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Miss Lindsey Borders – Founder
Lindsey Borders founded Next-Door Discoveries in 2012 with the vision of creating a small, personalized playgroup for young children. From the very beginning, she worked hard to develop the engaging, hands-on curriculum that continues to guide our program today. What began as a playgroup with just four families has grown into a thriving community of children and families who enjoy learning, playing, and discovering together.
Although Miss Lindsey is no longer actively teaching at Next-Door Discoveries, she remains closely connected to the program. As a mother, she has seen her own children attend and thrive in NDD, giving her ongoing insight and involvement in the community she built. Her dedication to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment continues to influence everything we do.
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Miss Jasmin Williams – Lead Teacher
Jasmin Williams has been the lead teacher at Next-Door Discoveries since 2023, bringing her energy, enthusiasm, and love for children to every playgroup session. With over eight years of experience caring for children ages infant through 12, she is passionate about creating a supportive and fun environment where each child is encouraged to explore, play, and grow at their own pace.
Miss Jasmin loves to sing, dance, and play alongside the children while fostering a “you can do it” attitude that helps them gain confidence in their abilities. Her favorite part of teaching is watching friendships blossom and seeing children build connections as they learn and discover together.
Next-Door Discoveries has been shaped by many wonderful teachers through the years. We’re especially thankful for Miss Susie, whose 10 ½ years of dedication helped nurture and grow the NDD community into what it is today. She recently began her well-earned retirement, and her influence remains a cherished part of the NDD story.