Premier Childcare & Early Education in Downtown Bethesda

Give your child a foundation for lifelong learning at Primrose Schools’ Balanced Learning® programs, where purposeful play meets academic readiness, character development, and nurturing care. Our school in Downtown Bethesda, MD, is now enrolling! Schedule a tour today to see why families trust Primrose.

Call Us Today To Schedule A Tour:  202-831-1615

See Our School in Action

Fill out the form below or call us at  202-831-1615 to schedule your personalized tour and learn how Primrose can support your child’s growth and development.

Why Primrose Schools®?

At Primrose Schools, we believe every child deserves a joyful, safe, and engaging learning environment. We blend hands-on learning with caring guidance so children build Active Minds, Healthy Bodies & Happy Hearts® — setting them up for success in school and beyond.

Balanced Learning®

Research-driven Balanced Learning® curriculum that blends teacher-guided instruction with child-initiated exploration.

Track Progress

We track development as it is an important tool in supporting and celebrating the progress of each child. 

Enrichment Programs

Hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity and encourage a love of learning from all ages.

Dedicated Staff

Dedicated, caring teachers who partner with families to ensure the right foundation for continual learning in life.

Hours & Location

M-F 7:00 am-6:00 pm

Primrose School of Downtown Bethesda

Located at the heart of Bethesda, MD, this accredited early education center offers a rich curriculum for infants through Pre-K and after school care— all delivered in a safe, stimulating environment ideal for growing young minds.

Highlights:

  • Programs for Infant, Toddler, Preschool & Pre-K
  • Nurturing teachers & personalized care
  • Convenient location near NIH and Bethesda neighborhoods
  • Balanced Learning® in action every day

Ready to explore?
Schedule a tour and see how your child can thrive at Primrose Downtown Bethesda.
Call us at: 202-733-6550.

Primrose Schools Summer Camp

At Primrose Schools Summer Adventure Club, children become engineers, artists, explorers and more as they discover the joys of design thinking, a fun and innovative way to learn. Engineering design challenges, experiments and themed activities await as children unlock new ways of thinking– all while having a blast!

– Ages 5-12
– Limited space available
– Contact the school for weekly rates


We feel so lucky to have found such a safe, fun, calming place to bring our daughter!

We love everything about Primrose, but particularly the wonderful, caring people who work there. Our one-year-old daughter lights up every time we arrive and reaches out her arms for her teachers. My husband and I love getting pictures and updates through the app throughout the day. We feel so lucky to have found such a safe, fun, calming place to bring our daughter.

Anna T., Mom

Ready to become a part of the Primrose family?

Fill out the form or call us at  202-831-1615