Katie and César
My partner and I first met Winnie when she was working as our son’s first preschool teacher. At the time she had developed and was running a well equipped, beautifully prepared Montessori environment for young children. To say we were fortunate to know her is an understatement. Winnie is a phenomenal educator who uses her knowledge and passion to create calm, welcoming spaces that cater to each child’s developmental needs. Her kindness with the children is unparalleled and our son came away from the experience a gentler human. The times we were invited to observe in the classroom always felt like taking a deep breath; beautiful music playing, incredible materials and a calm and kind presence from Winnie herself. From the moment we met her we trusted her implicitly and we are so grateful for her influence in our child’s first away from home experience.
Julia P.
I don't have the words to describe how amazing it was to have my child in an environment that Winnie created. It was calm, inviting, warm and caters to the exact need of my child and to the other children. As a parent, once I entered the room, I didn't want to leave. The best part is I was able to mimic a similar layout in the home that allowed a consistency for my child. She guided me through the setting up process and was kind enough to follow up on how it was working out. I would recommend Winnie to anyone and everyone I know, she truly is the best.
Angie M.
I worked with Winnie and watched her transform a Toddler room into an oasis. Winnie is always calm, I've never seen her mad, raise her voice nor lose any of her composure around anyone. Her vibrant personality flows well with parents and children alike; she is well loved in every environment where she steps her feet. Underneath all of that bubbly personality, she is also assertive. I've watched her advocate for the children and the staff around her because at the end of the day she wants the best for everyone around her. What she has created with Raising Wonders is innovative, and I know that many families will have an alternative option to the resources that are only made available to a specific group of people.
Lauren C.
Winnie was the secret to the success of the Toddler classroom. Now the secret is out and there is no telling how much of an impact this will make, excited to watch this journey in action.