Whole-Child Development
In
A Culturally Diverse Community
A Stand-Alone Building In A Quiet Neighborhood
For High-Quality Early Education
Whole-Child Development In A Culturally Diverse Community
A Stand-Alone Building In A Quiet Neighborhood For High-Quality Early Education
Preschool & Child Care Center Serving Columbia, MD
A 1-Minute Walk To The 404 Bus Stop!
Rini Oden
Head of School - Hickory Ridge Village Campus
Rini is a dedicated Montessori educator and school leader with over six years of teaching experience. Her lifelong passion for working with children has guided both her academic choices and her career in early childhood education.
She holds a bachelor’s degree with a major in English and minors in Music and Journalism, giving her a strong foundation in communication and the arts. Rini went on to earn her master’s degree in Education from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan, where she further strengthened her commitment to helping young learners thrive.
In addition to her formal studies, Rini completed her Montessori certification for ages 0–3 at the Barrie Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies. She is passionate about creating nurturing, thoughtfully prepared environments where children feel confident to explore, grow, and discover their unique potential.
Outside the classroom, Rini is a proud mother of three and treasures the time she spends with her family. Teaching has been her dream since childhood, and she brings that same joy, purpose, and warmth into her work every day.
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Give Your Child A Lifetime Of Learning
With An Authentic Montessori Advantage
A Peaceful Neighborhood Close To Stores & Amenities
Onsite Parking To Make Your Morning Rush Easy
Forget searching for a parking spot or crossing traffic with your little one; you have an onsite lot with plenty of space. Or take a convenient 1-minute walk to the 404 bus stop.
Fully-Equipped Montessori Classrooms With Peace Corners
Your Child Plays Outside Every Day On Spacious Playgrounds
An Incredible Indoor Playland Keeps Them Active & Engaged
Strong Security Measures Protect Them All Day Long
Daily Cleaning & Sanitization To Keep Germs Away
Teachers work hard to keep their classrooms clean, safe, and organized with routine sanitization of all high-touch surfaces and high-traffic areas. Professional cleaners perform a daily deep clean to provide an extra layer of germ-free protection.
How Old Is Your Child?
INFANTS & TODDLERS
6 weeks - 24 months
PRE-PRIMARY
2 - 3.5 Years
