Early Morning
Circle TimeEach day begins with a warm welcome as children gather to build a strong sense of community and belonging.
Private Daycare & Educational Child Care in Charlotte, NC
The Leader in Early Education and Care®, Primrose schools serve Charlotte-area families with a purposeful, balanced approach that nurtures Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.
From Charlotte and Lake Norman to Concord, Matthews, Waxhaw and Fort Mill, find a Primrose school near you.
Find Primrose Schools in Charlotte, NC
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Early Childhood Education and Preschool
More than a daycare, Primrose schools in the Charlotte area provide early education and child care year-round, with full- and part-time options for children from 6 weeks old through Kindergarten entry.
Families in Weddington, Indian Land, Matthews and Mooresville can find a Primrose school close to home or work, with low teacher-to-child ratios that give teachers time to know each child.
Explore Our Classrooms & Programs in Charlotte
Every Primrose classroom in the Charlotte area uses the Balanced Learning® approach, bringing early learning together with kindness, friendship and emotional growth through purposeful play and nurturing guidance.
Infant
6 weeks to 12 months
Toddler
1 to 2 years
Pre-Kindergarten
4 years
Kindergarten
5 years
Kindergarten
5 years
A Day in The Life at Primrose
Mid-Morning
Noggin Joggin’Through thought-provoking discussions, children are encouraged to wonder, predict and think critically.
Late Morning
Harmony & HeartChildren discover the joy of music, melody and self-expression as they sing, dance and play instruments.
Early Afternoon
Small GroupTeachers build meaningful relationships while offering individualized support, encouragement and challenges.
Early Afternoon
Wonder TimesWonder students explore concepts through hands-on investigations, thoughtful conversations, songs and more.
Mid-Afternoon
Small Group LiteracyVenture students find their voice and express their ideas through drawing, writing, storytelling and bookmaking.
Late-Afternoon
Thumbs Up!Children build coordination, balance and body awareness while practicing teamwork and healthy habits.
Late-Afternoon
Reflections of the DayChildren come together to celebrate their learning, share discoveries and reflect on the day’s experiences.
See What Families in Charlotte Are Saying
After trying another preschool program it was obvious that nothing compares to the staff, facility and program that Primrose has to offer. Each teacher has become a friend, the administration is more like family. I cant say enough great things about this school and all it has to offer.
Tricia
Primrose School of Cornelius Parent
Primrose is a great fit for our family. Our daughter loves her school. All teachers are welcoming and excited to work with our daughter.
John M.
Primrose School at Afton Village Parent
FAQs about Primrose Schools in Charlotte
Primrose has 10+ schools across the Charlotte area, with city schools at Eastfield Village in north Charlotte, South Charlotte along Lancaster Highway and southwest Charlotte, plus Lake Norman schools in Huntersville, Cornelius and Mooresville.
Suburban schools serve Concord, Matthews and Waxhaw, and Primrose School of Fort Mill serves families across the South Carolina line.
Use the map featured on this page to explore Primrose locations in Charlotte and find a school near you.
Suburban schools serve Concord, Matthews and Waxhaw, and Primrose School of Fort Mill serves families across the South Carolina line.
Use the map featured on this page to explore Primrose locations in Charlotte and find a school near you.
Primrose serves children from 6 weeks old through Kindergarten entry at its Charlotte-area schools, and most offer six or more classroom programs. Select schools go further, with Kindergarten at Primrose School at Eastfield Village and Transitional Kindergarten at Primrose School of Waxhaw.
Some schools, including Primrose School of Fort Mill and Primrose School of South Charlotte, also offer after school care for children in elementary school, so one Primrose school can grow with your family as your child does.
Some schools, including Primrose School of Fort Mill and Primrose School of South Charlotte, also offer after school care for children in elementary school, so one Primrose school can grow with your family as your child does.
Primrose schools in the Charlotte area are built around Balanced Learning®, an approach created exclusively for Primrose and refined over more than 40 years. It pairs purposeful play with nurturing guidance to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion.
Enrichment Programs like Drama with Og®, Coding with Megy® and Little Magicians with Ally℠ are included in tuition at the schools that offer them, including Primrose School of Waxhaw. Children share what they learn with their families through an original play, a coding showcase or a magic show.
School readiness starts as early as the Infant classroom, and 97% of Primrose Pre-Kindergarten students demonstrated kindergarten-readiness benchmarks in an independent assessment.
Most Primrose schools in the Charlotte area hold Cognia® accreditation, including Primrose School of Waxhaw and Primrose School of Fort Mill.
Enrichment Programs like Drama with Og®, Coding with Megy® and Little Magicians with Ally℠ are included in tuition at the schools that offer them, including Primrose School of Waxhaw. Children share what they learn with their families through an original play, a coding showcase or a magic show.
School readiness starts as early as the Infant classroom, and 97% of Primrose Pre-Kindergarten students demonstrated kindergarten-readiness benchmarks in an independent assessment.
Most Primrose schools in the Charlotte area hold Cognia® accreditation, including Primrose School of Waxhaw and Primrose School of Fort Mill.
Enrollment begins with a call to the school you are considering. The director will take you through the school, explain which classroom fits your child's age and answer any questions before you decide.
If your first-choice school is full, ask the director to add your family to its waitlist.
