The Primeron

Hours

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

What Maryland licensed

Licence type

Continuing - Full

First licensed

December 19, 2014

Licence runs through

November 30, 2026

Licensed infant places

9

Licensed school-age places

60

Family Network region

Central Maryland South

Maryland publishes an infant band and a school-age band and no others, so these are not a total capacity and say nothing about toddler or preschool places.

Amenities and accessibility

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

How the reviews split

The 4.3 average comes from 96 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

• 5 star71
• 4 star8
• 3 star3
• 2 star3
• 1 star11

From Google

Recent parent reviews

• ★★★★★

  I chose a 10 because my experience with The Primeron has been overwhelmingly positive since my son started attending in 2024. As a parent, it means everything to know your child is in an environment where he is genuinely cared for, and that’s exactly what I’ve experienced. The staff are loving, attentive, and consistently show that they care about the children beyond just daily supervision. My son has an IEP, and one of the things I appreciate most is that the team takes his individual needs seriously. They follow his plan, pay attention to his well-being, and make sure he has the support he needs to be successful and comfortable throughout the day. Another reason I would highly recommend The Primeron is the leadership. The director is incredibly hands-on and truly involved in the day-to-day operations of the center. I’ve personally seen her step in to assist wherever needed, rather than simply remaining in the office, which speaks volumes about her commitment to both the children and staff. That level of involvement gives me confidence that the center is well-managed and that the children’s best interests are a top priority. Based on the care, support, and consistency my family has experienced, recommending The Primeron with a 10 was an easy decision.

  Joshalynn WatsonMay 12, 2026
• ★★★★★

  I recently had the opportunity to tour The Primeron both before and after its leadership transition, and the difference is truly remarkable. When I first visited under the previous director, the school felt disorganized and lacking a clear sense of direction. While there was potential, it was evident that structure and consistency were missing. After returning for a second tour under the new director, Kaela, I was genuinely impressed by the transformation. The change is night and day. Kaela has brought a strong sense of organization and purpose to the school, implementing systems that support both staff and students in a meaningful way. What once felt uncertain now feels intentional, welcoming, and well-managed. You can really feel the difference just walking through the building now. Areas that once felt dull or overlooked have been refreshed and brought back to life. The classrooms and shared spaces feel brighter, more inviting, and actually set up in a way that makes sense for both kids, the parents, and staff. It feels like a place where kids can truly thrive. She even was able to fix up the parking lot! It’s also clear that Kaela cares about what she’s building here. Her leadership shows in the details, from how things are organized to the overall energy of the school. Without her, this version of The Primeron wouldn’t exist. She’s played a huge role in turning things around. I was unclear about sending my child before, but now it is a no brainer.

  NadiApr 1, 2026
• ★★★★★

  Since the new company took over at The Primeron Odenton, the transformation has been incredible. The center feels more organized, welcoming, and truly focused on the children and families they serve. The building itself is better maintained and the overall atmosphere is so much more positive. The director, Kaela, has been absolutely amazing. Her leadership truly stands out and you can see the positive impact she has had on the entire center. She is professional, attentive, and genuinely cares about the children, the families, and her staff. She is very hands-on and always present, making sure things run smoothly while creating a warm and supportive environment for everyone. The assistant director, Loretta, is just as wonderful. She is supportive, kind, and clearly dedicated to the success of the center. Together, Kaela and Loretta make a fantastic leadership team. You can tell they both truly care about the program, the staff, and the families they serve. The staff has improved so much as well. The teachers are engaged, caring, and focused on providing a great experience for the children. Communication has gotten better and you can really see the teamwork throughout the building. It’s clear that the new management and strong leadership from Kaela and Loretta have made a huge difference. The improvements in the environment, staff morale, and overall quality of care are noticeable. The Primeron Odenton is truly becoming a wonderful place for children to learn, grow, and feel supported.

