Our TEACHERS

Danna Laycock
Lead Teacher

Hi My name is Danna Laycock. I hold a Bachelor of Social Work and have spent many years caring for and supporting young children and their families. I have now worked at Highland Park preschool for 5 years where I have loved helping children build confidence, friendships and a love for learning in a safe and supportive environment.

I also ran my own private day home while raising my 4 children, an experience that shaped my understanding of early childhood in a very real and meaningful way. Being both an educator and parent has taught me how important patience , kindness and consistency are during these early years.

I am passionate about creating a warm, nurturing space where children feel secure, valued and excited to learn. I believe every child is unique and deserves to be supported as they grow socially, emotionally and academically. I look forward to partnering with families and being a part of each child's early learning journey.

Chantal Tran
Teacher

Hello preschool friends and families! My name is Ms. Chantal and I am ecstatic to be a teacher at Highland Park Preschool. I am very grateful to be a part of the Highland Park team! I am a certified Early Learning Educator with an Early Learning and Education Diploma that I obtained from Bow Valley College. With that I bring experience in working with young children within the classroom and in a variety of settings through a series of practicums, volunteering and summer job positions. In my spare time I love to spend time with my dog and family as well as travel and go on hikes and spontaneous day trips whenever I can.

Working and teaching children has always been my passion as it excites me each day as every day is never the same. I always love to watch children learn, explore and express their unique self. What also excites me is their curiosity and how they thrive when it comes to their discoveries and how much I myself am able to learn, connect and grow alongside them every day as an educator. One of my favorite quotes is from Albert Einstein, “Creativity is Intelligence Having Fun.”, as young children and their creativity is the foundation that fosters learning as a whole. 

Anastasiia Rump
Teacher Assistant

I am very happy to be part of the team at Highland Park Preschool as a Teacher Assistant.

I have completed Early Childhood Educator Level 1 certification, which gave me the knowledge and inspiration to work in the field I am most passionate about.

In the past, I also volunteered in a preschool, where I gained helpful experience and discovered how much I enjoy spending time with preschoolers and helping them learn and grow.

Spending time with children has always been something I truly enjoy. I love supporting them as they learn, grow, and explore the world around them. It is always a joy to see their curiosity, creativity, and unique personalities shine through. Being part of their development and watching their progress is what motivates me every day.

In my free time, I enjoy hiking and spending time outdoors, as it helps me stay active and refreshed.

I look forward to growing and learning together with your children!