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Let’s launch their lifelong love of learning together. Contact us to visit Celebree School of Thorndale!
Let’s launch their lifelong love of learning together. Contact us to visit Celebree School of Thorndale!
At Celebree School of Thorndale, the heart and soul of the childcare center are embodied by its passionate co-owners, Ron and India Carter, alongside their brother, Clarence Carter. This family affair is not just about business; it’s a profound commitment to nurturing and educating the young minds in their community. Their personal connection to the school is profound, as their own children attended Celebree, which significantly strengthened their bond with the institution and fueled their passion for its mission.
Ron brings a wealth of experience to the team, having served his country with distinction in the U.S. Air Force. His dedication to service is mirrored in his community involvement, where he has actively contributed to local initiatives. India’s career has been marked by a deep dedication to community service and education. She has worked extensively in social services, including roles in workforce development, mental health, and homelessness prevention. Additionally, India has experience as a paraprofessional in the Appoquinimink School District, supporting students from kindergarten through 8th grade. Her diverse background enriches her role at Celebree School of Thorndale, where her passion for education and community support thrives.
Alongside their professional achievements, Ron and India are devoted parents to their three children and two dogs. They treasure family time and share a common interest in real estate, actively participating in home renovations and investment projects.
Clarence is a retired Army veteran with over 20 years of experience in leadership and organizational management. His extensive background encompasses expertise in personnel recruitment, training, compensation, labor relations, and personnel information systems. He also has a background in early childhood education, having contributed to the management of his family-owned daycare as a youth.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Clarence is passionate about traveling and cherishes quality time with his dogs, children, and grandchildren.
Together, Ron, India, and Clarence bring a wealth of experience, dedication, and familial love to Celebree School of Thorndale. Their commitment ensures that the school remains a beacon of excellence in early childhood education, fostering a nurturing environment for all the children they serve.
Kelly Earnshaw brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Celebree School of Thorndale, with decades of experience in Early Childhood Education. Her journey in the field began as a Preschool Teacher in a small, family-owned childcare center, where she quickly established herself as a dedicated and innovative educator. Over time, her commitment to fostering high-quality early learning environments led her to advance into a Center Director role, where she gained extensive experience in curriculum development, staff mentorship, and operational leadership. Kelly will always tell you that preschool children are “her people”.
Throughout her career, Kelly has remained deeply passionate about early childhood development. She believes in creating engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth. She has worked with children across various developmental stages, implementing age-appropriate curricula that encourage exploration, creativity, and a love for learning. Kelly has also been instrumental in training and mentoring early childhood educators, helping them refine their teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
After staying home to raise her own three children, Kelly returned to the workforce, this time working with youth in the non-profit sector. It was during this time that Kelly combined her love of young children and wellness into the development and facilitation of a movement and nutrition program for toddlers and preschool children, serving several early education centers in the area. It was during her time as a Department Director that Kelly discovered her love of coaching and guiding professionals working with youth and the operations side of running a successful program.
As a Certified Children’s Yoga Instructor and Trauma Competent Professional, Kelly understands and values the importance of providing a safe, nurturing environment for the young children in her care, focusing on the whole child; physically, emotionally, and mentally. She values Celebree’s commitment to “Growing People BIG and small” and strives to create a school where teachers, families and children feel at ease when they walk through the front door each day.
When she is not at Celebree, Kelly enjoys spending time with her three children, reading non-fiction books and baking. She’s confident that she bakes the best chocolate chip cookies around. Kelly is drawn to water and will take any opportunity to head to the beach or kayak on the lake.
Kelly is so proud to be a part of the Celebree team and cannot wait to watch the Celebree School of Thorndale family grow and flourish.
