I’m Susan. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

Name: Susan
Child care experience: 24 years
Education Background: Associates in Child Development
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing the joy and excitement every day. They are so innocent and eager to learn.
Favorite children’s book: Roxaboxen
In My Personal Time: Camping, Kayaking, Riding Motorcycles
What I’m most excited about this school year: To see all of the new families and build new relationships. To also see the children further their journey here.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

I’m Savanna. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am from Shelbyville, TN and graduated from Shelbyville Central High School in 2017. I attended MTSU and graduated in 2021 with my bachelor’s degree in Child Development and Family Studies.  Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband and our soon to be baby boy!

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Savanna
Child care experience: 7 years
Education Background: Bachelor’s Degree in CDFS
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them learn and grow
Favorite children’s book: I love to read any children’s books
In My Personal Time: I love spending time with my husband and soon to be baby boy!
What I’m most excited about this school year: Seeing all the children move forward in their journey at Primrose as well as welcoming new faces to our school

I’m Blanne. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I was born and raised in Franklin, Tennessee and graduated from Page High School. I played basketball and football growing up, and still enjoy playing and watching these sports in my free time. I attended University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and graduated in May of 2024 with a degree in Business Management.

Name: Blanne Burrow
Child care experience: Camp Counselor
Education Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing the excitement and joy they bring every day
Favorite children’s book: Cat in the Hat
In My Personal Time: I love being with family and friends
What I’m most excited about this school year: Seeing the children learn and grow

I’m Alexis. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I love going hiking, playing video games, and reading.

My favorite activities during the school day are singing and playing outside.

I have a lot of pets and love animals! I have five goats, two dogs, and six cats.

Sour candy and spicy or cheesy foods are the way to my heart.

My favorite children’s book is “Good Night Bunny”.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and you family.

Name: Alexis
Child care experience: Child care since 2018
Education Background: Graduated from IRSC in FL with Associates in ECE
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Making them laugh and seeing the pure joy on their face when they learn something new.
Favorite children’s book: Goodnight Bunny
In My Personal Time: I take care of our animals on the family farm and play video games.
What I’m most excited about this school year: Having fun meeting our new friends and helping students learn about our great big world.

My name is Denise Woods, and I was born and raised here in Rutherford County. I have two grown kids and a family that I love and live for. I have been working in childcare for over 25 years. I have spent the last 17 years working as a director but decided to step down this 2021 year. I really do enjoy working with children and they are definitely my passion. It will be a pleasure of mine to cook for your babies and make sure they are getting food each day. I am so excited to watch your sweet babies learn and grow!

I’m Hannah. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I was born in Alabama but raised here in Murfreesboro all my life. I have a cat named Athena who is a multi-colored Tabby. She and I love snuggles and reading books. One of my old favs is Percy Jackson!

I also enjoy hiking and recently I have been working on some art, both digital and physical. Sometimes I will go roller skating and bring my table so I can draw what is around me.

Fun fact: I have a twin brother named Joshua and two older siblings as well. I plan to use my love for reading and the outdoors to help teach and entertain your child in what ever classroom I go in!

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Hannah
Child care experience: 3 years
Education Background: Associate of Arts Degree
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: All the cuddles
Favorite children’s book: Brown Bear
In My Personal Time: Read, video games, draw
What I’m most excited about this school year: Decorating the room for the holidays

I’m Hannah. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am a mother of four from Virginia. I also have two cats and two dogs. I like to read, paint, sew and anything to do with Halloween. I used to take photos of children and their families in my spare time.

Name: Hannah
Childcare experience: Year and a half
Education Background: High School
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching their personalities bloom and grow
Favorite children’s book: Brown Bear or Rainbow Fish
In My Personal Time: I paint or play video games with my children. We hike on warmer days
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to meet everyone

I was born and raised in Indiana. I married my husband at the age of 19 and we have six children. I started my childcare career in 1990 working with preschoolers. Over the years I have had the opportunity to work with Infants through school age children.

My passion for quality childcare led me to open my own childcare center in 2007. This was Rising Stars Academy, located in Franklin, TN. After seven years I decided to close the center and help my church open their daycare center. After many years of being a director, I have decided to return to the classroom.

