Hello! My name is Ms. Nicole and I am the Area Director for our Garden Oaks, Summerwood and Lakeshore locations. I am originally from Houston, Texas and became apart of the Primrose Family since 2012. I have a BFA from Texas Tech University in Art Education, Early Childhood and a total of 12 years of childcare experience. On the weekends, I enjoy playing outside with my three children. My favorite food is sushi and my favorite children’s book is Mouse Paint and The Giving Tree. The Primrose Pal I most relate to is Erwin the Dog because I, too, love art and making new friends! I am most excited to watch your children discover new wonders in the classroom.

My name is Jennifer Thames Gates and my friends call me Jeni. I have been working in The field of Early Childhood Education for about 35 years. I have taught Pre- Kindergarten 3 and 4 and Kindergarten.  For 22 years, I was the Director of Memorial Crème de la Crème. I am excited to be part of the Primrose family!

I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and am a Certified Director. I also work with The American Red Cross as CPR/ First Aid and CPR instructor.

When not working, I love being with my husband and my three children and my grandson  supporting their activities.  As they are all grown up, l fill my empty nest by coaching The CheerAbilities Team – The Rainboas of Stars Vipers Katy.

I enjoy the Garden Oaks area and love getting to try all of the restaurants in the area!

Hello, my name is Britney and I am the Co-Director here at the Primrose School of Garden Oaks. I joined Primrose in July 2021, and have 15 years of childcare experience prior to joining Primrose. On the weekends I enjoy spending time at home and at the pool. I am excited to meet all of our families and getting to know everyone.

My name is Kara Addkison, I hold an Associate of Arts in Teaching Early Childhood-6th grade and have spent the past 21 years in early childhood education, with 11 of those years in a director role. I’m also a mom of two boys who keep me busy with their various sports and activities. I love what I do because I get to support children as they grow and learn, build meaningful relationships with families, and create a center environment that parents can trust and feel confident leaving their children in each day. I’m truly excited to join the Primrose of Garden Oaks family and look forward to being part of a community that values high-quality early education as much as I do.

Ms. Luisa is from San Juan, Puerto Rico. She joined the Primrose family in September 2020 and has worked in childcare for a year prior to joining us. Luisa holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership. Hamburgers are her favorite food and she loves to spend time outdoors and at the beach. Her favorite book is The Three Little Pigs and most relates to Erwin the Dog.

Ms. Jacaria is from Houston, Texas. On the weekend, she loves to spend time with her friends and bowl. Fun Fact: She is in a Bowling League! Her favorite book is If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and can’t wait wait to watch your kiddos grow and learn! Ms. Jacaria is so excited to join the Leadership Team as our Administrative Assistant.

Ms. Jiovanna Cirlos was born in Houston, Texas. She joined the Primrose family in September 2020 and has 5 previous year in childcare. She holds a HS diploma and is currently getting her degree in Education. Her favorite foods are Steak and Whataburger and enjoys to watch baseball and go fishing on the weekends. Ms. Jiovanna’s favorite book is The Cat in the Hat and most relates to Og the bookworm.

HI! My name is Ms. Remyka and I am one of the Young Infant teachers! I have 9 years of childcare experience, my favorite thing about working with children is seeing them grow from an infant to a grown up. In my personal time I like to spend time with my family and friends, my most favorite holidays are Christmas and Halloween. I’m so excited to watch all the little ones learn and grow!

Hi my name is Cammy and I am a teacher in young infants! I come with 6 years of childcare experience and I’m very excited to be apart of the Primrose Family! My favorite thing about working with children is watching them grow and sing, in my personal time I like to do makeup, shop, try new things and travel. I’m so excited to watch the littles learn and grow!

Ms. Lourdes is from Houston, Texas. She studied as a nurse assistant and currently has 20+ years in childcare experience. She loves Chinese food and spending time with her family on the weekends. Her favorite children’s book is The Rainbow Fish and most relates to Og the Bookworm. She is so excited to see her babies grow and develop!

Hi my name is Kristin and I am one of the Older Infants Teachers and I have 10 years of childcare experience. My favorite thing about working with children is getting to interact with them throughout the day, my favorite holiday that I like to celebrate is Christmas. I am so excited to be apart of the Primrose family!

