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Creative Minds Preschool Story

     Creative Minds Preschool was founded in 2009, inspired by my own children—Ben, then three, and Bella, just one. As a mom and an early childhood educator with a degree from UNCW and five years of experience running a childcare center, I wanted to create a place where families could leave their children knowing they were truly loved and cared for. After seeing things in other programs that I wished I could change, I felt called to build a school where quality, ratios, and genuine connection came first. So, with credit cards, a prayer, and a leap of faith, my husband and I opened Creative Minds with just six small classrooms and a vision for something better.

    With the love and support of our community, Creative Minds Preschool has grown from those six small rooms to over seventeen classrooms. Our mission has always been to teach children while also deeply loving them, creating a warm and nurturing place where they can thrive. None of this would be possible without the dedicated, amazing teachers who have helped shape CMP into the school it is today—a place built on passion, hard work, and a commitment to giving children the very best start.

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Mission and Guiding Principles 

At Creative Minds Preschool, we believe the most important part of a child’s early education is the relationships they build with the people who care for them each day. Our program is built on the understanding that children learn best in a safe, nurturing environment where they feel known, supported, and valued.

What makes Creative Minds unique is the stability and experience of our teaching team. Many of our teachers have been part of our school community for years, with numerous educators serving families for over a decade. This consistency allows children to build meaningful relationships with the adults who guide and support them during the most important years of their development.

Through hands-on learning, play-based exploration, and thoughtful teacher guidance, we support each child’s growth across all areas of development — language, cognitive, emotional, social, and physical. Our teachers act as facilitators who create engaging experiences that encourage curiosity, independence, and a love of learning.

We also recognize the vital role families play in a child’s development. At Creative Minds Preschool, we value strong partnerships with parents and encourage open communication, collaboration, and involvement in the classroom and school community. By working together, we create an environment where children feel secure, confident, and excited to learn.

Our goal is not only to prepare children for kindergarten, but to help them grow into confident, kind, and capable individuals within a community that truly knows and supports them.

Meet Our Management Team

Jamie Ramsey

Director

jramsey.cmp@gmail.com

Hilda Nixon

Assistant Director

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Kayla Clements

Lesson Plan Coordinator

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Suzanne Cahoon

Back Building Manager

Brandy Khouri

Key Manager/Infant Teacher

Meet the Teachers

Ms. Abby

Ms. Brooke F.

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Ms. Ciara

Ms. Allyson

Ms. Caitlin

Ms. Emily

Ms. Jasmine

Ms. Kristian

Ms. Liv

Ms. Oma

Ms. Jennifer

Ms. K

Ms. Lydia

Ms. Pam

Ms. Aydan

Ms. Caitlynn

Ms. Emma

Ms. Jessica

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Ms. Simone

Ms. Samantha B.

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Ms. Bella

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Ms. Chelsea

Ms. Hailey

Ms. Karen

Ms. Lea

Ms. Marissa

Ms. Samatha M.

Ms. Bri

Ms. Christine

Ms. Hannah

Ms. Katie

Ms. Lindsey A.

Ms. McKenzie

Ms. Sarah S.

Ms. Brooke H.

Ms. Daniell

Ms. Jade

Ms. Kendall

Ms. Lindsey S.

Ms. Natalie

Ms. Sarah W.

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Ms. Victoria

Ms. Shandi

Ms. Sheila

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Ms. Stephanie

Mr. Taylor

Ms. Vonn

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