Early Education and Care in Arlington, VA

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
Hardik Patel, Rikin Parikh, and Pranav Gandhi
Welcome to Primrose School of Arlington! We are proud to bring high-quality preschool and child care to young children and families in the Arlington, VA community. We are deeply committed to promoting high-quality early education and creating a nurturing environment for young learners. Originally from India, both Heta, a dedicated dentist, and Hardik, who previously held an executive position in the IT sector, pursued their educational paths in America, cultivating a passion for early childhood development along the way. As we prepare to become parents, our search for a preschool program that offers a robust curriculum combined with a warm, supportive culture led us to Primrose. The school’s balanced approach to learning—emphasizing purposeful play and nurturing guidance from teachers, creativity and character development—resonated with our values and aspirations for our future children. Motivated by the desire to make a positive impact on our community, we are excited to bring the exceptional Primrose experience to children and families. As independent owners, we are dedicated to establishing a safe, enriching and compassionate learning environment for every child, while actively giving back to the community that has embraced us. We look forward to welcoming families and making a meaningful difference in the lives of the children we serve.
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 7:30 am-6:00 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


















