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 Minneapolis, MN
The Leader in Early Education and Care®, Primrose Schools serve families with a purposeful, balanced approach that nurtures Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.
Whether you start your search in St. Paul’s Merriam Park or out west near Eden Prairie and Minnetonka, a Primrose school is within reach.
Private Daycare & Educational Child Care in Minneapolis, MN
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Early Childhood Education and Preschool
Primrose Schools is a national family of accredited early education and care schools across the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro area, with programs for children from six weeks old through Kindergarten available year-round.
Whether your family is in Minneapolis, St. Paul or one of the many communities in between, discover premium quality early education and care close to where you live.
Explore Our Classrooms & Programs in Minneapolis
Primrose Schools across the Twin Cities use the Balanced Learning® approach in each classroom, combining academics and social-emotional growth through purposeful play and nurturing guidance.
Infant
6 weeks to 12 months
Toddler
1 to 2 years
Preschool
2 to 3 years
Pre-Kindergarten
4 years
Kindergarten
5 years
Infant
6 weeks to 12 months
Toddler
1 to 2 years
Preschool
2 to 3 years
Pre-Kindergarten
4 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 Are Saying
Our son started at Primrose in the Toddler classroom. In the short time that he has been there he has grown so much. He is already starting to potty train and he comes home with more words every day. We love Primrose because they have amazing teachers who genuinely care about our son. Primrose also has an excellent curriculum that teaches him life long skills!
Amy
Primrose School of Champlin Park Parent
All three of our kids attended Primrose spanning over 8 years. Reflecting on our time there, we completely loved the experience. The staff and owners are great, and always willing to work with families through every situation. The staff and owners have a sincere passion for the kids and the community.
Idara
Primrose School of The Lakes at Blaine Parent
When other families ask me why we chose Primrose School of Savage for both our girls, it is rather simple. Primrose is a standout leader in the industry. To see our children want to be in the classroom is an amazing feeling. Taking our daughter to Primrose, watching her run to her teacher with excitement, parents comforted to know she has an amazing teacher ……..Priceless!
Lynn E.
Primrose School of Prior Lake and Savage Parent
Frequently Asked Questions
Primrose has more than 20 schools across the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro area, with Merriam Park anchoring the urban core, clusters to the west around St. Louis Park, Edina and Minnetonka, to the northwest around Champlin Park, Maple Grove and Brooklyn Park, north toward Blaine and Andover, east through Woodbury, Eagan and Cottage Grove, and south and southwest across Eden Prairie, Chanhassen, Lakeville and Apple Valley.
We invite you to use the map featured on this page to explore Primrose locations in the Twin Cities and find a school near you.
We invite you to use the map featured on this page to explore Primrose locations in the Twin Cities and find a school near you.
Primrose schools across the Twin Cities metro serve children from six weeks old through Kindergarten entry.
Some locations also provide before- and after-school programs for school-age children, allowing families to stay with one school from a child's first year straight through elementary school.
Some locations also provide before- and after-school programs for school-age children, allowing families to stay with one school from a child's first year straight through elementary school.
Primrose schools use a proven, exclusive approach to child care and education called Balanced Learning®. For over 40 years, this approach has been guiding children’s experience in each Primrose classroom, pairing purposeful play with hands-on enrichment in music, art appreciation, STEM and more.
Primrose teachers build toward school readiness starting in the Infant classroom, and 97% of our Pre-Kindergarten students demonstrated kindergarten-readiness benchmarks in an independent assessment as a result.
Primrose teachers build toward school readiness starting in the Infant classroom, and 97% of our Pre-Kindergarten students demonstrated kindergarten-readiness benchmarks in an independent assessment as a result.
Families enroll directly with the Primrose school they choose. Please reach out to that location to get started.
The school's director there will walk you through classroom options for your child's age and answer your questions about the program, facilities, meals, tuition and more.
The school's director there will walk you through classroom options for your child's age and answer your questions about the program, facilities, meals, tuition and more.
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.
With more than 20 schools across the Twin Cities, a nearby location may have space sooner.
Primrose schools in Minneapolis 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.
Your child can settle into a classroom the moment a spot opens.
Tuition is set independently by each Primrose school, and cost varies by age, program and specific location.
