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645 Daycare Centers in New Hampshire

Browse 645 daycare centers across New Hampshire. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in New Hampshire

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in New Hampshire can make the decision-making process smoother.

New Hampshire has about 645 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in New Hampshire. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in New Hampshire

There are 645 daycares in New Hampshire: 36 headstart facilities, 128 before/after school centers, 23 religious facility daycares, and 458 childcare and preschool centers.

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Little Apples Day Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Apples Day Care & Learning Center in Hooksett receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, passionate staff, clean facility, strong communication, and engaging activities and special events. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving in their care.

Passionate and caring staffclean and well-maintained facilityexcellent communication with parents
Address
1160 Hooksett Road, Hooksett, NH
Phone
(603) 625-2273
Little Arrows Child Care Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
365 South Street, Milford, NH
Phone
(603) 673-7975
Main Street Kid'S Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
10 Main Street, Goffstown, NH
Phone
(603) 497-4014
Wee Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Wee Care Learning Center for its exceptional, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive. Owners Diane and Jess are highlighted for their dedication, communication, and involvement in the community. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, modern design with indoor and outdoor play areas, and strong curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten.

Warm and caring staffexceptional ownersopen communication with parents
Address
63 Range Road, Unit 203, Windham, NH
Phone
(603) 557-3197
Ymca Of Downtown Manchester School'S Out Program @ Green Acres
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Parents praise the YMCA's School's Out Program for its warm, welcoming staff and well-maintained facilities. The program offers quality childcare, sports programs, and a strong swim instruction program. Families appreciate the friendly atmosphere and professional team members.

Excellent and friendly staffquality childcarerobust swim instruction program
Address
100 Aurore Street, Manchester, NH
Phone
(603) 623-3558
Ymca Of Downtown Manchester School'S Out Program @ Weston
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Parents praise the YMCA's School's Out Program for its warm, welcoming staff and well-maintained facilities. The facility offers quality childcare, sports programs, and a strong swim instruction program. Most reviewers highlight the friendly and helpful team as a major strength.

Friendly and professional staffquality childcare for toddlersrobust swim instruction program
Address
1066 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH
Phone
(603) 232-8670
Tender Years Child Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Tender Years Child Care and Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents across multiple generations of families. Parents praise the professional staff, clean facilities, balanced approach to learning and play, and strong child development outcomes. The center is noted for being well-organized, responsive, and supportive to families.

Experienced and caring staffclean facilityprofessional management
Address
3 Chester Turnpike, Allenstown, NH
Phone
(603) 485-8932
A Place To Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

A Place to Grow receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and extensive outdoor/nature-based programming. However, recent reviews highlight serious concerns about staffing inconsistencies causing unexpected closures and unrefunded cancellations, as well as one parent's account of being denied enrollment with unsubstantiated behavioral concerns.

Caring and invested staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong educational preparation for school
Address
436 Route 125, Brentwood, NH
Phone
(603) 679-1660
Little Tree Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Tree Education receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive teaching staff, Montessori-based educational approach, and the visible happiness and developmental growth their children experience. The center is characterized as a nurturing, clean environment where children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Warm and caring staffindividualized attention to children's developmental needsMontessori educational approach
Address
383 Sixth Street, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 343-5313
Fit Kids Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

FitKids Child Care in Lebanon receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring teachers, clean facilities, developmental support, and educational activities with themes and outdoor play. However, some long-term parents report declining quality over time, inconsistent leadership communication, and frequent classroom transitions.

Caring and patient teachersclean and updated classroomsdevelopmental milestone support
Address
14 Lafayette Street, Lebanon, NH
Phone
(603) 643-8650
Southern District Ymca School'S Out - Ecca
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise the Exeter Area YMCA's clean facilities, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and variety of amenities including fitness equipment, group exercise classes, and recreational activities. The facility is described as a safe, positive environment suitable for families and after-school care. One reviewer noted occasional crowding and inconsistent cleaning by younger staff.

Excellent staffclean facilitiessafe environment
Address
30 Linden Street, Exeter, NH
Phone
(603) 642-3361
The Learning Tree Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise The Learning Tree for its warm, caring staff and welcoming community environment. Children thrive academically and socially through a balanced curriculum combining educational activities with outdoor play and special events. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (5-7 years) and high satisfaction with the facility's cleanliness, communication, and reasonable pricing.

