The Leader in Early Education and Care®
Hours & Location
M-F 6:30 am-6:00 pmAccreditation
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Early Education and Care in Cincinnati, OH
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
Ruthann Peace Brown, Shannon M. Reeves, Ed.D., Candy Peace
Meet Our Ownership Team
Candy Peace
Candy has spent her professional career as a CPA and tax consultant, helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals achieve their financial and business goals. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, a Master’s Degree in Finance, and a Law Degree. Candy spent 33 years as a Partner at Clark Schaefer Hackett & Company, where she managed one of the firm’s largest client portfolios. Today, she continues to serve in a consulting role. In her spare time, Candy enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Ruthann Peace Brown
Ruthann has dedicated her professional life to education, leadership, and business ownership. She holds a Master’s Degree in Curriculum Development and Implementation and has spent her career supporting children, families, educators, and organizations through strong educational practices and thoughtful leadership. Since 2015, she has served as a multi-unit franchise owner with Primrose Schools. Ruthann is also the owner of RPB Consulting and a published author. In her spare time, she enjoys writing and exploring cultures from around the world.
Shannon Reeves
Shannon began her Primrose journey in 2015 as the Curriculum Director at the Primrose School of Symmes. After serving as School Director and Area Director, she now serves as Executive Director of Operations, supporting the Primrose Schools of Mason, South Lebanon, Symmes, and Cincinnati East. She is excited to continue her Primrose journey as an owner.
Shannon earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from Miami University, her Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from Xavier University, and her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Northern Kentucky University. After spending 10 years as a high school English teacher, she discovered her passion for educational leadership and helping schools, teachers, and children thrive.
Our Commitment
Together, our ownership team brings decades of experience in education, finance, business leadership, and school operations. United by a shared passion for serving children, families, and educators, we are committed to creating schools where everyone can thrive. Through educational excellence, sound business stewardship, and values-driven leadership, we strive to provide safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments that foster a lifelong love of learning and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.
Ruthann Peace Brown, Shannon M. Reeves, Ed.D., Candy Peace
Meet Our Ownership Team
Candy Peace
Candy has spent her professional career as a CPA and tax consultant, helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals achieve their financial and business goals. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, a Master’s Degree in Finance, and a Law Degree. Candy spent 33 years as a Partner at Clark Schaefer Hackett & Company, where she managed one of the firm’s largest client portfolios. Today, she continues to serve in a consulting role. In her spare time, Candy enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Ruthann Peace Brown
Ruthann has dedicated her professional life to education, leadership, and business ownership. She holds a Master’s Degree in Curriculum Development and Implementation and has spent her career supporting children, families, educators, and organizations through strong educational practices and thoughtful leadership. Since 2015, she has served as a multi-unit franchise owner with Primrose Schools. Ruthann is also the owner of RPB Consulting and a published author. In her spare time, she enjoys writing and exploring cultures from around the world.
Shannon Reeves
Shannon began her Primrose journey in 2015 as the Curriculum Director at the Primrose School of Symmes. After serving as School Director and Area Director, she now serves as Executive Director of Operations, supporting the Primrose Schools of Mason, South Lebanon, Symmes, and Cincinnati East. She is excited to continue her Primrose journey as an owner.
Shannon earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from Miami University, her Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from Xavier University, and her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Northern Kentucky University. After spending 10 years as a high school English teacher, she discovered her passion for educational leadership and helping schools, teachers, and children thrive.
Our Commitment
Together, our ownership team brings decades of experience in education, finance, business leadership, and school operations. United by a shared passion for serving children, families, and educators, we are committed to creating schools where everyone can thrive. Through educational excellence, sound business stewardship, and values-driven leadership, we strive to provide safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments that foster a lifelong love of learning and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.
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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-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
