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
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
- 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
- Monthly emergency drills so children and staff are prepared for emergencies
Our Toddler Classroom Teachers & Staff
Ms. Erin Higgins
My name is Erin Higgins and I have been working in childcare since 2021.
I am currently a student at SNHU obtaining my Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. In my spare time I like to go on adventures with my son. We love being outside exploring nature while going on hikes. When I get some child-free-time, I enjoy knitting and playing video games to relax. I can’t wait to get to know you all and make wonderful memories together at Primrose School of Copley Fairlawn!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: Since 2021
Education: Highschool Diploma, pursuing BA in Science in Psychology
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: watching them learn new skills and reach new milestones
Favorite Children’s Book: Pete the Cat
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: n/a
Favorite Family Tradition: Viewing Holiday lights and decorations with my family
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): one cat named Miss Chloe
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Go on ADVENTURES with my son!
Ms. Shelby Colbert
My name is Shelby Colbert, and I’m excited to join the Primrose family!
I’ve worked in childcare since 2024 and love helping shape children’s learning and growth. I’ve worked with a variety of ages and believe every child is unique, striving to meet their individual needs. Before childcare, I worked as a medical assistant for 12 years.
I’m also a proud parent of three children, Kennedy, Mason, and Maddox. We live in Akron with our dog, Luna, and our two cats, Blossom and Jaxx. As a family, we enjoy drives, ice cream in the summer, swimming, and playing charades.
I look forward to meeting and being part of our students’ learning journey!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: since 2024, with all different ages
Education: Associates degree in 2012 for Applied Science in Medical Assisting
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: finding their different personalities in how they learn and grow
Favorite Children’s Book: there are so many!
Favorite Holiday: 4th of July
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: n/a
Favorite Family Tradition: Christmas Eve and my grandparents’ house
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): 1 dog named Luna and 2 cats, Jaxx and Blossom
In My Personal Time, I Like To: sing karaoke and go swimming in the summer as a family
Ms. Lillian Robbins
My name is Lillian Robbins, and I am new to the Primrose family. I’d love to take a moment to introduce myself!
I am the proud and loving mom of my son, Greyson, who I welcomed in August of 2023. He is also a student here at Primrose, and I am so excited to share this journey with him. I have experience working with children from infants through toddlers, and I absolutely love watching them grow, learn, and develop into their own unique personalities. Seeing their curiosity and excitement every day reminds me why I love what I do.
I can’t wait to meet all our wonderful families!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: since 2020
Education: High School-Cuyahoga Falls High School
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: watching them grow a personality
Favorite Children’s Book: If You Give a Pig a Pancake
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: N/A
Favorite Family Tradition: Cookie Day
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): two dogs, Nova and Nala
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Read and Bake
Ms. Kayla Moore
My name is Kayla Moore, and I’d love to share a little about myself!
Over the past several years, I’ve had the joy of working with children of all ages. Teaching has been my passion since I was young, and I’m so excited to continue working with little ones and showing them that learning is fun.
I’m a kid at heart! I love playing video games, hosting game nights, and going on fun outings. In my free time, I also enjoy baking, watching anime, and traveling.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family!
Child Care/Teaching Experience: since 2016
Education: ECE Certificate in 2018
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: hearing laughs and making art
Favorite Children’s Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: n/a
Favorite Family Tradition: n/a
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): n/a
In My Personal Time, I Like To: paint, draw and try new foods!
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