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Circle TimeEach day begins with a warm welcome as children gather to build a strong sense of community and belonging.
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Serving Central Contra Costa Families
Primrose School of Walnut Creek East welcomes children from 6 weeks through Transitional Kindergarten, Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Our Balanced Learning® curriculum blends teacher-guided lessons with purposeful play, so every day builds both academic skills and confidence. Located on Oak Grove Road, we're proud to bring the Primrose experience to the Walnut Creek community. Schedule a tour to see our classrooms firsthand.
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.
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.
Franchise Owner
Nick and Samina Kurji
Franchise Owners Nick and Samina Kurji were introduced to Primrose® through a family friend in Dallas. During a vacation in California, they recognized a need for premium early education options in the Bay Area. Impressed by the quality of education Primrose provides, the Kurjis were thrilled with the opportunity to bring the first Primrose school to the Tri-Valley community and the state of California. Their deep passion for education and desire to extend the Primrose experience to more families motivated their move from Dallas to Pleasanton.
Primrose School of Walnut Creek marks the third of many schools the Kurji’s plan to open in California. “As parents, we understand the importance of instilling a love of learning during a child’s early years, and we believe this is essential to building a new generation of bright citizens,” Nick shared, “Our teachers are the heart of our schools, and we wouldn’t be able to make the impact we do without them.”
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Learning Geography in the Venture Program!
Children in our Venture Program explore maps and geography during a hands-on group lesson. Gathered on the classroom rug, students work together with their teacher to locate different states on a large United States map. Through discussion, observation, and participation, the children build early geography skills, learn about places across the country, and practice collaboration while sharing ideas with their classmates. 🗺️📍
Exploring Shadows
So much fun in our Infant classroom! 🌅✨ As the sun begins to set, our babies discover shadows—exploring how they’re made and delighting in the fun shapes they create. Little moments of wonder like these make our days so special!
Exploring our class using a map!
Our toddlers are learning about geography by exploring maps and finding different locations! While playing and pulling a toy nearby, they practice navigating their environment using visual cues, building early spatial awareness, problem-solving skills, and confidence through hands-on discovery.
Learning concepts through the Wonder Program
In our Wonder Program, learning begins through play! 👶✨ Our infants and toddlers explore how objects relate to one another by stacking, matching, nesting, and building in creative ways. During this hands-on lesson, children discover important early math and science concepts by visually comparing short vs. tall, heavy vs. light, and big vs. small—all with the guidance of caring teachers who turn everyday moments into meaningful learning experiences. 🧱🌈
STEM in the Venture Program (2/2)
The Venture Program is busy creating little chemists! 🧪✨ Our curious students put on their safety goggles and gloves and jumped into a fun science experiment, mixing sugar and baking powder with vinegar to see what would happen. Using test tubes, droppers, and magnifying glasses, they observed, explored, and discovered like real STEM scientists!
With teachers guiding the fun through playful, open-ended questions—What do you think will happen? And did the sugar react the same way as the baking powder? Our students stretched their thinking, made exciting observations, and built a love for science through hands-on learning and discovery. 
STEM in the Venture Program (2/2)
Fire safety
Practicing safety can be an adventure! 🚒✨ During our fire drill, our little learners showed how responsible and ready they are by walking calmly together while holding onto the safety rope. With helping hands, listening ears, and big smiles, they followed directions and worked as a team to stay safe. We’re so proud of how seriously they take safety—way to go, future safety superstars! 🌟🧯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 7:00 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
What is the difference between Primrose's Transitional Kindergarten and California's public TK program?
Primrose’s TK is a private program for children who miss the kindergarten age cutoff or need more time before starting kindergarten. California’s public TK is different: it’s a free grade offered through public schools, available to any child who turns 4 by September 1, with no income limit. Families are usually weighing a free public option against a private program with different hours, group sizes, and curriculum.
Who owns and operates Primrose Walnut Creek East?
Primrose Walnut Creek East is owned and operated by Nick and Samina Kurji, who also own Primrose Pleasanton. They were introduced to Primrose through a family friend in Dallas and relocated to bring premium early education to the East Bay, opening this as their third California school.
What security and safety measures are in place at drop-off and pick-up?
Primrose Walnut Creek East follows the brand’s standard health and safety protocols, including a Safe School Plan posted in every classroom and staff trained in CPR and first aid.
Does Primrose Walnut Creek East offer After School care?
Yes. Primrose Walnut Creek East’s Explorer program serves children ages up to 5 years old, with activities for aspiring actors, tech enthusiasts, athletes, authors, and performers.
What enrichment programs are included at Primrose Walnut Creek East?
Enrichment includes the Venture Program, which explores geography and hands-on STEM experiments, the Wonder Program for infants and toddlers focused on early math and science concepts, and chess activities featured through the school’s Percy character.
Is Primrose Walnut Creek East hiring?
Yes. Primrose Walnut Creek East is hiring teachers and staff. Current openings are listed on the school’s careers page.
Does Primrose Walnut Creek East serve nearby communities like Concord, Lafayette, or Pleasant Hill?
Primrose Walnut Creek East is located on Oak Grove Road, near Valle Verde Elementary and Walnut Acres Elementary. Families from Concord, Lafayette, and Pleasant Hill find it a convenient drive.
Is Primrose a Montessori school? What's the difference?
No. Primrose Walnut Creek East is not a Montessori school. It uses Balanced Learning, a curriculum developed exclusively for Primrose Schools that blends teacher-guided lessons with child-initiated play. Montessori programs typically use mixed-age classrooms with self-paced, hands-on work.
How much does tuition cost at Primrose Walnut Creek East?
Pricing isn’t published on the school’s website. Contact Primrose Walnut Creek East directly at (925) 277-3444 for current tuition rates.
What age range and classrooms does Primrose Walnut Creek East offer?
Primrose Walnut Creek East serves children from 6 weeks old through age 5, across Infant, Toddler, Early Preschool, Preschool Pathways, Preschool, Transitional Kindergarten, and After School classrooms.
