Small Wonders Daycare Preschool
Our Team Has Over 40 Years of Combined ExperienceMeet Our Team:
Our Qualified Team Looks Forward to Caring For Your Child!
With over 40 years of combined experience, our team at both of Small Wonders’ Plymouth, IN locations is highly qualified and has the compassion and knowledge necessary to provide your child with individualized care. We are proud to maintain a Level IV Paths to QUALITY™ rating at our Home location, and our newer Center location, opened in 2017, has already achieved a Level III rating and is preparing for Level IV. Our staff is focused on providing each age group with developmentally appropriate activities, to help them grow in all facets and to prepare them for a successful future!
Deb Friar
Owner/ Director
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My name is Debra Friar and I am the Owner/Director/President of Small Wonders. I am married, parent of 3 adult children, and a grandmother. My background gives me the support to bring about my philosophy in Early Childhood, including:
- Twenty years of experience in Child Care
- An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood
- Finishing a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood through Ball State University
- Twenty years experience as a Preschool Teacher
- Guiding Paths to Quality in all Programs
- Certification of Accreditation in Family Child Care through NAFCC
Kristin Sheets
Assistant Director (Home Location); Lead Teacher in 2 year old Classroom (Home Location); Curriculum Manager; On-Line Program Support
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been with Small Wonders for 10 years. I graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor’s degree from
Indiana State University where I majored in Special Education. I have been in the Education
field for 16 years. I have been married for 15 years and have 2 children, Naomi (13) and Owen
(7).
Shelly Longson
Site Director, Lead Teacher in Pre-K Classroom (Center Location)
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Shalon Paterson
Assistant Director (Home Location); Lead Teacher in 3 year old Classroom (Home Location); Summer Camp Program Director
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Kayleen Arellano
Assistant Teacher in Pre-K Classroom (Center Location); Cook
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My name is Kayleen and I have been with Small Wonders for since June of 2019. I am the Assistant Teacher in the PreK Classroom (Center Location) and also carry my safe serve certificate and am responsible for the food service and prep at the Center Location. I am currently taking courses to earn my Associates in Early Childhood Education. I have 2 girls, Gemma and Rylee.
Sammie Paterson
Jr. Staff Assistant, After School Program (5-6) year old classroom (Center Location)
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My name is Samantha Paterson. I am a Junior in High School. This past summer I traveled to Europe. I sing competitively in Choir. I work in the After-School Program with the school-aged kids.
Kaylynn Buntun
Jr. Staff Assistant
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My name is Kaylynn and I am a senior at Plymouth High School. I play tennis for the high school team and enjoy working with and being around kids. After graduation, I plan to attend college to major in criminal justice and later pursue a career in that field.
Our team looks forward to meeting you and your child! Contact ustoday for more information, to learn about the enrollment process, or to set up a visit!
Home Location
1223 N Center St
Plymouth, IN 46563
PHONE: (574) 936-9034
Center Location
11345 9A Rd
Plymouth, IN 46563
PHONE: (574) 936-1313
Argos SW Academy
410 N. First Street
Argos, IN 46501
PHONE: (574) 598-2856
Hours
M–F 6:15 AM – 5:30 PM