Some schools list tuition information on their page here on PrimroseSchools.com, but the director at your local school can give you the most accurate, up-to-date pricing and walk you through what's included.
Some schools list tuition information on their page here on PrimroseSchools.com, but the director at your local school can give you the most accurate, up-to-date pricing and walk you through what's included.
Every Primrose school in Minneapolis includes nutritious lunch and snacks in tuition, and some also serve breakfast, all through Balanced Menus built around protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Meal schedules and any dietary accommodations vary by school, so please check your local school's page or contact the staff directly for specifics.
Meal schedules and any dietary accommodations vary by school, so please check your local school's page or contact the staff directly for specifics.
Our exclusive approach to early education and care, Balanced Learning®, shapes what children learn at Primrose in Minneapolis, combining early literacy, math and social-emotional skills with physical development and creative expression through a research-informed curriculum.
Teachers build these lessons into daily play and routine, so children develop targeted skills while embracing the joy of childhood.
Teachers build these lessons into daily play and routine, so children develop targeted skills while embracing the joy of childhood.
Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten classrooms at Primrose schools in Minneapolis carry forward the same Balanced Learning® foundation as earlier stages, using STEAM experiences, hands-on Project Time and Primrose Friends Handwriting practice to build the literacy, number sense and problem-solving skills a Minnesota elementary classroom expects.
Minnesota's Early Learning Scholarships can also help eligible families offset costs at some licensed child care providers. Since participation and eligibility vary by school and by family circumstances, please check with your local Primrose school or the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families for current details.
Minnesota's Early Learning Scholarships can also help eligible families offset costs at some licensed child care providers. Since participation and eligibility vary by school and by family circumstances, please check with your local Primrose school or the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families for current details.
Primrose requires every teacher to pass a background check and hold CPR and First Aid certification before stepping into a classroom.
This standard applies at every school across the Twin Cities, from Merriam Park to Maple Grove, so families can expect the same level of care no matter which location they choose.
Every Primrose school in Minneapolis anchors safety in secure entry systems, background-checked staff and low teacher-to-child ratios that keep 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 guide children through frequent handwashing. They're trained to recognize common signs of illness, with signage posted in every classroom as a reminder, and schools follow clear health protocols alongside regular safety drills.
Teachers launder crib sheets daily for infants. Older children each use an individual cot and blanket, which teachers launder weekly.
Teachers disinfect high-touch toys throughout the day and guide children through frequent handwashing. They're trained to recognize common signs of illness, with signage posted in every classroom as a reminder, and schools follow clear health protocols alongside regular safety drills.
Teachers launder crib sheets daily for infants. Older children each use an individual cot and blanket, which teachers launder weekly.
Primrose keeps teacher-to-child ratios low at every stage, from Infant through Kindergarten, so teachers have real time to get to know each child.
Because each school is independently owned and operated, exact ratios can differ slightly by location and classroom. Your local director can share the specific numbers for your child's age group.
Because each school is independently owned and operated, exact ratios can differ slightly by location and classroom. Your local director can share the specific numbers for your child's age group.
Yes, Primrose schools across the Twin Cities feature large, securely fenced outdoor play yards divided by age group, with separate spaces for infants, toddlers and preschoolers that include scaled climbing equipment, soft ground surfaces and small slides.
Many schools also add paved sports areas for basketball and active games, open turf for running and team play, and Primrose Patch garden boxes where children plant flowers and vegetables. Because features vary by location, schedule a tour or ask about a virtual tour to see what a specific school offers.
Many schools also add paved sports areas for basketball and active games, open turf for running and team play, and Primrose Patch garden boxes where children plant flowers and vegetables. Because features vary by location, schedule a tour or ask about a virtual tour to see what a specific school offers.
Primrose schools maintain regular contact with parents throughout the day.
Teachers use a dedicated app to share photos, meals, naps and milestones as they happen, and the same app lets parents message the teacher directly during school hours.
Drop-off and pickup remain built-in moments for real conversation, too, so you're never relying on the app alone to know how your child's day went.
Teachers use a dedicated app to share photos, meals, naps and milestones as they happen, and the same app lets parents message the teacher directly during school hours.
Drop-off and pickup remain built-in moments for real conversation, too, so you're never relying on the app alone to know how your child's day went.