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- 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
Bill Smith, Kristy Smith, Jana Thurman and Randy Thurman
We are Bill and Kristy Smith and Primrose School at Walsh is our third school. We have owned and operated the Primrose School of Columbus Trail and the Primrose School of Fort Worth at Mira Vista, accredited private preschools, since 2007, providing premier educational childcare experience. Even though we have owned schools for nearly twenty years and we have brought many years of experience in the business world, it has been our children who have taught us the most important lessons. When we first began, we had a choice to make when deciding whether to purchase a preschool or a daycare, just as you do when choosing childcare. We chose Primrose in 2007 because Primrose Schools offers more than a daycare experience, and we continue to invest in Primrose by building and operating Primrose School at Walsh.
Our goal is to ensure that children in Walsh, Fort Worth, and Aledo are loved and cared for in an environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning. Primrose School At Walsh provides an atmosphere where children can grow their Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.
Jana Thurman started at a Primrose School in Texas in 2003. Jana quickly fell in love with Primrose. When it came time to take the next step in her career, Jana knew Primrose Schools was the right choice because the Primrose curriculum represents the best for young students, and the culture matched her values and leadership beliefs. Jana began as a Pre-Kindergarten teacher and quickly advanced to Curriculum Director, then as the School Director, and continued to grow with Primrose. Her journey has given her experience as a teacher, curriculum director, school director, and area director. This ultimately led her to join Bill and Kristy Smith as a Franchise Owner in September 2025.
Jana has been married to her husband, Randy, for 34 years. Randy is also a Primrose advocate as well as a business owner. Jana and Randy have a wonderful family of 2 children and five grandchildren.
Teaching and mentoring to give back to their community and church are a priority for Randy and Jana.
In 2025, Jana was honored to partner with Bill and Kristy Smith. As their former Executive Area Director, she witnessed firsthand the exemplary approach to Primrose’s outstanding education, the accredited curriculum, and character development program that their schools implement daily.
Together, the ownership team has 40 years of Primrose service, instilling active minds, healthy bodies, and happy hearts in young children entrusted to our care. Who children become is as important as what they know, which is a belief that is at the core of the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach. Developed by and taught exclusively at Primrose Schools, the research-based curriculum balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence, and compassion. We deliver more than a curriculum; it’s a life-changing early learning experience for children and families in our schools.
We are proud to be a part of both this organization and the lives of our families. We enjoy working with the great staff and continuing with the educational philosophy that Primrose offers. We are active in visiting children and parents, and we welcome suggestions at any time. We are proud of our students, parents, management team, and teaching staff.
Primrose at Walsh is located at 13829 Walsh Ave, Aledo, TX 76008.
Bill Smith, Kristy Smith, Jana Thurman and Randy Thurman
We are Bill and Kristy Smith and Primrose School at Walsh is our third school. We have owned and operated the Primrose School of Columbus Trail and the Primrose School of Fort Worth at Mira Vista, accredited private preschools, since 2007, providing premier educational childcare experience. Even though we have owned schools for nearly twenty years and we have brought many years of experience in the business world, it has been our children who have taught us the most important lessons. When we first began, we had a choice to make when deciding whether to purchase a preschool or a daycare, just as you do when choosing childcare. We chose Primrose in 2007 because Primrose Schools offers more than a daycare experience, and we continue to invest in Primrose by building and operating Primrose School at Walsh.
Our goal is to ensure that children in Walsh, Fort Worth, and Aledo are loved and cared for in an environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning. Primrose School At Walsh provides an atmosphere where children can grow their Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.
Jana Thurman started at a Primrose School in Texas in 2003. Jana quickly fell in love with Primrose. When it came time to take the next step in her career, Jana knew Primrose Schools was the right choice because the Primrose curriculum represents the best for young students, and the culture matched her values and leadership beliefs. Jana began as a Pre-Kindergarten teacher and quickly advanced to Curriculum Director, then as the School Director, and continued to grow with Primrose. Her journey has given her experience as a teacher, curriculum director, school director, and area director. This ultimately led her to join Bill and Kristy Smith as a Franchise Owner in September 2025.
Jana has been married to her husband, Randy, for 34 years. Randy is also a Primrose advocate as well as a business owner. Jana and Randy have a wonderful family of 2 children and five grandchildren.
Teaching and mentoring to give back to their community and church are a priority for Randy and Jana.
In 2025, Jana was honored to partner with Bill and Kristy Smith. As their former Executive Area Director, she witnessed firsthand the exemplary approach to Primrose’s outstanding education, the accredited curriculum, and character development program that their schools implement daily.
Together, the ownership team has 40 years of Primrose service, instilling active minds, healthy bodies, and happy hearts in young children entrusted to our care. Who children become is as important as what they know, which is a belief that is at the core of the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach. Developed by and taught exclusively at Primrose Schools, the research-based curriculum balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence, and compassion. We deliver more than a curriculum; it’s a life-changing early learning experience for children and families in our schools.
