling, and spending time with her dog, Gia. Her love for children shines through in every hug, every song, and every story time especially when it’s a Dr. Seuss book.
For families seeking a calm, caring, and experienced teacher for their baby’s earliest days, Ms. Quinones offers the peace of mind that your little one is in loving, capable hands.
Fun Fact: If I wasn’t a teacher, I would be a physical therapist.
Ms. Perez
At Primrose School of Tampa Palms, we believe that every child thrives in an environment where they are loved, nurtured, and encouraged to explore at their own pace and Ms. Perez brings that belief to life every day in our Young Infant classroom.
Originally from Puerto Rico, Ms. Perez brings more than nine years of early childhood experience and a Baccalaureate in Pedagogy (Kindergarten–Third Grade) to her role. Families are drawn to her calm, patient nature and the way she creates a peaceful, comforting space where infants feel safe, secure, and deeply cared for.
Ms. Perez recently moved to Florida and embraces each day as an opportunity to build meaningful connections with the children and families in her care. Her classroom is filled with gentle routines, soothing interactions, and joyful moments as babies grow, discover new skills, and reach important early milestones.
Outside of school, Ms. Perez enjoys relaxing at the beach, cooking her favorite Puerto Rican dishes, and spending time with her two children. Her favorite children’s book, Cinderella by Charles Perrault, reminds her that kindness and perseverance always shine through, values she brings into her classroom every day.
Fun Fact: If I wasn’t a teacher, I would be a veterinarian.
Ms. P Torres
At Primrose School of Tampa Palms, we know parents want more than just a caregiver they’re looking for an infant teacher who will provide attentive, loving care while supporting their baby’s earliest stages of growth and development. Ms. Torres brings all of that and more to our older infant classroom.
With four years of experience in early childhood education and a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science, Ms. Torres combines curiosity, structure, and compassion in her approach to teaching. She finds deep joy in nurturing infants through their first milestones whether it’s a first smile, word, or step and loves watching how much they grow in such a short time.
Ms. Torres was born in Inglewood, California and raised in Cuernavaca, Mexico before living in Canada and eventually moving to Florida. Her rich cultural background allows her to connect with families from all walks of life.
Parents appreciate her calm, kind presence and the consistent, nurturing environment she creates. She takes the time to get to know each baby’s needs and routines, and she communicates openly with families to help support healthy development both at school and at home.
In her free time, Ms. Torres enjoys reading, watching movies, and spending time with her dog, Leela. Her thoughtful nature and gentle approach make her a trusted partner for families during one of the most important phases of their child’s life.
With Ms. Torres in the classroom, you can feel confident your baby is not only in good hands—but in warm, caring ones.
Fun Fact: If I wasn’t a teacher, I would be in the Forensics Sciences field.