I enjoy taking family vacations and cooking. My favorite color is red. I like to eat good, savory foods and deserts like cakes and peach cobbler.

I enjoy working with children because I have lots of nieces and nephews and I enjoy babysitting them. I’m currently enrolled for a LPN program, my goal is to get my BSN in pediatrics or Labor and Delivery. I can speak Spanish and read French!

Child care experience: 3+ years
Education Background: Criminal justice and Nursing classes
My favorite thing about working with children: Their unconditional love!
Favorite Children’s book: The Giving Tree
In my personal time: Study, paint, or hike
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting new friends of all ages!

I’m 22 years old but have such a big heart and big energy. I have 2 fur babies named Cat and Husky. I’ve had the passion to be a teacher since I was in Kindergarten. I’m very talkative, bubbly, and comedic.

I enjoy helping children reach their goals and become more Independent for themselves for their next stages of life.
I pride myself by being someone that anyone can talk to big or small!

Name: Caidence
Childcare experience: 3+ years before starting Primrose in January of 2026
Education Background: High School and going back to school for ECE degree
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them hit milestones
Favorite children’s book: Oh the Places You’ll Go
In My Personal Time: I love traveling, going to concerts, and F1/motogp
What I’m most excited about this school year: Growing as a teacher and starting school to further my education in ECE

Hello, my name is Sade Holloway. I was born and raised in Knoxville. I have been a dancer for over 12 years, and I plan to pursue a professional career after I graduate. I have also been teaching dance for several years.

I enjoy spending time with my family. I also enjoy traveling and being outside.

I cannot wait to spend time with your little ones. I look forward to watching them grown and learn.

Hello, I’m Makayla. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am 21 years old and have a son who is 9 months old. I was born and raised in Murfreesboro, TN.

One reason I enjoy working with kids is because, growing up I didn’t have many role models or people who left a good and long lasting impression on me, except one teacher that I’ll never forget. If I can be that teacher to the children who come into my class, then I’ll know I’m helping make a difference.

I’m very excited for this school year and meeting all the new faces.

Child care experience: Babysat about every kid in my neighborhood
Education Background: Highschool
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing all the personalities
Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs and Ham
In My Personal Time: I love spending time with my son because he is my best friend
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting new faces and watching everyone grow and have fun

I’m Lacey. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am from Manchester, TN. I love hiking and going to music festivals in my spare time. I am so excited to watch your child grow!

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Lacey
Child care experience: 10 years
Education Background:
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: My days are filled with adventure!
Favorite children’s book: The Napping House by Don Wood
In My Personal Time: I love going to concerts and camping.
What I’m most excited about this school year: I’m excited to see new smiling faces each morning!

I’m Thaila. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am from Murfreesboro, Tn. I graduated from Riverdale High School and attended Motlow State Community College.

I love being outdoors and hiking! My favorite food is anything with noodles! I love pasta!

My favorite children’s book is There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly.

I most relate to Benjamin Bear. Benjamin is happiest when he’s outdoors, as am I! He also cares about kindness and how we treat our friends, which I feel is very important! I am so excited to get to know you and your sweet little ones and help them learn and grow into the best people they can be!

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Thaila
Child care experience: 10 years
Education Background:
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Knowing that I am helping a child blossom.
Favorite children’s book: Gorgeous by Caroline Castle
In My Personal Time: I like to sit on a patio on a sunny day.
What I’m most excited about this school year: Rocking this school year with my best co teacher, Lacey.

Hi, I’m Christine and I am excited about being part of the Primrose Murfreesboro team! I currently live in Murfreesboro, TN with my husband of almost 30 years, who I met in Germany while he was serving in the Air Force. We have two children who are currently going to college in Florida; sorry Volunteer fans, “Go Gators”/”Go Bulls”!

I absolutely love children and have over 20 years of childcare experience. I have owned and operated licensed in-home daycares in Japan, Montana, and Florida as we moved around the world.

I’ve lost track of the number of children I have watched over the years, but I still keep in contact with many, as they consider me to be part of their family. I look forward to being there for you and your children, and also giving them the best possible learning experience available.

