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The Leader in Early Education and Care®
Hours & Location
M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm
(603) 583-3860
Children Served

Early Education and Care in Exter, NH

Our school is more than a daycare. Through purposeful play and nurturing guidance, we help lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Right down the road from Main Street Elementary School and Little River Conservation Area, we are conveniently located on McKay Drive. Come by and see Balanced Learning® in action.
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Every Moment Matters

  • The components of our Balanced Learning® approach are intentionally aligned to create developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
  • Your child will stay engaged all day with the right balance of child-initiated and teacher-guided learning experiences.
  • Our students learn the foundational skills to develop Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts® that will forge a path to a brighter future.

Franchise Owner

Brandon and Chelsey Derry

Welcome to Primrose School of Exeter!

We are Chelsey and Brandon Derry, and we are honored to bring Primrose’s premier early education and care to the children and families of Exeter and the surrounding New Hampshire communities.

Since opening Primrose School of Exeter nearly 2.5 years ago, we’ve been committed to offering the highest quality early education and care for our community’s children, guided by the principles of Primrose’s unique Balanced Learning® approach.

Before becoming owners of Primrose School of Exeter, we both proudly served in the United States Air Force, where we met. After Chelsey completed her service, she transitioned to a successful career in finance, working for several organizations across the country and in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire. Throughout her career, she focused on helping small, local businesses achieve financial growth while being an active member of her community and a dedicated mother. Brandon continues to serve in the New Hampshire Air National Guard and earned his MBA from the University of New Hampshire. His career has been focused on aviation and community support, culminating in his role as a Program Manager for General Electric.

Upon returning to New England after completing our active-duty commitments, we faced the challenge of finding high-quality childcare that would support our children’s physical, mental, and social development. It was during this search that we discovered Primrose Schools and immediately knew it was the perfect fit for our family. The Balanced Learning® approach resonated deeply with us, and after experiencing it firsthand, we became passionate about bringing this exceptional early education to our community.

Our goal is simple: to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow through Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®—all while giving parents peace of mind knowing their children are receiving the best education and care possible.

We are excited to be part of this incredible community and look forward to supporting your family’s journey with us!

Brandon and Chelsey
Brandon and Chelsey Derry
Franchise Owner

Welcome to Primrose School of Exeter!

We are Chelsey and Brandon Derry, and we are honored to bring Primrose’s premier early education and care to the children and families of Exeter and the surrounding New Hampshire communities.

Since opening Primrose School of Exeter nearly 2.5 years ago, we’ve been committed to offering the highest quality early education and care for our community’s children, guided by the principles of Primrose’s unique Balanced Learning® approach.

Before becoming owners of Primrose School of Exeter, we both proudly served in the United States Air Force, where we met. After Chelsey completed her service, she transitioned to a successful career in finance, working for several organizations across the country and in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire. Throughout her career, she focused on helping small, local businesses achieve financial growth while being an active member of her community and a dedicated mother. Brandon continues to serve in the New Hampshire Air National Guard and earned his MBA from the University of New Hampshire. His career has been focused on aviation and community support, culminating in his role as a Program Manager for General Electric.

Upon returning to New England after completing our active-duty commitments, we faced the challenge of finding high-quality childcare that would support our children’s physical, mental, and social development. It was during this search that we discovered Primrose Schools and immediately knew it was the perfect fit for our family. The Balanced Learning® approach resonated deeply with us, and after experiencing it firsthand, we became passionate about bringing this exceptional early education to our community.

Our goal is simple: to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow through Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®—all while giving parents peace of mind knowing their children are receiving the best education and care possible.

We are excited to be part of this incredible community and look forward to supporting your family’s journey with us!

See What's Happening in Our School

Now Enrolling for the 2025-2026 School Year!

See What Families Are Saying

We continue to be impressed with the caliber of teachers. Not only have they created classrooms where our children learn but they also have created environments that are inclusive where our kids feel safe. We also love that meals and snacks are provided, and they eat family style. It saves us time from having to shop and prepare meals each day. Also, our kids seem to love that food and eat really well!
We have loved our two years at Primrose and are very grateful for Primrose staff and teachers! I completely trust the teachers and staff, and the quality of education has been outstanding! It has been amazing to see our preschooler learning so fast and building friendships at school. The warm, welcoming atmosphere and quality of education are above and beyond what we hoped for, and we are so appreciative!
My daughter is always so excited to start her day at Primrose. The infant classroom lessons are so fun, between finger painting, coloring, partaking in sing-a-longs, and more- the children always have something to look forward to that helps them grow. The school's cleanliness and safety are also top notch which is so comforting to me. We love attending all of the activities they offer throughout the year. The staff really go above and beyond for the children and genuinely care about them. Can't say enough praise for my child's teachers!
I have been so impressed with the quality of the activities for each day, the variety of food, and the attention to detail. All the little touches the staff does for the kids and for the parents really makes it feel like a community.
Everyone is super nice, friendly and greets you with a smile every single day.

See What Families Are Saying

We continue to be impressed with the caliber of teachers. Not only have they created classrooms where our children learn but they also have created environments that are inclusive where our kids feel safe. We also love that meals and snacks are provided, and they eat family style. It saves us time from having to shop and prepare meals each day. Also, our kids seem to love that food and eat really well!
We have loved our two years at Primrose and are very grateful for Primrose staff and teachers! I completely trust the teachers and staff, and the quality of education has been outstanding! It has been amazing to see our preschooler learning so fast and building friendships at school. The warm, welcoming atmosphere and quality of education are above and beyond what we hoped for, and we are so appreciative!
My daughter is always so excited to start her day at Primrose. The infant classroom lessons are so fun, between finger painting, coloring, partaking in sing-a-longs, and more- the children always have something to look forward to that helps them grow. The school's cleanliness and safety are also top notch which is so comforting to me. We love attending all of the activities they offer throughout the year. The staff really go above and beyond for the children and genuinely care about them. Can't say enough praise for my child's teachers!
I have been so impressed with the quality of the activities for each day, the variety of food, and the attention to detail. All the little touches the staff does for the kids and for the parents really makes it feel like a community.
Everyone is super nice, friendly and greets you with a smile every single day.
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