Metairie Pre-School Class

With the knowledge that the first three years of life are so important to brain development, the preschool classroom is designed to provide the two year old with sensorial development of visual discrimination of size, shape and colors, sound discrimination, language development, and introduction to mathematics. The classrooms also have areas for art expression and daily living skills (pouring, spooning, cleaning). While there is much intellectual stimulation, our emphasis is always on nurture of each child’s uniqueness. Singing, signing, stories, music and  movement are all part of the preschooler’s days. Frequent cooking projects are built into our curriculum. Social skills continue to be developed, as is the ongoing acquisition of verbal skills.

Great emphasis is placed on recognizing, respecting, and appropriately expressing feelings. Our practical life skills are refined as children learn grace and courtesy manners during lunch.  Children learn to push their chairs back under the table, scrape their plates, and help clean the classroom. Friends are a great part of the children’s days. Outside play provides many opportunities for developing gross motor skills and for social interaction, too. We recognize the importance and privilege we have in the loving nurture of these precious children. Hugs, smiles, and love are a part of every child’s day.  

Tamarra James
Preschool Team Leader

Tamarra joined our Kinder Haus team in March, 2002 and is the proud mom of two wonderful sons. Organization, patience, flexibility, and joy are some of Tamarra's best qualities. Mrs. James has worked in various child care settings and worked with 3 and 4 year olds every summer as part of the Jefferson Parrish Man Power Program. Mrs. Tamarra attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and majored in Early Childhood Education. She completed her Montessori Certification in January 2006 through North American Progressive Montessori. We appreciate all of her outstanding contributions and dedication to our children, their parents and co-workers.

Bonnie Toups
Preschool Team Member

Bonnie Toups brings her sparkling smile and nurturing spirit with her to Kinder Haus. She is crossed trained to work everywhere in our school. An extremely rare and valuable gift! Mrs. Bonnie obtained her Montessori Certification in August, 2005 through North American Progressive Montessori. Her skill is obvious and much attributed to natural talent, many years of child care experience and love of children. Thank you Bonnie for your professionalism, dedication, and positive attitude.

Sarah Khan
Preschool Team Member

In September 2008, Mrs. Sarah joined our ever-growing Kinder Haus family. Mrs. Sarah holds an Associate’s Degree in many subjects including: Psychology, Political Science, Pre-Med, and Education. Additionally, she taught for many years in Pakistan before joining us. Along with the joy of spending time with her three precious children, Mrs. Sarah enjoys reading and cooking. In the words of Mrs. Sarah, “I respectfully enjoy and love being able to teach the children here at Kinder Haus.” We feel the same!