Private Daycare & Educational Child Care in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Primrose has over 65 schools across the DFW metroplex, with the largest concentrations in Fort Worth, Dallas, Frisco, Plano, McKinney and Richardson, plus a cluster of schools spread across northern and eastern suburbs like Allen, Southlake, Flower Mound and Arlington.

Use the map featured to explore Primrose locations across DFW and find a school near you.

Primrose schools across DFW serve children from six weeks old through Kindergarten entry.

Some locations also offer before- and after-school programs for school-age children, so families can stay with one school from a child's first year through elementary school.

Primrose schools deliver premium-quality early education and care using Balanced Learning®, a proven approach exclusively developed for our schools.

The Balanced Learning® approach has been shaping the Primrose experience for more than 40 years by combining purposeful play with hands-on enrichment in music, art appreciation, STEM and more.

That foundation starts in the Infant classroom, and as a result, 97% of Primrose Pre-Kindergarten students demonstrated kindergarten-readiness benchmarks in an independent assessment.

Enrollment happens directly with the Primrose school you choose, so please reach out to your chosen location to get started.

The school's director will walk you through classroom options for your child's age and answer any school-specific questions before you commit.

If your first-choice school doesn't have an immediate opening, most Primrose schools keep a waitlist you can join directly.

With over 65 locations across DFW, a nearby school may have space sooner. Ask the director about openings at neighboring schools while you wait.

Primrose schools in DFW enroll children year-round, including mid-year and over the summer, rather than tying admission to a single start date.

Your child can settle into a classroom the moment a spot opens.

Each Primrose school in DFW sets tuition independently, so cost can vary by your child's age, program and specific location.

Some schools list tuition information on their page here on PrimroseSchools.com, but your local director can give you the most accurate pricing and walk you through what's included.

Every Primrose school in DFW includes nutritious lunch and snacks in tuition, with some also serving breakfast. All meals are built around Balanced Menus featuring a variety of protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

Meal schedules and dietary accommodations vary by school. Please check your local school's page or contact the staff directly for specific menus and requirements.

The Balanced Learning® approach includes a research-informed curriculum that shapes what children learn at Primrose in DFW, covering early literacy, math and social-emotional skills alongside physical development and creative expression.

Teachers weave these lessons into daily play and routine, so your child can develop important skills while embracing the joy of childhood.

Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten classrooms at Primrose in DFW build on the same Balanced Learning® foundation as earlier stages, using STEAM experiences, hands-on Project Time and Primrose Friends Handwriting practice to strengthen the early literacy, number sense and problem-solving skills a Texas elementary classroom expects on day one.

Teachers also focus on classroom routines and social skills, like following directions and working alongside classmates, so the move into elementary school feels familiar rather than brand new.

Every Primrose teacher passes a background check and holds CPR and First Aid certification before leading a classroom.

This standard holds across DFW, whether you're touring a school in Fort Worth, Dallas or one of the northern suburbs, so families can expect the same level of care no matter which school they choose.

Secure entry systems, background-checked teachers and low teacher-to-child ratios anchor safety at every Primrose school in DFW, keeping a teacher within easy reach of every child. Safe sleep practices guide every nap in infant classrooms.

Teachers disinfect high-touch toys throughout the day and walk children through handwashing as part of the daily routine. They're trained to recognize common signs of illness, with signage posted in every classroom as a reminder, and schools hold regular safety drills alongside clear health protocols.

Teachers launder crib sheets daily for infants. Older children each use their own cot and blanket, which teachers launder weekly.

Primrose keeps teacher-to-child ratios low at every stage, from Infant through Kindergarten, giving teachers real time to know each child individually.

Each school is independently owned and operated, so exact ratios can differ slightly by location and classroom. Your local director can share the specific numbers for your child's age group.

Yes, most schools have their own outdoor play areas. Primrose schools across DFW are built with North Texas heat in mind, using engineered shade sails and covered patios to keep play areas cool for tabletop learning, sensory activities and water play even in peak summer.

Play yards combine padded turf and paved paths for riding toys, with separate age-segregated zones, including soft, low-impact spaces for infants and toddlers, and climbing towers, balance beams and slides for Preschool and Pre-K.

Many schools also include a Primrose Patch garden where children get hands-on with real-world science. Schedule a tour or ask about a virtual tour to explore your preferred school's outdoor facilities.

Primrose schools are dedicated to maintaining close contact with parents, which includes daily updates on their child’s experience.

Teachers use a dedicated app to share photos, meals, naps and milestones as they happen, and parents can message the teacher directly through the same app during school hours.

We also treat drop-off and pickup as moments for real conversation, so you can learn more about how your child's day went.