The Pillars: Chiesa – Preschool in Rowlett, TX

Mrs. Nikkie Poole

School Director

Experience: 14 Years 

Degree: CDA

Credentials: CDA, Director credential  

The Pillars – Chiesa
Director-chiesa@thepillars.com 

Nikkie is the dedicated School Director at The Pillars: Chiesa with a deep-rooted passion for Early Childhood Education, Nikkie has been serving young learners and their families since 2012. She hold’s a (CDA) credential and Directors credentials , ensuring that the campus operates at the highest standard of academic and developmental excellence. 

Nikkie joined The Pillars family in October 2020, initially impacting lives as a Lead older two’s teacher, Director of Education before stepping into leadership. As Director, Nikkie champions our core framework, combining the Funshine learning , Learning beyond paper with Social-Emotional/Core Value Focus, Faith-based learning to foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children from6 weeks to 12 years old can thrive. 

Outside of the classroom, Nikkie is a proud [resident of Rowlett Texas. where she lives with their Husband (Bailey) and their three boys (Bentley, Hudson and Lincoln). In their free time, you can find them at the lake fishing on the boat or at the ball field supporting our boys in their sports. Nikkie’s ultimate goal is to build a collaborative partnership with parents, ensuring a seamless, loving bridge between home and school.

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The Pillar Chiesa Reviews

Stacy Poole

January 14, 2026

I have 3 grandchildren that have been in this school for over 4 years ! I would love to express the quality care they receive day in and out ! They love going to daycare and look forward to it daily ! The management team and teachers are the best they are very informative and keep great communication with us parents / grandparents! This center is like family to us and you don’t get that anymore ! The director is very friendly and a sweet face to see as you walk into the center I give them 10 stars

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Maya Barnes

January 13, 2026

As a young parent with my first child, trusting someone else with your baby is one of the hardest and most emotional decisions you can make. My daughter just turned 3 and has been enrolled at The Pillars Christian Learning Center since September, and the change in her has been truly life-changing for both of us. Before coming to The Pillars, she spent almost a year at another daycare where there was very little growth. Over time, I watched my happy little girl become more aggressive, very moody, and honestly not herself anymore. I knew something wasn’t right, and when nothing was being done to help her, I made the difficult decision to leave and find better for her. Finding The Pillars was the best decision I could have made. Since starting here, my daughter has completely blossomed. Her speech has improved tremendously—she’s expressing herself more clearly and confidently. Her social skills have grown so much; she’s kinder, more patient, and more comfortable interacting with others. Even her manners and emotional regulation have improved in ways I didn’t think were possible in such a short amount of time. Most importantly, she’s happy again. She’s excited to go to school, excited to see her teachers, and excited to learn. Her teacher is one of the most caring, compassionate, and wonderful women I have ever met, and that care extends to every single member of the staff. From teachers to administration, this center truly feels like a family. From day one, we were welcomed with open arms and genuine love—not just as another enrollment, but as people who matter. The administrative staff has been absolutely incredible: supportive, communicative, and deeply invested in my daughter’s well-being. The communication is top-tier, my daughter is always greeted with warmth and smiles, and I have complete peace of mind knowing she is loved, safe, and cared for every single day. I am endlessly grateful to The Pillars Christian Learning Center for not only helping my daughter grow and thrive, but for making our lives fuller with the love, patience, and dedication they pour into what they do. I truly cannot express how thankful I am to have found this place—for my daughter and for myself.

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Seb

January 13, 2026

My daughter has now been enrolled at Pillars for 4 months and it has been AMAZING. The daycare she was at prior showed very little coordination and care for growth of the students but it shows everyday how much everyone here at Pillars cares about those. Her communication has improved tremendously, her pronunciation has gotten better, her people and playing skills with the other students and teachers has grown so so much. I could not be more thankful for the staff and environment that the pillars offers.

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Carly

January 13, 2026

My kids (4, 8, and 10) have been going here since my oldest was a baby. I love nikkie and the office staff. My son has meltdowns and they can calm him like no other. They go above and beyond to make sure the kids always have fun activities and events the parents are invited to.

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Ami Urieta

August 23, 2024

My son is back at Whistle Stop after moving out of the area temporarily. I can’t say enough good things about the staff and facility. Michelle, Ashley and Nikkie are wonderful, and my little one loves seeing them everyday. Melanie was amazing as well when my son had her. Many of the teachers have been there for a few years or more. We love the Christian based curriculum, and I never hear any complaints from my kiddo. He always tells me about how much he loves doing his art and letters at school. The inside jungle gym area is greatly appreciated so that the kiddos can still get so much energy out when weather doesn’t allow them to go outside to play. Can’t recommend Whistle Stop enough!

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