I know how important it is for families to feel that their children are not only safe, but also truly cared for at school.”

Sarai Rodriguez | Primrose School of Surprise director

Enrichment Programs such as coding and zoology are part of the newly opened Primrose School of Surprise.

The Primrose early education school, which is Surprise’s first and 13th in Arizona, offers research-informed curriculum that blends purposeful play, STEM learning, design thinking, citizenship and character development.

The school is currently enrolling up to 214 students for its 12-classroom campus at 13738 W. Waddell Road.

“With deep roots here in Arizona and years of experience as both a mom and an educator, I know how important it is for families to feel that their children are not only safe, but also truly cared for at school,” School Director Sarai Rodriguez said.

Primrose schools were founded in 1982 and now have campuses in 35 states and Washington, D.C.

“At our school, the needs of students, teachers and families are always at the heart of what we do,” Rodriguez said. “We’re honored to be an extension of our families and excited to celebrate the magic of a child’s first five years as we grow together.”