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A Primrose Schools Operator

Founded in 2021, Early Foundations Childcare is a multi-school owner-operator of Primrose Schools. Primrose Schools is a national system of accredited private preschools, providing a premier early education and childcare experience for children and families in the U.S. with approximately 500 locations nationwide. Early Foundations’ mission is to build a leading Primrose school operation, providing best-in-class resources, talent, and strategic guidance to produce extraordinary outcomes and experiences for the children and families we serve.

Our Mission

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Our Values

At Early Foundations, we value kindness and compassion as cornerstones in all our interactions—with our team members, our investors and the community. Our ultimate objective is to partner with Primrose in providing a nurturing and educational environment for children, while maintaining operational excellence.

Meet our team

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Early Foundations in Your Community

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Early Foundations at the Gasparilla Preschooler’s Stroll

Since 2005, the Gasparilla Preschooler’s Stroll Presented by Primrose Schools has given pint-sized pirates (ages 5 and under) an opportunity to enjoy parade-style fun. Primrose School of Collier Parkway is always a fixture at this event!

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Minnesota Schools at the 3M Open

Beyond world-class golf, the 3M Open offers a variety of interactive fan experiences for spectators of all ages across the course. Fun for kids of all ages, the Primrose Schools Family Playground is a great place to test your strength. Across 7 structures, fans will be able to climb, pull, hang, knowing 3M is supporting them confidently.

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Tampa Schools Support St. Jude 5k Run/Walk

The St. Jude Walk is an inspiring, family-friendly event that unites people across the nation behind the lifesaving mission of St. Jude: Finding cures. Saving children.® To support our team donations or for more information, follow the link below!

St. Jude Walk - Tampa, FL: Primrose Schools in Tampa - St. Jude Walk | St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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Tampa Schools Partner with Mothers Helping Mothers

Through compassionate support, education, and community-driven initiatives, Mothers helping Mothers aims to inspire resilience, self-sufficiency, and a brighter, healthier tomorrow for all families. Throughout the school year, our children donate diapers, food, clothing and more!

Learn More: Home | Mothers Helping Mothers

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Arizona Schools Partner with St. Vincent de Paul

Families, children, and staff from our Arizona schools came together to support St. Vincent de Paul's 32nd Annual Turkey Tuesday! We were honored to deliver your generous donations and share our commitment to giving back.

The highlight? We got the incredible opportunity to be featured on 12 News during this heartwarming event!

Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this day so impactful. Your kindness and generosity help us teach our children the value of helping others and making a difference in our community.