Primrose School would love to meet your family.
Schedule A TourHello, we are Ashley and Charles Gray, the proud Franchise Owners of Primrose School at Mountainside. As parents we value the importance of the high-quality, educational child care that Primrose Schools provides. The significant role education has played in our own lives has instilled in us a dedication to positively impacting children's lives in a safe and nurturing learning environment. When we discovered Primrose Schools, we knew there was an immediate need in our community and New Jersey to provide children and families the best possible early childhood education experience. We were impressed with the unmatched curriculum, teaching method and unique culture of Primrose. We quickly became avid supporters of the brand and its dedication to partnering with parents to set children up for success in school and in life. We are devoted to bringing the best possible child care experience to the Mountainside community and providing children with a solid foundation to excel in the future. We understand the importance of instilling a love of learning throughout a child's early years, and we believe this is essential to building a new generation of bright citizens. Primrose Schools is The Leader in Educational Child CareŒ¬ and we are committed to delivering the best possible experience when it comes to your child's education. We look forward to meeting you!
We aren't just a daycare in Mountainside, we are a premier early education and child care experience for children and families. We are conveniently located, just minutes down the road from Echo Lake Park and across the street from the Urgent Care Center at Summit Medical Group on Springfield Avenue.
Infant, Toddler, Early preschool, Preschool, Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, After school
Beechwood Elementary School and Walton Elementary School
To better meet the individual needs of every child, we’re proud to implement Ages & Stages Questionnaires® (ASQ®-3 and ASQ®:SE-2) in Primrose schools across the country.
At Primrose Schools® Summer Adventure Club, learning meets fun through hands-on activities—like sports, robotics, and more—that encourage creativity, compassion and resourcefulness.
Our new exclusive Harmony & Heart® program integrates our proprietary music and books in a variety of thoughtful ways each day. Through learning about music, while simultaneously being exposed to concepts in math, language, and character development, your child will grow as a musician, a student, and a person.
The Primrose School of Mountainside is an AdvancED Accredited School. AdvancED is a National Accreditation. AdvancED believes: The Future for childhood learning is Now. They believe: Educational systems must provide a rigorous and robust quality education to every learner, from all walks of life, in order to prepare them to succeed in a constantly-evolving and diverse world. Our advocacy work builds on a commitment to unleashing the potential in all learners by driving education improvement through innovative and continuous improvement practices. We are very proud to be an AdvancED Accreditted school!
Each Primrose school is held to high standards of safety and cleanliness while maintaining a caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
Primrose School was ranked #1 in Early Childhood Education.
There’s no question that parents want their preschoolers to grasp the basics of colors, numbers and letters to foster a lifetime of learning.
How to help your child Skyrocket!!!
It might seem odd to think about your preschooler exploring data analysis and algebra.
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It's a fact: children learn better when they are engaged. That's why purposeful play and nurturing guidance from teachers are key components of Balanced Learning. See how this time-tested approach with a strong emphasis on life skills and character development can help your child develop and excel.
Making a promise means keeping your word. We promise to be good listeners, hard workers and kind friends.
"Have an indoor “campout” with your child by building a fort made with blankets, furniture and pillows! Ask your preschooler what the class learned about the great outdoors this week."
Science meets art in this simple experiment."
We are dedicated to helping your little one grow into a caring, compassionate person. Here are a few tips to help nurture kindness at home!
Imagination is blasting off in 3...2...1! Launch your child’s creativity and encourage them to think outside of the cardboard box.
As our students learn about transportation, practicing how to sign vehicles like “airplane” helps them describe the bustling world around them.
"You can always count on a cardboard box to keep your child entertained for hours. Let them explore their creativity as they fold, cut, or paint it into something completely new! "
Our transportation lesson really takes flight with paper airplanes! They’re easy to fold, fun to fly and full of benefits like fine motor development and hand-eye coordination.
Your child will be fascinated to learn about different liquid densities with this easy and eye-catching DIY lava lamp.
“The Little Red Hen” is a timeless tale that helps our students learn about fairness.
Technology can be a tool for your child to create, connect and learn. Learn how much screen time is healthy with these new guidelines from the @AmerAcadPeds. http://bit.ly/2ht1H9A
Sometimes the box is better than the present!
"For a healthy holiday dessert that’s simply delicious, try this 2-ingredient cherry “sherbet” with no sugar added.
Learning how to sign “cold” helps our infants and toddlers stay safe and warm throughout the chilly winter season.