Private Preschools in Minneapolis, MN

Private Preschools in Minneapolis, MN

The Leader in Early Education and Care®, Primrose is a national family of accredited early education schools serving Preschool families across the Twin Cities with a purposeful, balanced approach that nurtures Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.
Personalized Preschool Programs in Minneapolis
Personalized Preschool Programs in Minneapolis

Personalized Preschool Programs in Minneapolis

Primrose Preschool classrooms across the Twin Cities give 3-year-olds room to ask more questions, test new ideas and form new friendships. Teachers weave purposeful play throughout the day, so Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts® develop alongside math and literacy skills that come naturally.

Teachers watch closely how each child works through a challenge, adjusting daily activities to fit their interests and pace as they take on more independent learning.

See What Families in Minneapolis Are Saying

I have absolutely loved this school since we started our girls there three years ago. My two daughters have both been at Primrose School of Eden Prairie since my oldest was 9 months old and my youngest since she was 4 months old. Before moving to Eden Prairie, we had been at another daycare in Rhode Island. I was so shocked at the contrast of Primrose with our previous experience with daycare. This is a true school, never a daycare center. Both my girls have had structured learning and genuinely are cared for by all teachers and staff. Many of the teachers who taught my 3 1/2 year-old as a baby then taught my youngest and there is something amazing about feeling like the teachers and staff know and care about our family. My girls have loved all their teachers, have made really special friends, and look forward to being dropped off at school each day. Primrose school will always have a special place in our hearts!!!

Emily

Primrose School of Eden Prairie Parent

Primrose was the first and only school I visited, and I immediately knew it was the right place for my child. I was truly impressed by the cleanliness, the warm and caring environment, and the professionalism of all the teachers here. I would especially like to thank the teachers. They put so much effort into helping my child feel comfortable, included, and able to successfully interact with all of the classmates. Their patience, kindness, and dedication go beyond teaching-they genuinely care about each child's emotional well-being. Because of their support, my child feels confident, happy, and excited to come to school every day.

Thi

Primrose School of St. Paul at Merriam Park Parent

Everyone at the school is lovely! I love that my grandchildren are always happy to see a teacher and run into a warm embrace. Each child is given attention, and affection. It truly warms my heart how much my grandchildren are well taken care of when I cannot always be in town. Thank you Primrose's Staff

Denniel

Primrose School of Cottage Grove Grandparent

Everything is on point, great customer service, school is clean, teachers go above and beyond, every staff is welcoming. Great school to bring your child and have the peace of mind that they are safe.

Irene

Primrose School of Cottage Grove Parent

Primrose is a devoted and caring facility that treats their families with the upmost respect and courtesy. The focus they have on when starting a child's education from infant is the most important aspect for a child's development. I would recommend Primrose to everyone!

Whitney

Primrose School of Woodbury Parent

FAQs about Preschool at Primrose Schools in Minneapolis

With more than 20 Primrose schools across the Twin Cities, a Preschool classroom is within reach almost anywhere you live, from the urban core at Merriam Park to the western suburbs of St. Louis Park, Edina and Minnetonka, and out through Maple Grove, Woodbury and Eagan.

Use the map on this page to find the Primrose school closest to you.

Primrose welcomes 3-year-olds into the Preschool classroom in Minneapolis, the bridge between Toddler and Pre-Kindergarten. Their teacher already knows their personality and learning style well before Preschool begins, since most children stay with the same Primrose school as they grow.

Primrose Preschool classrooms build on Balanced Learning®, a time-tested approach exclusively developed for our schools. Teachers weave STEAM experiences and early literacy practice like Primrose Friends Handwriting directly into purposeful play, so academics and play happen together throughout the day.

Your child builds confidence to explore, ask questions and try new things as part of that everyday rhythm.


Your child's Preschool classroom in Minneapolis is built around three pillars: Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.

