Our History
Carolyn Spoor is the current owner and manager of Discovery Station Preschool. The preschool was first owned by Carol White, who developed the programming and started the preschool in 2002. The current location opened in the Fall of 2003.
Carolyn was hired in 2010 by Carol White, and became manager in 2012. After Carol White decided to retire in 2021, Carolyn purchased the preschool program and decided to continue providing the unique program that shares God's love with the children enrolled in the preschool, and their families. Carolyn has completed her training as an Early Childhood Educator and holds all up to date certifications for First Aid and Criminal Records Check. Carolyn is the mother of 3 young adult children, and along with her husband, lives and attends church in the Murrayville area.
Our Philosophy — Love is spoken here
We believe that each child is a unique and valuable person created by God for a purpose. This provides a challenge to present opportunities for each child to develop and grow socially, emotionally, physically, cognitively and spiritually. Every effort will be made to provide a non-threatening, safe and stimulating environment where each child may investigate, and express his/her ideas while interacting with peers. We will also strive to develop in each child an awareness of God’s love and care, as well as his/her responsibility to share with and care for others and respect the rights of others.
Our Teachers
At Discovery Station Preschool, we know that the best learning occurs through hands-on, joy filled interactions. You will find our educators full of enthusiasm, love and dedication to the teaching of young children. Our programing requires intelligent and highly skilled instructors who intentionally engage in child centred activities to facilitate rich and relevant learning. We are very proud of our exceptional teachers. All teachers have been licensed by the Child Care Facilities Licensing Board and in accordance with Provincial Regulations, hold an up to date Criminal Record Check and First Aid Certificate. Professional development is ongoing.
Carolyn Spoor
AKA MRS. SPOOR
Mrs. Spoor is the owner/manger of Discovery Station Preschool. She grew up in the lower mainland and graduated from SFU with a BA in Psychology. After starting her family, she discovered that she had a passion for working with young children, and received her Certificate in Early Childhood Education from Langley College. She began working for Discovery Station Preschool in 2010 and took ownership in 2021.
Carolyn has 3 university aged children (all Discovery Station graduates), and lives in Murrayville with her husband and children, when they are home from university. She attends Langley Immanuel Christian Reformed Church in Murrayville. When she is not teaching, you will often find her reading. She enjoys riding her bike and going camping with family and friends.
"I love seeing the children learn to solve problems and gain independence. They are so proud when they do something by themselves for the first time."
Samara Eyzenga
AKA MISS SAMARA
Miss Samara grew up in the lower mainland, and has worked at Discovery Station since obtaining her certificate in Early Childhood Education.
Samara lives in Langley with her dog Oscar. She also attends Langley Immanuel Christian Reformed Church and is very involved with the Youth and Young Adults there. When she is not teaching, you will often find her hanging out with the girls in her Youth group, doing Bible studies and going for walks. She also enjoys travelling and going camping with friends.
"I love one-on-one and small group interactions. It is so much fun to engage the children in conversation, to laugh with them as they play."