  Sasha GoldenblatMar 10, 2026
• ★★★★★

  I will start by saying that the teachers and staff are absolutely amazing. They were incredibly kind and worked well with both of our children. We had them enrolled in the Primeron for almost two years and never had a bad teacher. The rating is purely for the administration. Before the Primeron got acquired by Cadence Education, we never had any issues with the administration. We used a military subsidy and the director and assist director were always very transparent and helpful. After the acquisition, there was a change in directors and at the end was Kaela. I have never dealt with a more unprofessional director in all the schools my children have been in. Maybe she didn’t agree with how the center was run prior to her arrival but saying to a parent that they were “lied on” and that the old admin “played in your face” is completely unacceptable. My main issue was when we unenrolled our youngest. Our subsidy payments were always late and as such we usually got back paid. Not an issue except when we unenrolled and had to get the credit refunded to us. I originally asked the assistant director to get our refund in the form of a check instead of original form of payment. This was because the original form of payment was a paid off credit card. We were informed only the director could initiate the refund as a check. It took weeks for us actually speak to the director as emails were not replied to and she was supposedly never in when we call. It took even longer to receive this refund and at the end, it was refunded to the paid off credit card instead of as a check like we asked. There was also disagreement and confusion as to what the refund amount was. We were different numbers from the subsidy, the admin at the Primeron, as well as a different number than what showed on our online account portal. While there was confusion and while we acknowledged that this was not anyone’s fault, the director accused us of looking for more money than we were owed. We repeatedly informed her that there would be another subsidy payment and that was the reason the number we had was higher (we did not know that it had not been sent at the time). I asked that they informed us when this payment came through. All of that happened in September of 2025. Come February 2026, I called to get tax information. It was a surprise when we got our account summary and saw that we had an account credit of $1000. As it turns out, the Primeron had received the final subsidy payment in December of 2025 but made no attempt to let us know. Had we not asked for our tax information I doubt we would have ever found out. Through this process I asked to speak to a higher up, such as an area or regional manager, since the director barely returned emails or phone calls. This request was repeatedly ignored. Throughout emails, she only ever addressed half of the issues. For example, in our most recent conversation she focused on the fact that she was not in control of how fast we got our refund. When in reality the issue was the lack of communication and rudeness when we asked for updates. The way the director had addressed our family had been absolutely unprofessional and rude. It is unacceptable to accuse us of trying to get more money when we were asking for the credit we were owed. Furthermore to not notify us of the positive balance in our account for months after they received it. Again, the teachers and childcare workers are superstars and we loved how they were with our children. I wish I could use them again for care such as summer camp as it was an amazing experience for my children. It is a shame that their hard work is overshadowed by a rude and incompetent administration. All of my grievances have been relayed to the director but other families should be warned. I doubt that we were the only ones who had these issues. If you are a current family, double check your accounts and get your money.

  Anna PearceMar 10, 2026
• ★★★★★

  My son and daughter have been attending The Primeron for almost two years. The staff from the front desk to the classrooms have been great. It's never easy leaving your children in the care of someone else, but I honestly feel safe leaving my kids in their care. I love the Parent Night Out events and activities they offer throughout the year. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed summer camp and looks forward to attending next summer.

  Jennifer JacksonNov 20, 2025
• ★★★★★

  I can't say enough great things about Primeron! As a parent, and a teacher myself, it's such a relief to know that my child is not only safe but thriving in such a nurturing environment. The teachers are incredible – they're attentive, caring, and genuinely invested in the kids' well-being. One of my favorite things about the daycare is the app they use to keep parents updated throughout the day. I love getting photos of my child having fun and participating in different activities. It makes me feel connected even when I can't be there in person. The curriculum is fantastic, and I appreciate the balance between structured learning and playtime. My child is always coming home showing off new skills she’s learned, and I can see real growth in both her social and cognitive development. The facility itself is clean, organized, and clearly well-maintained. I feel so confident leaving my kid here each day, knowing she is in a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment. The director and assistant director are so wonderful and always available. I would highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a place where their child will be loved and cared for.

  Desiree CSep 27, 2024

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