When I’m not watching babies, I enjoy reading, bike riding, working out, and hanging out with my husband.

I’m originally from Florida, but I’ve had the opportunity to live all over the country thanks to my husband’s military career. This included California, Alaska, South Carolina, and now Tennessee. I’m a proud mom of two, an animal lover, and enjoy spending time outdoors. For the past ten years, I’ve worked in childcare, and I love helping children learn and grow.

Child care experience: 10+ years
Education Background: Highschool
My favorite thing about working with children: Watching them learn new things
Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you see?
In my personal time: Hanging out with my kids, nature walks and hiking
What I’m most excited about this school year: Watching the children learn and grow

I’m Jayley. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I have always had a passion to work with children since many of my family members are teachers. My goal with the children I work with is to build caring and supportive connections to ensure every child feels safe, valued, and cared for when in my care. I also have an esthetician license and graduated esthetician school in 2024. One of my favorite hobbies is golfing. I love golfing on the weekends with my brother and friends. When I am not working, I am taking care of my two huskies (Hudson & Bowie).

Childcare experience: 6 years before starting Primrose in December 2025
Education Background: Some college and esthetician
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them grow
Favorite children’s book: The Cool Bean
In My Personal Time: I love golfing and shopping
What I’m most excited about this school year: Watching the children grow and gain personal relationships with each child

I’m Leonna. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I have 2+ years of Childcare experience. I am currently in college for social work/early education, and I love working with children and seeing them grow!

Name: Leonna
Childcare experience: 2+ years
Education Background: Working on a degree in Social Work / Early Education
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them learn and grow
Favorite children’s book: Love You Forever by Robert Munsen
In My Personal Time: I love to cook and do anything crafty
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the children

I find joy in knowing that I’m making a positive impact in the lives of my students. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing them smile and grow as they hit new milestones. I love spending time with my husband and our two dogs. Whether that looks like hanging out at home or exploring new places. Originally from California, I’ve been lucky to call Tennessee my home for the past 3 years and love what this beautiful state has to offer. When I’m not teaching, you can find me watching movies or looking for new places to explore. Teaching is a true passion of mine and the best part is witnessing my students growth and being a part of their learning journey.

Child care Experience: 5+ years
Education Background: College
My favorite thing about working with children: Love knowing I’m making a difference and getting to see their smile
Favorite Children’s book: Are You My Mother
In my personal time: I spend time with family
What I’m most excited about this school year: Seeing all the milestones my class gains

I’m Sunny. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I just moved to Murfreesboro in December but was born in Dickson. I grew up as a military child and lived all over the U.S., including Hawaii. I recently got engaged and live with my fiancé and our kitten, Myrkul. In my free time I love to write, especially with my fiancé who has published two books. One was written full of poetry about me. I listen to all kinds of music and play guitar. I also spend a lot of time folding origami. I collect hot wheels, something I never grew out of. I also know tons of space facts! I have been working in childcare for over a year and love every bit of it! I cannot wait to see what this year brings!

Childcare experience: 1 year before starting Primrose in December 2025
Education Background: High School
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them grow
Favorite children’s book: “Love you forever”
In My Personal Time: I like to read, write, and listen to music
What I’m most excited about this school year: Watching the children learn and grow

I have 2 children. I have a boy named Daniel and a girl named Darcie. I have one dog named Ash and we love to play ball outside.

Child care experience: In home day care and head start as well as before and after school programs
Education Background: BA in Early Childhood Education
My favorite thing about working with children: When they figure something out and you can see it in their faces
Favorite Children’s book: I can books
In my personal time: I garden and play ball with Ash
What I’m most excited about this school year: To meet all the children

I have been in childcare 5 years and I absolutely love it! I am currently in school to be an elementary school teacher. A little bit about me is that I am from a small town called Dacula, Georgia and I also lived in New Orleans, Louisiana for a year and a half. I recently moved to Murfreesboro! I love attending my church, baking, cooking, traveling, and spending time with all my loved ones! I am so excited to get to know each and every one of you!