Hello, my name is Ms. Lourdes and I am an Older Infant Teacher! I have many years of childcare experience I love teaching my students. I love how excited they are when the come to school each day!

Ms. Luz is from Mexico! She has 29 years in childcare experience and hold a GED. She loves Italian Food and also enjoys spending time with her grandbabies. Her favorite children’s book is Red Hat and most relates to Erwin the dog and Ally the Bunny. She is super excited to start her Primrose experience and meet new kids and watch them grow and develop.

Hi, my name is Ana and I am one of your Toddler 1 teachers. I have been in childcare for 3 years and counting! My favorite thing about working with children is seeing them grow and teaching them new things. On my personal time, I enjoy spending time with my family and listening to music.

Hi my name is Ms. Dejanae, I have 5 years of childcare experience and I am very excited to be apart of the Primrose Family! My favorite things about working with children are knowing that I play a big role in shaping their confidence, kindness and life skills. In my personal time I love to shop, put leogs sets together and watch movies. I am so excited to get to know my co workers and students and have an awesome time here at Primrose!

Ms. Angie Rodriguez is from Houston, Texas. She joined our Primrose family in September 2020 and has 2 years of previous experience in childcare. She has a high school diploma and enjoys to eat pizza. Her favorite weekend activity is to watch movies. Her favorite children’s book is The Rainbow Fish and most relates to Og the Bookworm.

Hello, I’m Ms. Grace I have over 27 years of childcare experience I joined the Primrose family in June 2024! In my personal time I like going to the gym and jogging. One of my favorite family traditions is going to the beach and camping, my favorite children’s book is the Harry Potter Series. I love working with children, because they are spontaneous I’m so excited to be apart of the Primrose family to watch the little’s learn and develop.

My name is Ms. Jacqeline and I have been in childcare for 2 years! I joined the Primrose Family in March of 2025 and I enjoy teaching the students and seeing them learn and grow everyday. My favorite children’s book is The Very Hungry Caterpillar and my favorite family tradition is having movie nights.

Ms. Jasmine Rodriguez is from Houston, Texas. She joined our Primrose family in September 2020 and has 2 years of previous experience in childcare. She has a high school diploma and enjoys to eat pizza. Her favorite weekend activity is to watch baseball and play soccer. Her favorite children’s book is the series of Clifford the Big Red Dog and most relates to Mia the mouse.

My name is Jonee and I am a Early Preschool 1 Teacher! I joined the Primrose Family in June 2024 and I have been enjoying my time here. I love seeing the children come to school excited everyday to learn new things. My favorite holiday is Christmas and during my personal time I enjoy spending time with my family and my son.

Hi my name is Melina and I am one of your Early Preschool 1 teachers! I joined the Primrose family in September 2023 but come with 1 year of experience. During the weekend, I like going to the park and playing with my family. I am so excited to get to meet all of my friends and watch them develop!

Hi, my name is Michelle and I am one of your Early Preschool Teacher! I have been in childcare for 2 years and my favorite part of working with children is getting to know them and do the things they like to do. On my personal time, I enjoy having dates with my son!

Hello! My name is Raniya and I am one of the Early Preschool 2 Teachers, I have 3 years of childcare experience I’m very excited to be apart of the Primrose Family. My favorite thing about working with children is the wholesome and heartfelt hugs that they give, also my favorite children’s book is June. B Jones! I am so excited to watch the students learn new things each day and grow into amazing young people.

Ms. Yulma De La Rosa is from Chepas, Mexico. She joined our Primrose family in September 2020 and has 3 1/2 years of previous experience in childcare. She has a high school diploma and enjoys to eat chicken. Her favorite weekend activity is to sleep. Her favorite children’s book is The Rainbow Fish and most relates to Mia the mouse. Ms. Yulma aslo enjoys the outdoors.

Hi, my name is Prasha and I am a Preschool Pathways teacher. I have been in childcare for 10 years and am excited to get to know all my new friends. My favorite childens’ book is The Napping House.  In my personal time, I enjoy eating seafood, going shopping with my daughter, and watching movies.

