Our Toddler Classroom
An action-packed day full of fun and purposeful play helps toddlers develop Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®. We know 1-year-olds are constantly on the move, exploring and learning through play at every turn. Primrose teachers use that energy and enthusiasm to foster cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills through engaging games and activities.
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 Toddler Classroom Teachers & Staff
Ms. Rachel Short
Rachel is our Toddler Teacher and has been a valued member of the Primrose community since August 2019. She holds a degree in History from George Mason University as well as a degree in Early Childhood Education from NOVA. Rachel is passionate about introducing children to their first school experience and finds great joy in watching them grow and learn each day.
She values working alongside a team of devoted and dedicated coworkers who create a supportive environment focused on providing the best possible experience for students. Outside of school, Rachel enjoys spending time with her family and visiting historical museums and sites.
Ms. Kalyani Sridhara
Ms. Kalyani joined Primrose in 2024 and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Her academic background has helped her develop strong skills in organization, responsibility, and attention to detail.
Outside of work, she enjoys watching movies and spending quality time with her family, which she values greatly. Ms. Kalyani especially enjoys working with toddlers, finding it rewarding to support their early development and witness their growth, curiosity, and milestones. She takes pride in building nurturing relationships with young children and contributing to a positive learning environment.
Her favorite holidays are Thanksgiving and Diwali, as they offer meaningful opportunities to celebrate gratitude, traditions, and time spent with loved ones.
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