Kind and dedicated staffexcellent parent communicationclean facility
Address
2 Young Road, Londonderry, NH
Phone
(603) 818-8864
Growing Imaginations Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
188 Elm Street, Milford, NH
Phone
(603) 673-9662
Keene Family Ymca - Jd Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews praise the Keene Family YMCA for its excellent facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the wide variety of programs and activities available for all ages, including pools, gymnastics, rock climbing, and fitness classes. The facility is described as one of the best YMCAs in the state.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffexcellent amenities (pools
Address
227 Maple Avenue, Keene, NH
Phone
(603) 352-6002
Keene Family Ymca Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews praise the Keene Family YMCA's excellent facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the wide range of programs and activities available for all ages, including gymnastics, pools, rock climbing, and fitness classes. The facility is described as one of the best YMCAs in the state with professional and welcoming staff members.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffexcellent gym equipment
Address
200 Summit Road, Keene, NH
Phone
(603) 352-6002
Keene Family Ymca Maple Avenue Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

NOTE: Reviews provided are for the YMCA facility, not specifically for the daycare/learning center program. Reviewers praise the overall YMCA facility as clean, well-maintained, and offering excellent amenities and staff. However, these reviews do not contain information about the daycare or learning center services specifically.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffexcellent amenities (pool
Address
105 Maple Avenue, Keene, NH
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Tot Spot
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Tot Spot receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, with five 5-star ratings praising caring staff, child development, cleanliness, and a nurturing environment. However, two 1-star reviews raise serious safety concerns including inadequate heat protection for toddlers, lack of incident communication, poor emergency responsiveness, and insufficient staff supervision.

caring and dedicated staffchild development and learning outcomesclean facili
Address
60 West Street, Concord, NH
Phone
(603) 224-0404
The Circle Of Friends School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
49 South Main Street, Derry, NH
Phone
(603) 434-8167
Head Start At Mcc
Headstart Programs
4

These reviews do not appear to be about the daycare program. Instead, they are reviews of Manchester Community College's academic programs, facilities, and services. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents and students praising the quality of instruction, campus facilities, and support services.

Expert professorsquality academic programs (Exercise ScienceGraphic Design
Address
1066 Front Street, Manchester, NH
Phone
(603) 623-2332
Create And Discover
Before or After School Daycare
4

Create and Discover receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the responsive ownership, caring staff, and welcoming environment. However, two negative reviews criticize the staff's demeanor toward children and professionalism. The majority of reviewers recommend the facility and report their children are happy, learning, and well cared for.

Responsive and awesome owner Michellewonderful and welcoming staffamazing teachers like Ms. Val
Address
176 Main Street, Salem, NH
Phone
(603) 894-5250
Ready Set Grow Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
10 Royce Street, Claremont, NH
Phone
(603) 287-7900
Stonewood School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
99 Lowell Road, Hudson, NH
Phone
(603) 594-4195
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Central New Hampshire - Suncook Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
8 Whitten Street, Suncook, NH
Phone
(603) 410-5847
Heavenly Sonshine Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
49 Church Street, Belmont, NH
Phone
(603) 267-9804
Discovery Village Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
213 North Main Street, Concord, NH
Phone
(603) 717-0291
Create And Discover
Before or After School Daycare
4

Create and Discover receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the responsive ownership, welcoming staff, and quality care provided. However, two negative reviews express concerns about staff hostility and professionalism. Most parents report their children are happy, safe, and learning.

Responsive owner Michellewelcoming and caring staffexcellent teachers like Ms. Val and Mrs. Julie
Address
196 Main Street, Salem, NH
Phone
(603) 894-7251
Early Learning Center Of Milford
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Early Learning Center of Milford receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the qualified, caring teachers and high-quality educational programs. Multiple reviewers compare it favorably to other local daycare options and note children are happy and thriving. Two negative reviews cite poor customer service during touring and unspecified safety concerns.

Qualified and caring teachershigh educational valuesafe environment
Address
352 Elm Street, Milford, NH
Phone
(603) 672-1949
Fun After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
40 Stickney Terrace, Hampton, NH
Phone
(603) 929-4466
Growing Minds Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
69 Washington Street, Keene, NH
Phone
(603) 354-3977
Humpty Dumpty Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Humpty Dumpty Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, safe environment, learning activities, and strong communication through their app. However, some parents report significant concerns including unreliability with frequent closures, inconsistent health screening practices, unprofessional staff conduct, and poor customer service.

Dedicated and warm staffsafe and secure facilityengaging outdoor space
Address
22 Lovewell Street, Nashua, NH
Phone
(603) 882-6075

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Frequently asked questions

There are 645 all daycares across New Hampshire. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in New Hampshire are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through New Hampshire's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in New Hampshire, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (New Hampshire sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in New Hampshire vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.