By: Amber Jayne
When I first became a mom, I imagined staying at home with my baby. I loved my son dearly, but after he turned four months old, I started to feel like I wanted something more to do. That’s when I got an idea: why not start a preschool in my own house?
I sat down at our dining table and did some calculations. My husband and I decided to borrow money to build a classroom next to our living room. That’s how the Loving Start Learning Center began. At first, I had four kids in my preschool, but within six months, I had 48 students and two employees. At 23 years old, and with my second child on the way, I started calling myself a mom turned CEO.
As I balanced being a mom to what soon became four kids, I also figured out how to expand my preschools. For nine years, everything ran smoothly in my home, but I began to notice it was time for a bigger building for the preschool. I went on to open eight more schools, and I am incredibly grateful for the chance to help my community and to support my family financially.
Now, I’m thrilled to announce that we are preparing to franchise our schools nationwide. I’m passionate about coaching others who work with young children to be the best they can be, and I want to help them achieve the life they’ve always dreamed of.
Starting the Loving Start Learning Center has been a journey full of both challenges and rewards. I’ve learned so much about running a business and caring for children and cannot wait to see what the future holds as we take our schools across the country!
Author Bio:
Meet Amber Jayne, the powerhouse in early childhood education!
With over two decades of experience under her belt, Amber is not just an expert – she’s a visionary. Her journey began at the young age of nineteen when she started teaching preschoolers in the two-year-old class. At twenty-three, fueled by her passion for creating an ideal learning environment, she took the bold step of turning her dream into reality by opening Smart Start Preschool, now known as Loving Start Learning Centers.
Amber’s mission was clear from the start: to provide a nurturing space where learning and fun intertwine seamlessly. Balancing her role as an educator with her personal life, she raised four beautiful children while successfully managing her preschool. She’s a true example of dedication and passion in action.
Starting from her humble beginnings of running a preschool from her own home, Amber’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to expand her reach. Now, with over nine years of running her home-based school and counting, she’s ventured into larger centers while maintaining her commitment to excellence in early childhood education.
But Amber’s journey doesn’t stop there. With a heart set on empowering others in the field, she’s taking her expertise nationwide, teaching aspiring educators the ropes of opening their own schools. As if that wasn’t impressive enough, she’s also the host of The ABC’s of Preschool podcast, where she shares invaluable insights on early learning and parenting.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Amber finds joy in spending quality time with her loving husband and children. And when she’s not immersed in the world of education, you’ll likely find her exploring new cultures, fueled by her insatiable passion for travel.
Curious to learn more about Amber or eager to embark on your own journey in early childhood education? Visit to connect with this remarkable trailblazer and possibly become a part of her thriving community.
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Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