Primrose has 10+ schools across the Charlotte area, so a neighboring school may have space sooner. Their directors can tell you about availability while you wait.
Primrose has 10+ schools across the Charlotte area, so a neighboring school may have space sooner. Their directors can tell you about availability while you wait.
Yes, Primrose schools in the Charlotte area welcome children at any point in the year, so your child can start mid-year or over the summer. As soon as a classroom space becomes available, your child can join, with no need to wait for the next school year.
Tuition depends on the school, your child's age and the program, since each Primrose school in the Charlotte area is independently owned and operated and sets its own rates.
For current pricing, contact the school nearest you. The director can also explain what tuition covers, from lunch and snacks to Enrichment Programs at schools that offer them.
For current pricing, contact the school nearest you. The director can also explain what tuition covers, from lunch and snacks to Enrichment Programs at schools that offer them.
Yes, nutritious lunch and snacks are included in tuition at Primrose schools in the Charlotte area, and Primrose School of Waxhaw also serves breakfast.
All meals prepared at Primrose follow Balanced Menus® built around protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Dietary accommodations vary by school because each Primrose school is independently owned and operated, and your local director can answer questions about a specific school.
All meals prepared at Primrose follow Balanced Menus® built around protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Dietary accommodations vary by school because each Primrose school is independently owned and operated, and your local director can answer questions about a specific school.
Your child will explore letters, numbers and science through the Balanced Learning® approach. Along the way, they will make friends, practice kindness and enjoy plenty of time for music, art and play.
Teachers fold these lessons into play and everyday routines, which will help your child grow in confidence and embrace the joy of childhood. Og's Reading Bag™ brings reading practice home to families from the Toddler classroom, and Molly's Math Bag™ brings math practice home from the Early Preschool classroom.
Teachers fold these lessons into play and everyday routines, which will help your child grow in confidence and embrace the joy of childhood. Og's Reading Bag™ brings reading practice home to families from the Toddler classroom, and Molly's Math Bag™ brings math practice home from the Early Preschool classroom.
Children in Primrose Pre-Kindergarten classrooms across the Charlotte area, and in Kindergarten at select schools, build on the Balanced Learning® foundation they've grown up with, using STEAM experiences, hands-on Project Time and Primrose Friends Handwriting practice.
These experiences sharpen the early reading, math and problem-solving skills elementary schools in North Carolina and South Carolina expect from day one.
Classroom routines like following directions and working alongside classmates get just as much attention, so the first day of elementary school feels familiar.
Balanced Assessment tracks each child's progress through developmental screening and ongoing Evidence of Learning portfolios.
These experiences sharpen the early reading, math and problem-solving skills elementary schools in North Carolina and South Carolina expect from day one.
Classroom routines like following directions and working alongside classmates get just as much attention, so the first day of elementary school feels familiar.
Balanced Assessment tracks each child's progress through developmental screening and ongoing Evidence of Learning portfolios.
Yes, teachers complete a background check and earn CPR and First Aid certification before they lead a classroom at any Primrose school in the Charlotte area.
Families from Huntersville to Fort Mill can expect the same standard of care.
Families from Huntersville to Fort Mill can expect the same standard of care.
Every Primrose school in the Charlotte area pairs secure entry systems with background-checked staff and low teacher-to-child ratios, keeping a teacher within easy reach of every child.
Teachers follow safe sleep practices for every nap, run regular safety drills and keep clear health protocols in place all day.
We guide children through handwashing during the day and regularly disinfect the toys they touch most. Teachers learn to recognize common signs of illness early, and each classroom posts a reminder sign.
In our Infant classroom, babies sleep on freshly washed crib sheets every day. Older children each have their own cot and blanket, which we wash weekly.
Teachers follow safe sleep practices for every nap, run regular safety drills and keep clear health protocols in place all day.
We guide children through handwashing during the day and regularly disinfect the toys they touch most. Teachers learn to recognize common signs of illness early, and each classroom posts a reminder sign.
In our Infant classroom, babies sleep on freshly washed crib sheets every day. Older children each have their own cot and blanket, which we wash weekly.
Primrose classrooms in the Charlotte area keep teacher-to-child ratios low so teachers can notice each child's strengths, favorite activities and small milestones.
Ratios vary by school and classroom since each Primrose school is independently owned and operated, so your local director can share the exact numbers for your child's age group.
Ratios vary by school and classroom since each Primrose school is independently owned and operated, so your local director can share the exact numbers for your child's age group.
Yes, some Primrose schools in the Charlotte area have dedicated outdoor play space for running, climbing and exploring, including Primrose School of Waxhaw and Primrose School of Fort Mill.
Outdoor features vary by school, since each Primrose school is independently owned and operated.
Outdoor features vary by school, since each Primrose school is independently owned and operated.
Primrose is dedicated to close communication with parents throughout the day.
In a dedicated app, parents will see each day's photos, meals, naps and milestones and can send the teacher a message during school hours.
Drop-off and pickup are also opportunities to connect with the teacher directly and learn more about your child's day and growth.
In a dedicated app, parents will see each day's photos, meals, naps and milestones and can send the teacher a message during school hours.
Drop-off and pickup are also opportunities to connect with the teacher directly and learn more about your child's day and growth.