Primrose Schools is an American franchise network of accredited private preschools providing early childhood education and child care for children from infancy through kindergarten age, with some locations offering after-school programs for children up to age 12. Founded in 1982 in Marietta, Georgia, the company operates more than 530 franchised locations across 34 states and Washington, D.C.[1][2] Primrose schools are independently owned and operated by franchise owners.[3]
History
Founding and franchising
Primrose Schools was established by Paul and Marcy Erwin in 1982 as a single preschool in Marietta, Georgia. Marcy Erwin developed the school's educational approach drawing on Montessori-style child-initiated learning combined with teacher-led curriculum.[1]