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
Denise O'Neill
Hi, I am Denise O’Neill and I am an Older Infant teacher here at Primrose. I have been working with children for 25+ years and have been at Primrose for almost 10 years. I love getting to watch my babies learn and grow, achieving those milestones in my classroom. In my free time, I enjoy crafting and decorating. I look forward to connecting with you soon. “I love to love you!”
Quynh Tran
Hello, my name is Quynh Tran and I am an Older Infant teacher. I currently have an Associate’s Degree in Education and have been working with children for 12+ years. In my free time, I enjoy collecting stuffed animals, ballroom dancing, and horseback riding. I look forward to getting to know you all soon.
Hannah Legg
Hi, my name is Hannah Legg and I am one of the Middle Infant teachers. I love working with children so I can use my imagination to create fun activities for children. When I am not at work, I like to go hiking, swimming, and travel to see new places. I can’t wait to meet everyone and build those trusted relationships with the families at our school.
Janessa Jiner
Hi, I am Janessa Jiner and I am one of the Young Infant teachers. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts. I have been with Primrose for almost 4 years and loving seeing the progress students make in my classroom. I have experience teaching art camp outside of Primrose. When I am not at work, I enjoy reading and painting. I look forward to connecting and building trusted relationships with all new infant families!
Kelly Sorensen
Hi, my name is Kelly Sorensen and I am a teacher in the Young Infant classroom. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and have been with Primrose for almost 9 years. I have worked with students of all ages during my time here. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family. I am excited to connect with all of our new infant families in my classroom.
Zoe Barkley
Hi, my name is Ms. Zoe Barkley and I am a seasonal support teacher here at Primrose. Previously, I was a teacher in our Older Infant classroom before going back to school to pursue a degree in education. In my free time, I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
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