  • Active Minds covers Language and Literacy, Mathematics, Science, Engineering and Technology, and Social Studies, building critical-thinking skills as your preschooler makes sense of an expanding world.
  • Healthy Bodies covers Thumbs Up!: Physical Development and Health and Balanced Menus: Nutrition, helping your preschooler build strength, coordination and habits that support a growing body.
  • Happy Hearts covers the Happy Hearts Character Development Program® & Life Skills, Harmony & Heart®: Music, Movement and Literature, and Primrose Early Art Masters®: Creative Arts and Expression, nurturing character and creativity through books, music and hands-on activities.

Teachers bring all three pillars into daily play and routine, so your child builds everyday skills while embracing the joy of childhood.

Contact the Primrose school of your choice to start the Preschool enrollment process. A director will confirm your child's age eligibility, show you the classroom and answer any school-specific questions before you commit.

Most Primrose schools maintain their own waitlist, so ask to join it directly if your first choice doesn't have an opening.

With more than 20 schools across the Twin Cities, a nearby location may have space sooner, so it's worth asking about availability at neighboring schools too.

Yes. Enrollment for Preschool at Primrose in Minneapolis runs year-round, including mid-year and summer starts, not tied to a single date each fall. A spot can become available at any point, so your child can join a classroom without waiting for the next school year.

Tuition for Preschool is set independently by each Primrose school, so cost can vary by age, program and specific location.

The most accurate way to get pricing for your family is to contact the Primrose school nearest you directly.

Yes, Preschool tuition at Primrose in Minneapolis covers lunch and snacks every day, and many schools include breakfast too. Teachers use mealtime to build independence, encouraging preschoolers to serve themselves and try new foods along the way.

Exact meal offerings and schedules can vary by location, since each Primrose school is independently owned and operated.

Preschool classrooms at Primrose keep the number of children per teacher intentionally small, so your child gets plenty of one-on-one attention. Ratios can differ slightly from school to school, since each Primrose location is independently owned and operated. Your local director can confirm the exact number for the Preschool classroom.

Yes. Every teacher leading a Preschool classroom at Primrose in Minneapolis completes a background check along with CPR and First Aid certification before working with children.

This standard holds true from Merriam Park to Maple Grove and every Primrose school in between, so families can count on the same level of care no matter which school they choose.

Every Primrose Preschool classroom in Minneapolis keeps safety part of the daily rhythm, with secure entry systems, background-checked teachers and low teacher-to-child ratios that keep every 3-year-old within easy reach.

Teachers guide children through regular handwashing, and we disinfect high-touch toys throughout the day. They're trained to recognize common signs of illness, and classroom signage reinforces the reminder.

Teachers run regular fire and safety drills, giving preschoolers practice with these routines in a calm, age-appropriate way, and follow clear health protocols throughout the day.

Yes, most Primrose schools in the Twin Cities have their own outdoor play space designed for Preschool-age children, featuring facilities such as climbing structures, balance elements and slides scaled for 3- and 4-year-olds.

Many schools build in seasonal flexibility so outdoor play can continue through Minnesota's cold winters, along with sensory features like sandboxes for hands-on exploration. Exact outdoor features vary by location, since each Primrose school is independently owned and operated.

Visit the school page or schedule a tour to explore their outdoor space.

Your child carries the STEAM experiences and early literacy practice they build in Preschool directly into Pre-Kindergarten, so the transition feels like a natural next step rather than a fresh start. Teachers will track your child's progress throughout the Preschool year, giving your child's future Pre-Kindergarten teacher a head start on understanding their strengths.

Primrose schools are committed to regular and close communication with parents. We use a specialized app where your Preschool teacher shares real-time updates throughout the day, including photos, activities, even small wins like a new word or a finished art project.

You can message the teacher directly through the app during school hours, as well as catch up in person at drop-off and pickup.
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*Study was conducted on a representative sample of Primrose Pre-Kindergarten students across twelve Primrose schools in nine states in the Spring of 2024. The Bracken School Readiness Assessment 4th Edition assesses children’s school readiness in terms of their understanding of concepts that are strongly related to early childhood cognitive and language development as well as early academic achievement.

**Based upon recent assessments of approximately 3,900 Primrose students aged 4 screened using the Ages & Stages Questionnaires®, Third Edition during the 2024-2025 school year. Ages & Stages Questionnaires® and ASQ® are registered trademarks of Paul H Brookes Publishing Co, Inc.