Our Staff
We are proud to say the staff at Patterson Preparatory are Childcare Professionals. With many years of experience and numerous certifications. All teaching staff is required to hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate or higher, as well as acquiring a minimum of twenty-four training hours per year.
Owner & director :
shukiyah Patterson
Shukiyah opened Patterson Preparatory Child Development Center in 2017 with the hopes of bringing higher Childcare experience to her own neighborhood, West Philadelphia. With over 20 years of childcare experience, she knew her passion for children, Early Childhood Education, and Child Development would lead her to open her own childcare Center. A place that feels safe, promotes curiosity, engages the children, and most importantly feels like a family. During her time as an educator Shukiyah attained her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and went on to obtain her Bachelors Degree in Childcare Management. Her love and passion for teaching and children is evident through her work here at Patterson Preparatory. Her goal is to assure that all of our families feel safe, respected, loved, and appreciated.
Assistant Director :
Samiyah Patterson
Childcare has always been a passion for Ms. Samiyah. As a young girl she began working in Childcare and she has remained in the field for almost 10 years. At only 18 years old Ms.Samiyah obtained her Associates degree in Early Childhood Education and Secondary Education. her Bachelors Degree in Human Services. and recently her Masters Degree in Administration of Human Services center for Education, Advocacy and Social justice. Samiyah’s passion for Human Service and Children makes her a huge asset to Patterson Preparatory, not only as an educator but as an advocate for children and child development. Her skillful teaching style allows children to achieve their learning goals in a fun, loving, and happy environment. Meeting the child where they are and building is her motto!