Our Allen Team

My name is Andrea Neace, I'm the new Director at Safari Kid Allen. I have over 20 years of experience working with children and over three years as a Director. I believe children are our future and need and deserve to be loved, nurtured, and taught with patience and kindness. I'm excited to be here to get to know your children and you, the parents. I am always available to help and want to get to know each of you. If you would like to set up a time to talk please let me know and I will make it happen.

My name is Ms. Salima Makhani, and I bring 27 years of teaching experience along with 4 years of Montessori experience working with children from as young as 6 months to 16 year olds. I hold a teaching degree focused on Early Childhood Development and am a certified teacher with a deep passion for nurturing young minds. I am dedicated to helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally. I look forward to creating a fun, engaging, and supportive learning environment for your little ones!

Master Teacher – Early childhood education
Behavior Specialist
PhD- Early childhood Education (Pursuing)

Master of Commerce from India

I love the childcare industry because I believe in nurturing. I am passionate about crying, smiling, diapering, crawling, running, singing, jumping, and all aspects of the growth and development of the child. Also, I understand that early childhood educators can positively impact the child’s growth.

I was one of the first teachers at Safari Kid. I have been in Safari Kid for the past 17 years. I am a teacher at heart and love the opportunity to nurture future leaders from preschool and kindergarten up to help effect positive social change in the world. I currently manage the Safari Kid centers in Milpitas, Sunnyvale, and Cupertino in Bay Area filling my cup to the brim and my heart because it’s the job I love to do the most. I also manage the Safari Kid in Allen, Texas.

My specialties include child-centered learning, service learning, standards-based assessment, curriculum writing, and training.

In a “previous life,” I was a state-level chess player and athlete, winning many awards and recognition. I have completed Master’s in Commerce and have several units related to child care and Montessori education and currently pursuing my PhD in early childhood education.

I discovered my passion for teaching in high school, where I taught underprivileged children. My love for teaching brought me to Safari Kid, and I am honored to see it grow and establish itself throughout the world, helping and caring for children. I consider Safari Kid an opportunity to pursue my dream of bringing world-class education and care for children worldwide.