​Krissy H. Snyder

Founder and Executive Director

Krissy initially launched the idea of Wildflower Cottage for Children after spending over 16 years directing at another program. During that time, she expanded the preschool program to include younger children, maintained a full program with waiting lists, and achieved both ​a 5-star license and NAEYC-accreditation. After all of the boxes were “checked,” she still felt that there should be something “more” for children. ​

​Krissy began to explore the possibility of opening a Reggio-inspired program, which would also integrate opportunities for young and old to connect with each other. She opened Wildflower Cottage in January 2017 and immediately discovered that this type of program is a place where people continually grow and become. It is a place where “wonder” is more joyful than “certainty.”

Krissy brings a degree from UNC-Chapel Hill in Child Development and Family Studies, a Birth-to-Kindergarten teaching license, and a Level III Administrator Certification. She also brings the love of creating warm, enchanting spaces where learning can unfold naturally.

Fun Facts:

• Krissy is originally from Louisiana and enjoys cooking Cajun cuisine (red beans and rice, shrimp creole, and gumbo).
• Krissy feels fortunate that she discovered her vocation, passion, and purpose right out of the gate.  Her first full-time job was directing an early childhood education program.