Name: Amari
Childcare experience: Babysitting and daycares for 5+ years before starting Primrose in February of 2026
Education Background: Highschool + Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them learn and grow
Favorite children’s book: Ramona & Beezus
In My Personal Time: I spend time with my family and friends, go out to eat, and shop
What I’m most excited about this school year: Creating a fun and safe learning environment for the children and helping them grow!

I’m Darby. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am a Murfreesboro native, and I attended college at MTSU. I have worked with elementary aged kiddos since 2015 and loved it!

I have been married to my husband, Jeremy, for 4 years and together we have a cute tiny human named Phoebe. We also own a golden retriever, Copper.

Some of my favorite things to do are: garden, go out to eat at yummy restaurants, decorate my house, surf behind a boat at the lake, and go on walks with my family

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Darby
Child care experience: Murfreesboro City Schools in 2015
Education Background: MTSU
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing the “light bulb” moment
Favorite children’s book: “Don’t Forget to Remember” By Ellie Holcomb
In My Personal Time: Crazy plant lady, going to CHL, attending New Vision Baptist
What I’m most excited about this school year: Having fun in each unit and seeing all the growth!

I’m Lindsey. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I was born and raised here in Murfreesboro. I am an only child. I graduated from Riverdale High, and I was a cheerleader and cheer captain. I came form a family of educators. My mom is a retired Kindergarten teacher, and I have several family members that are in the education field as well. I, too, have a passion for children.

I love my little family. I have 4 children. My son Jeremiah, daughter Avery, “Bonus” son Carson, and youngest son Malik. I love spending time with them along with my husband Josh. My kids are very involved in sports and school activities. They keep me busy and I enjoy every moment.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Lindsey
Child care experience: 18 years
Education Background: MTSU Secondary Education
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Walking into the classroom knowing that each day will be an unique adventure.
Favorite children’s book: Dr. Seuss Green Eggs and Ham
In My Personal Time: Spending time with my family, reading, and relaxing.
What I’m most excited about this school year: Engaging with the children each day with different tasks and activities.

I’m Kristi. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I am from Thompsons Station, TN. I graduated from Page High School in Franklin. I went to college at MTSU. I have lived in and around Murfreesboro since college.

I have been married since 2011 and I have two fur babies that I adore! I love to decorate! Every Holiday is my favorite! I love being creative, whether it is painting, drawing, or writing.

I am excited to be here at Primrose. I can not think of anything more rewarding than working with children and being able to make a positive difference in their life.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Kristi
Child care experience: 2.5 years
Education Background: Columbia State and MTSU
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Knowing I can make a positive difference in their lives.
Favorite children’s book: The Princess & the Pea
In My Personal Time: Spending time with family and friends.
What I’m most excited about this school year: Seeing all the kids I had when I first started graduate!

Hello, I’m Gail Walsh! I’m excited to be a part of Primrose School caring for the babies.

I moved to Murfreesboro from Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1991. I have a degree in Psychology and have worked for TEIS as well as another preschool as an infant teacher. The job experience I value the most was raising and educating my own five children, instilling in them a life long love of learning.

One of my favorite children’s book series is the Amelia Bedelia books. I love being active outside-walking, gardening, and enjoying God’s creation. I recently got my Real Estate license so I will be at Primrose part time in the afternoons.

Hi! My name is Karen Swenson. I have only one adult son. I am a granny of two, Braelyn and Oakleigh.

I enjoy taking the grandkids to feed the ducks at Gateway Island during the spring and summer.

I have been married for 31 years. I love to read but I have a part time job on the weekends, so I don’t get a lot of time to read. I enjoy writing my thoughts down in a journal.

I was a stay-at-home mom for 9 years and worked part-time in a daycare as the cook for a year. I watched neighborhood children for 5 years after that before joining my church nursery. I became a full-time daycare co-teacher in 2019 before coming to Primrose.

I am so excited to be a part of your children’s lives as they grow!

I’m Gloria. I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.

I am originally from Nigeria, and I have lived in Nashville since 2013. I am a huge soccer fan! I played soccer in high school for 2 years, and my favorite soccer team is Chelsea FC. I am continuing my education to complete my Early Childhood Education and Child Psychology degree.

