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​Marti Freeman

Marti is a parent to two former Paddington students. Marti grew up in Denver as a 5th-Generation Coloradoan. She attended Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island where she earned her teaching license alongside a B.A. in Biology. She taught middle and high school science for four years in both Massachusetts and Pennsylvania while also earning her M.A. in Integrated Science Education from the University of Pennsylvania. Marti returned to her home State of Colorado with her husband, Andrew, and her daughter in 2009. Before joining the Paddington Team, Marti enjoyed spending time raising her four children, while also building a business, 
Little Smartist (toddler art enrichment classes). Marti loves spending time with her family outdoors, cooking whole-plant based food (something her husband is passionate about), and crafting of all sorts. She is so excited to join the Paddington community of educators and families.


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When I first walked into Paddington, I was on a tour as a prospective parent. I watched as students rolled balls of different sizes and materials down the big hallway ramp. Their excitement as they investigated which rolled fastest was contagious. I knew in that moment that I had found a perfect school for my children — one where they could learn through play.
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The children I watched were loving learning, and I knew this foundation would lay the groundwork for loving school throughout their lives. Now as a past- parent, current parent, and teacher at Paddington, I do what I do each day to continue fostering that love of learning. At Paddington, the play-based curriculum is intentional. It’s a place where learning is built into every moment, and it’s a place where each child is valued for who they are. I teach (and send my own children to learn) at Paddington because I believe play has the power to develop lifelong learners and productive, kind members of our society.
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  • Home
    • Greeting from Head of School
    • Strategic Plan
    • History >
      • Colorado State Historic Designation
    • Giving >
      • Annual Giving
      • Annual Report
    • Blog
    • Kind Words
    • In the News
  • Why Play at Paddington?
    • Why Play?
    • Curriculum
    • Social Emotional Learning
    • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion >
      • Glossary of Terms
      • Affinity Group: Parents of Children of Color
      • Family Toolkit
    • Outdoor Classroom
    • Our Team >
      • Meet Our Teachers
      • Meet Our Administrators
      • Meet Our Staff
      • Meet Our Board
      • Meet Our PFA
      • Professional Development
    • Career Opportunities
  • Admission
    • Admission
    • Class Offerings
    • Tuition & Fees
    • Financial Assistance
    • Summer Camp
    • Inquire or Schedule a Tour
  • Resources
    • Great Books for Children
    • 1,000 Books by Kindergarten
    • Play-Based Articles
    • DEI Family Toolkit
    • Recommended Reading for Separation Anxiety
  • Current Families
    • Important Forms
    • All Aboard!
    • Handbook & Directory
    • Calendar
    • Class Lists 2021-22
    • Paddington Covid Dashboard
    • Gift Giving at Paddington
  • Contact