Hi, my name is Ms. Stephanie and I am a Preschool Pathways teacher! I have 13 years of childcare experience, my favorite thing about working with children is their energy and seeing their curiosity is different. I also love seeing the world through their eyes it is awesome!

Ms. Miriam is from Guatemala, Mexico. She has 20+ years in childcare experience and loves to eat all sorts of casseroles. On the weekends, she loves to stay home and spend time with her family. Her favorite book is Dragons Love Tacos. She most relates to Erwin the dog and is happy to get to know all her new co-workers and new kiddos!

Hi! My name is Keyaira and I am one of the Preschool 2 teachers! I joined the Primrose Family in April 2024 and I have two years of childcare experience. On the weekends I like to watch Law & Order and play with my kids! My favorite holiday is Christmas and my favorite children’s book is Corduroy. I am most excited to get to know all my friends and watch them learn and grow!

Hello my name is Ms. Amaya, and I am one of your Preschool teacher I come with 5 years of childcare experience. My favorite thing about working with children is making bonds with them. My favorite children’s book is Blob Blob Fish and in my personal time I like to spend time with my family and try new things. I ma so excited to get to know all of my students and watch them grow and learn new things!

Hi, my name is Ms. Julia and I’m one of the Preschool 2 teachers! I joined the Primrose Family in October of 2021 and has loved it since my favorite thing about working with children is getting a chance to see them learn new things and develop.

My name is Ms. Krista and I’m a support teacher here at Primrose. I have 4 1/2 years of childcare experience, in my personal time I like to read books, write and spend time with my family. My favorite thing about working with children is getting a chance to see them grow!

Hi! My name is Ms. LaShey and I am one of your Pre-kindergarten 1 teachers, I have 4 years of childcare experience 3 being with Primrose! On the weekends I like to hang out with my friends and my favorite children’s book is The Rainbow Fish. My favorite thing about working with children is making a difference and getting to see their faces light up when they are learning new things.  I’m so excited to see my little ones learn and grow!

Ms. Olga is from El Salvador. She currently has 2 years in childcare experience and joined our team in November 2022. She loves all sorts of foods, spending time with her family and seeing new places on the weekends. Her favorite children’s book is The Little Red Riding Hood and most relates to Molly the Cow. She is so excited to see her little ones grown and develop!

Hello my name is Morgan I am one of the Pre-K Teachers, I have 10 years of childcare experience and I’m very excited to be apart of the Primrose Family. In my personal time I like to watch movies, read and write music. My favorite book the is The Napping House and my what I like about working with children is being able to watch them grow.

Hi my name is Ms. Catherine and I am one of the Pre-Kindergarten Teachers.

Hi, my name is Shieka Dooley and I am the Kindergarten teacher. I am from Katy, Tx and joined the Primrose family back in February of 2021. My favorite food is chicken and on the weekends I enjoy relaxing with family and eating! My favorite children’s book is Green Eggs and Ham and I most relate to Megy the pig.

Hi! My name is Adela and I am your Kindergarten teacher! I joined the Primrose family in August 2023, but come with 30 years of childcare experience. On the weekends, I enjoy staying in and watching movies with my family. The Primrose Friend I most relate to is Erwin the Dog, and I am so excited to make friends just like Erwin!

Hi! My name is Adriana Garcia and I am your Explorer’s teacher! She started her childcare experience with us in May 2024. She loves spending her time with friends and family on the weekends. Her favorite children’s book is The Kissing Hand. Her favorite part about working with children is being able to see them grow and develop!

Hi!  My name is Shari Patterson! I have 20 years of childcare experience prior to joining Primrose in September 2021. On the weekends, I like to go to church, shop and eat some good BBQ! I enjoy The Three Little Pigs and I most relate to Billy the Duck!

Mrs. Joyce Nwokolo is from Navasota, Texas. She joined the Primrose family in September 2020 and has 30 year experience in childcare. She holds a high school diploma. Her favorite foods are Spaghetti with green beans and corn bread. She enjoys to listen to music, watch movies, and have dinner with loved ones.