Mini Hearts Preschool

About us

Susie VanDerZanden

Teacher Susie graduated from Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science Degree. She has taught preschool for over 14 years! She started out as a teacher at Mini Hearts Preschool, and is now the owner. In her free-time, she enjoys going for walks, reading, being outdoors, and spending time with her dog and family. She is looking forward to meeting and getting to know your kiddos!

Teacher Katie graduated from University of Idaho with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Communication studies. She further expended her education by getting a Master’s of Arts in Teaching from Eastern Oregon University. She worked for over ten years in public education as a kindergarten and third-grade teacher. Her passions as an educator includes early literacy and play-based learning. Katie is a mother of two herself, and in her free time loves to knit. She is looking forward to helping your kiddos learn and grow during the school year!

“Mini Hearts Preschool is hands down phenomenal! The dedication, patience, support and complete open communication are just a few of the amazing things that you can expect if your child attends Mini Hearts. They have forever left an impression with me and my kiddo!”

— Michaelle TJ Bernards

We hope to see you and your little one soon