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Early Education and Care in Algonquin, IL
Every Moment Matters
- The components of our Balanced Learning® approach are intentionally aligned to create developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
- Your child will stay engaged all day with the right balance of child-initiated and teacher-guided learning experiences.
- Our students learn the foundational skills to develop Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts® that will forge a path to a brighter future.
Franchise Owners
Soha and Ali Gowani
Welcome to Primrose Schools!
We are Ali and Soha Gowani, and we are thrilled to announce that we are the proud owners of Primrose School of Algonquin. For the past three years, we have also owned and operated the Primrose School of South Elgin. As parents to two wonderful children, Lia and Noah, we understand the importance of finding a safe and educational environment that provides exceptional care. We are honored and excited to share this outstanding school with the Algonquin community.
My professional background is in nursing, where I have served as a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for 20 years. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Elmhurst College and a Master of Science in Nursing from Northern Illinois University, specializing in family practice. My experience includes ICU, orthopedics, primary care and interventional pain medicine, as well as teaching as an adjunct faculty member at both Rasmussen and DePaul University.
My husband, Ali, brings over 20 years of experience in executive leadership roles across technology, operations, and engineering. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from DePaul University and a Master of Science in Communications from Northwestern University. His expertise is further supported by certifications such as Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and Project Management Professional.
We firmly believe that it takes a village to raise a child, and Primrose serves as that village for families. Our Balanced Learning® approach integrates purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to foster curiosity, creativity, confidence, and compassion. We are committed to providing more than just a curriculum; we aim to deliver a life-changing early learning experience for every child and their family.
We look forward to meeting you and your family!
Soha and Ali Gowani
Welcome to Primrose Schools!
We are Ali and Soha Gowani, and we are thrilled to announce that we are the proud owners of Primrose School of Algonquin. For the past three years, we have also owned and operated the Primrose School of South Elgin. As parents to two wonderful children, Lia and Noah, we understand the importance of finding a safe and educational environment that provides exceptional care. We are honored and excited to share this outstanding school with the Algonquin community.
My professional background is in nursing, where I have served as a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for 20 years. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Elmhurst College and a Master of Science in Nursing from Northern Illinois University, specializing in family practice. My experience includes ICU, orthopedics, primary care and interventional pain medicine, as well as teaching as an adjunct faculty member at both Rasmussen and DePaul University.
My husband, Ali, brings over 20 years of experience in executive leadership roles across technology, operations, and engineering. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from DePaul University and a Master of Science in Communications from Northwestern University. His expertise is further supported by certifications such as Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and Project Management Professional.
We firmly believe that it takes a village to raise a child, and Primrose serves as that village for families. Our Balanced Learning® approach integrates purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to foster curiosity, creativity, confidence, and compassion. We are committed to providing more than just a curriculum; we aim to deliver a life-changing early learning experience for every child and their family.
We look forward to meeting you and your family!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all staff members background-checked and CPR/first-aid certified?
Yes. Every Primrose staff member undergoes a thorough background check before joining our school. All staff are also CPR and first–aid certified, so you can feel confident your child is in safe, prepared hands every day.
What curriculum or educational philosophy do you follow?
Our school uses the proprietary Primrose Schools Balanced Learning® curriculum, which is research-informed and designed to nurture the whole child — intellectually, socially, emotionally and physically. We believe in balancing teacher-guided learning with purposeful play to build a strong foundation for the future.
How do you support school readiness and the transition to kindergarten?
All of our programs are designed in age-appropriate ways to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond. We focus on early literacy and numeracy as well as social-emotional skill development — so children arrive at kindergarten confident and ready to thrive. 96% of Primrose Schools Pre-K students met ASQ benchmarks for problem solving.*
What are your hours of operation?
We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 am-5:30 pm.
How do you keep parents informed about their child's day?
Connecting school to home is one of the ways we help children thrive. We use the Procare app to share daily updates and photos so you stay connected to your child’s joy, learning and special moments
