Hi! I'm Ms. Natalie, the owner of Crafty Kids Preschool and the newly launched Crafty Kids Microschool! Our Microschool offers an exciting new approach to education that emphasizes the benefits of smaller class sizes and personalized learning experiences. For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to work with children! Before I opened my little school in 2020, I worked for the Federal Government for nearly 15 years. I started my career in Law Enforcement and later moved on to Security and Investigations. At the height of my career, I realized I was not the mother I always dreamt of being. Long days in a stressful career took a toll on me and my family. During the pandemic, I finally found the courage to quit my job and pursue my passion.

I’m a mom of three girls, have two degrees in Psychology, several certificates in Early Childhood Education, a licensed provider under the VA Dept. of Education, and have worked with children for over 25 years!

When I'm not teaching, I enjoy crafting, DIY projects, gardening, video games, reading, yoga, playing with all my pets, and spending as much time outside in nature soaking up the sun! And of course, I love doing all of these activities with my amazing family!

Our programs are educational and super fun, fostering an early love of learning. I truly believe children learn best through play while using all five senses to absorb knowledge. We make lots of fun messes while engaging in a fun activity-based and hands-on curriculum!

At Crafty Kids Microschool, we are dedicated to providing a rich, engaging educational experience that empowers every child to reach their fullest potential. I am excited to embark on this new journey and look forward to helping your child learn, grow, and thrive!