How Much Does Primrose Tuition Cost?

Last Updated on December 29, 2023
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by CFA Alexander Popinker

One of the most important decisions you will even have to make for the early years of your children is choosing the best childcare setting for them.

This isn’t a job as simple as you might think.

When it comes to infants in the United States, the average cost of child care revolves around $15,000 per year, based on an article by AmericanProgress.org. This amount of money isn’t small for the average family that has more than just one child.

So when it comes to choosing a daycare center or preschool, it is very important to make sure you will be able to afford the monthly payments that are bound to come.

Some people might even have to make a few financial sacrifices to make sure they can afford these fees, so they will have to figure out whether those sacrifices are worth it or not.

Among the most highly regarded and popular daycare centers in the US is Primrose.

Right off the bat, we have to say that Primrose schools are on the higher end of the price range and they raise their prices periodically. At the same time, they also have very long waitlists, making it very hard for the average family to get in, which is why many parents find these schools inaccessible.

How Much Does Primrose Tuition Cost?

The average cost of tuition at Primrose Schools is between $300 and $400 per week for infant care. Toddler care, on the other hand, costs between $275 and $375, while preschool costs between $200 and $400. These prices will usually depend on factors like your child’s age, the program, and the location of the center.

But let’s go into further detail about the tuition rates for the Primrose Schools as well as other costs to expect, in the next part of the article.

You won’t find official Primrose School prices published online, and it will be pretty hard to figure out the tuition rates of a specific location, as these differ greatly from one location to another and are based on age groups.

The best course of action if you want to find out the prices for childcare for the location you are interested in, is to just contact it directly and schedule a tour. In this way, you will get an accurate, official quote.

To get a few examples of tuition rates, we contacted 7 different Primerose Shcools from all parts of the United States, and here’s what we found out in terms of average rates:

• Preschool – $200 to $400 per week
• Early Preschool – $250 to $300 weekly
• Pre-Kindergarten – $230 to $295 weekly
• Kindergarten – $250 to $300 per week
• Infant – $300 to $400 weekly
• Toddler – $275 to $375 weekly

As they have an undisputed reputation and a huge waitlist, Primrose schools are clearly among the most expensive childcare options you’ll come across.

What is Primrose School?

Primrose Schools are part of an early education franchise that currently has over 450 private preschools that are spread across 32 states.

This child care provider has its headquarters in Georgia and was founded in 1982.

Primrose Schools accept infants that are as young as six weeks old.

Children from Kindergarten to fifth grade can also take advantage of summer adventure clubs and after-school programs.

All Primrose schools are accredited through a non-profit organization called Cognia, which was known in the past as AdvancED.

Primrose Teaching Philosophy Explained

The Balanced Learning approach to teaching that Primrose Schools adopt is aimed to inspire children to think using resourcefulness, compassion, and creativity.

The schools are all built using the ideas of some of the most renowned early learning philosophers, including Vygotsky, Piaget, and Montessori. It is an approach that focuses on instilling a love of discovery and learning. This should help your child develop skills and excel in life.

Typical activities that most Primrose Schools offer:

• Music – Your child will receive daily music lessons. These can be continued at home using a specific app.
• Language – Your child can also learn Spanish through daily Spanish classes.
• Emotional intelligence – Through specific classes, your child will develop relationship-related and behavioral skills.
• Physical development – As physical activity is also important for children, all Primrose schools have a state-of-0ther-art playground that helps children develop their sliding, climbing, and running skills.
• Creative arts – The children are taught to practice techniques of some of the most popular contemporary artists.
• Science – Classes on using tools and senses to see, check, and record the findings about the world.
• Math – Exercises involving patterns, measurements, and problem-solving.
• Social studies – Building and understanding the relationship with close family and friends.
• Language and literacy – Classes on reading, phonics, sign language, and storytime.

Additional Programs

The curriculum of Primrose Schools focuses on creativity, academics, physical development, social, and more, while they advertise balanced learning programs.

You might also like our articles on the cost of tuition at Kiddie Academy, Lightbridge Academy, or Montessori University.

Primrose Schools also offer several other programs that come at an additional cost.

Summer Camps

There are several Primrose locations that hold summer camps designed for children between kindergarten and fifth-grade ages.

These are full-day camps and have a reported cost of somewhere between $200 and $300 per week. There are no additional charges for activities or meals.

Go & Grow Part-Time Program

There are also Primrose Schools that host the Go & Grow program, which is a part-time program for children three to four years old. This particular program focuses on critical thinking, music, and social-emotional intelligence.

This program doesn’t have a fixed price either, as it will vary by location, as well as your schedule. schedule.

Before/After School Care

Most Primrose Schools offer you the possibility to drop your child off before school hours or pick them up later than you should, through before and after-school care programs.

Expect prices between $75 and $125, which will be on top of the cost of the tuition itself, depending on how many times you need these services.

Additional care programs are available for most children up to 12 years old.

Additional Costs

You might be charged a registration fee at some Primrose Schools, but considering that these schools are independently-owned franchises, this fee will vary by location.

You will also have to purchase uniforms for your children, as all Primrose students are required to wear one. These uniforms are comprised of sweaters, dresses, skirts, pants, and other accessories. Each piece will cost somewhere between $20 and $50, which means that you will spend several hundred dollars on the outfit alone.

Meals and snacks are provided to students for free in most Primrose schools, as they have an on-site chef.

Typical Days at Primrose

Primrose Schools open usually very early in the morning, at around 6.30 AM, Monday through Friday. They hold normal activities until around 6.00 PM.

You will usually be able to pick between part-time and full-time options depending on your need, and some schools also offer kindergarten programs from 8.00 AM to 3.00 PM.

Typical days vary from one school to another, as Primrose Schools are part of a franchise.

Here are some important questions you should ask your local Primrose School, to get a clearer idea of what you’ll get:

1. Is there any specific procedure for dropping off and picking up your child?
2. What foods and snacks can the school provide?
3. How will I get the daily reports?
4. What are the policies around vacations?
5. How many children are assigned to a teacher in each classroom?

Conclusion

One of the best childcare options for parents that are only looking for the best services for their children is Primrose Schools.

These preschools set themselves apart from all others through their focus on the development of the child. Teachers at Primrose Schools will go through a carefully planned curriculum that is meant to help- children develop through play, rather than just watch them while you’re busy.

Although all Primrose Schools have great reviews, most people find it impossible to overlook their big fees, which are likely outside of the financial capability of people and usually higher than other state-run or private schools or daycare centers.