We are proud to be a part of both this organization and the lives of our families. We enjoy working with the great staff and continuing with the educational philosophy that Primrose offers. We are active in visiting children and parents, and we welcome suggestions at any time. We are proud of our students, parents, management team, and teaching staff.
Primrose at Walsh is located at 13829 Walsh Ave, Aledo, TX 76008.
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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 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
Do you offer a summer program?
Yes! In addition to our year-round classrooms for children ages 0–5, we offer Summer Adventure Club for elementary school students in kindergarten through 5th grade. Our summer program uses hands-on activities and rotating weekly themes to keep children engaged while continuing to support their development.
How do you accommodate children with allergies or special medical needs?
Health and safety is our top priority, and we work closely with families to accommodate allergies and medical needs. We ask that parents provide detailed information during enrollment so we can create a safe plan for their child. All Primrose schools are nut-free facilities.
What is your policy for school closures?
We follow a structured calendar with planned days off communicated in advance for the year. If an emergency or severe weather conditions occur while children are already at school, the School Leadership Team will take appropriate steps to ensure the safety of children and staff. Families will be notified if early dismissal or other adjustments to the school day are required.
Changes in our school opening and closing schedule will be communicated via Procare messaging and posted on the Primrose School at Walsh Face Book page and on our school website www.primrosewalsh.com.
What are the qualifications and early childhood education backgrounds of your teachers?
Our teachers are carefully selected for their passion for early childhood education. Many teachers hold or are working toward a degree or credential in early childhood education or a related field. We also provide ongoing professional development to ensure our educators stay current with the latest research and best practices.
What is the staff-to-child ratio?
We maintain staff-to-child ratios at or below state licensing requirements to ensure every child receives the attention and care they deserve. Ratios vary by age group.
What security measures are in place at drop-off and pick-up?
The safety of your child is our top priority. A member of the Leadership team is present at the entrance tour school to allow entry into our school for authorized individuals permitted to pick up your child.
What is your sick child policy?
We ask that children stay home for at least 24 hours if they have a fever, are vomiting or show symptoms of a contagious illness. This helps keep our entire school community healthy. If your child becomes ill during the day, we will contact you promptly.
What ages do you serve?
We serve children from infancy through school age. Our programs include infant and toddler classrooms, preschool, Pre-K, Transitional Kindergarten and after school care for elementary aged children.
- Infant (6 weeks –1 year)
- Toddler (1–2 years old)
- Early Preschool (2–3 years old)
- Preschool (3–4 years old)
- Pre-K (4–5 years old)
- Transitional Kindergarten (5–6 years old)
- After School Care & Summer Adventure Club (5–12 years old)
Can parents visit or observe during the day?
We maintain an open-door policy and welcome parent visits. You must check in at the front office upon arrival so we can welcome you properly and minimize disruption to classroom routines.
Do you offer parent-teacher conferences or progress updates?
We hold regular parent-teacher conferences and provide ongoing communication about your child’s development so you feel like a true partner in your child’s growth. This includes using Ages & Stages Questionnaires®, normed academic measures and Evidence of Learning Portfolios to track your child’s progress so we can personalize their learning experience.
Are meals and snacks provided?
Yes, our school provides nutritious meals and snacks, and it’s all included in tuition
What is the tuition and what does it include?
Tuition varies by program and age group. Our all –inclusive tuition includes:
- Daily Education Experiences with our Balanced Learning® approach
- Family-Teacher Partnerships
- Real-time Communications & Photos
- Nutritious Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks
- Character Development & Life Skills
- Child Development Assessments
Please contact us or schedule a tour to get a personalized overview.
What is the enrollment process?
Getting started is easy! Simply reach out to schedule a tour, and we’ll walk you through everything — from our programs and classrooms to tuition and next steps. We can’t wait to meet your family.
Is your preschool licensed and accredited?
Primrose School at Walsh is fully licensed by the state of Texas and as a newer school is currently completing its accreditation through Cognia to ensure high-quality care and education.
How do you handle staff training and ongoing education?
All of our teachers and staff members are required to complete annual professional development training, including first-aid and CPR certification, child development coursework and curriculum workshops. We also host monthly in-house training sessions where our team collaborates on best practices and stays current with the latest research in early childhood education. We believe that investing in our staff leads to a better experience for every child in our care.
Do you offer outdoor play or field trips?
Yes! We believe fresh air and hands-on exploration are essential parts of a well-rounded education. Children enjoy daily outdoor play in our safe, age-appropriate playground areas, and our School aged children participate in seasonal field trips to local parks, museums, farms, and community landmarks throughout the year. All field trips are carefully planned with safety and learning goals in mind, and families receive advance notice with permission forms.
Do you offer after school care for elementary-aged children?
Yes, we offer after school care for children in kindergarten through 5th grade, available from dismissal until 6:00 PM on school days. Our program provides a structured yet relaxed environment where children can complete homework with staff support, enjoy a healthy snack and participate in enrichment activities and free play. Contact our office to learn about availability and pricing.