I have worked with children for 4 years, and I love watching them learn and grow. I am excited to be a part of the Primrose Family. I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Gloria
Child care experience: 7+ years
Education Background: Took 2 years of ECE classes. Tecta and ECED certified.
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them grow
Favorite children’s book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear
In My Personal Time: I love to watch sports and read
What I’m most excited about this school year:

I’m Shay. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I was born in Murfreesboro, and I have been here my whole life and love it! In my spare time, I like to take walks with my fur baby, Pixie, who keeps me active!

I live in Smyrna with my family. I truly love my job of teaching fundamental skills to the babies. I love watching them grow and excel through milestones!

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Name: Shay
Child care experience: Early Childhood Education since 2021
Education Background: Motlow Community College
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing them hit milestones and teaching them how thing work!
Favorite children’s book:
In My Personal Time: Spending time with my family, friends, and Pixie
What I’m most excited about this school year: Seeing your babies flourish into toddlers!

I’m Dasha. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I was born in Birmingham, Alabama and moved to Tennessee in 2012 with my amazing grandmother. I am a caring and nurturing person by nature. Previously, I went to school for medical assisting but then had an opportunity to work as a teacher assistant working with 1st graders and fell in love with the field of education. I’m also a mommy of 2!

Name: Dasha
Childcare experience: 3 years
Education Background: Daymar College for Medical Assisting
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them learn and grow
Favorite children’s book: The Boxcar Children
In My Personal Time: I like trying new things with my family and being a social media manager
What I’m most excited about this school year: Working with all the new age groups!

I am a mom of an almost 2-year-old. I’ve worked with children professionally since 2022, though I’ve been helping care for kids in some way for most of my life. Working with children has always been a dream of mine. Even when I was young, I loved volunteering to babysit or to simply spend time with them. Seeing the world through their eyes has always felt special to me.

I grew up along the East Coast, spending time in Maryland, Florida, Massachusetts, and Tennessee. My family is Canadian and I grew up visiting Alberta every summer. Although I’ve lived in many places, TN has been my home for the last ten and a half years. I love this community and people here!

Childcare experience: 3 Years
Education Background: High School
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing the wonder through their eyes
Favorite children’s book: Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus
In My Personal Time: I love to watch movies and hang out with my family and friends
What I’m most excited about this school year: Watching the kids grow and learn

I’m Victoria. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I can be a shy person until we get to know each other. I love to learn new things everyday. I like to swim, and be outside with nature.

Kids make me remember my childhood and I love every bit of it. I am a very open person. I love to cook, and food is one of my love languages!

Name: Victoria Stokes

Child care experience: 1 1/2 years

Education Background: High School

My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them grow

Favorite children’s book: If you give a mouse a cookie

In My Personal Time: I swim

What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to know the kids and watch them grow

I’m Mia. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I’m a mother to a 3-year-old boy and I was born and raised in Tennessee. I have previously worked as a mental health technician at a couple residential treatment centers for boys from the ages of 11-17. I also worked as a registered behavior technician at two different centers for autistic children under the age of eight. I studied psychology at MTSU, and I am currently studying music business at Full Sail University online. I love music, live performances, art museums, and learning new things. I also love working with children and making a difference in people’s lives. I am happy to be here at Primrose School of Murfreesboro!

Childcare experience: Started Primrose December 2025
Education Background: Some college; 4 years of psych major – pending degree
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Making a difference
Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs & Ham
In My Personal Time: Music, music production, enjoying time with my son
What I’m most excited about this school year: Meeting new children and watching them learn

I’m Miracle. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I’m 24 years old and I am a Capricorn. I have two loving nephews. I enjoy reading books, cooking new foods, and baking. I was born in Franklin, TN and have lived in Murfreesboro for 12 years now. I love to travel and learn about new places and things. I also have another job where I work as a mental health counselor.

Childcare experience: 4 years before starting Primrose December 2025
Education Background: Highschool with plans of going back to school to be a therapist
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them blossom into wonderful humans
Favorite children’s book: Brown Bear Brown Bear
In My Personal Time: I love to cook and watch anime
What I’m most excited about this school year: Getting to learn and see all of my wonderful students grow