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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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Bedford Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes the Montessori School of Bedford as a perfect pre-K and kindergarten home that fosters educational, social, and developmental growth through a warm, inclusive, and kind environment. The reviewer highlights the staff's attention to individual needs and their success in inspiring a love for learning while empowering students to reach their best selves.

personalized attention to individual educationalsocialand developmental needs
Address
24 Tirrell Hill Road, Bedford, NH
Phone
(603) 627-9545
Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant
Before or After School Daycare
4

One reviewer highlights the institution as an incredible school with great opportunities. The single available rating reflects a positive experience with the program.

great opportunitiesincredible school
Address
36 Silver Lake Road, Hollis, NH
Phone
(603) 882-9080
Nutfield Cooperative School
Church Daycare
4

Parents highlight Nutfield Cooperative School's strong community focus, detailed daily communication, and engaging mixed-age curriculum, though one reviewer expresses dissatisfaction with staff expertise.

Cooperative family involvementdaily updates and photos via appmixed-age classroom structure
Address
47 East Derry Road, East Derry, NH
Phone
(603) 434-2602
First Choice For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

First Choice for Children receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, communication, and child development support. However, two negative reviews cite inflexibility regarding children with developmental delays and concerns about activities not disclosed to parents.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationstrong focus on developmental milestones
Address
304 Pembroke Street, Pembroke, NH
Phone
(603) 485-8613
Cozy Kids Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Cozy Kids receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, warm environment, and genuine attention to children's development, with several families expressing strong satisfaction after years of enrollment. However, two recent negative experiences highlight concerns about inconsistent front-desk service, security measures, and communication about availability.

Caring and nurturing staffattentive teacherswarm and colorful environment
Address
3 Sanborn Road, Londonderry, NH
Phone
(603) 437-5437
Creative Years Child Development And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Creative Years receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff, engaging activities, and well-maintained facilities. Parents appreciate the convenient breakfast and lunch service, excellent communication through an app, and supportive approach to separation anxiety. The school is described as clean, happy, and safe with good staff-to-children ratios.

caring and knowledgeable staffengaging activitieseasy drop-off with breakfast
Address
30 Broad Street, Nashua, NH
Phone
(603) 880-7304
Goffstown Creative Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the center's patient staff and owner involvement, noting successful transitions for infants and significant emotional and intellectual growth for children. However, one reviewer reports significant difficulties with communication, citing unreturned calls and lack of enrollment confirmation.

patient staffowner involvementemotional and intellectual growth
Address
231 Mast Road, Goffstown, NH
Phone
(603) 497-5000
Kiddie Corner Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight exceptional staff and teachers who have positively impacted their children's development. Reviewers express strong satisfaction with the center, noting that their children enjoy attending and appreciate the professional environment.

Amazing staffsupportive teachersprofessional work
Address
130 Silver Street, Manchester, NH
Phone
(603) 627-4190
Imaginations...A Child'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent notes the facility is located across from a school in Moultonborough.

convenient location
Address
903 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, NH
Phone
(603) 476-8400
Little Leapers & Knowledge Keepers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the loving environment and improved manners of their granddaughter, while another defends the center's licensing compliance against former staff complaints regarding sick leave and outdoor time. A third review expresses strong satisfaction with a past placement, though a separate one-star review alleges poor staff treatment and forced outdoor exposure.

loving environmentfriendly and helpful staffimproved manners for children
Address
526 B Mast Road, Goffstown, NH
Phone
(603) 647-2273
Tollhouse Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Tollhouse Preschool receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents who highlight caring staff, good teacher-to-student ratios, effective learning curriculum, and smooth transitions for children. However, a small number of parents report serious concerns about cleanliness, staff responsiveness, communication, and handling of children.

Caring and compassionate staffgood teacher-to-student ratioseffective curriculum (letters
Address
322 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH
Phone
(603) 429-0337
Tumbleweeds Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Tumbleweeds has received mixed reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, quality activities, strong communication, and happy children, with several families having enrolled for years. However, a few parents reported serious concerns including a disputed incident involving police contact, staff miscommunication, safety issues, and limited management oversight.

friendly and experienced staffquality activitiesoutdoor play
Address
31 Prince Street, Wilton, NH
Phone
(603) 654-5390
My School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents highlight the thoughtfully designed spaces and dedicated teachers who foster social and emotional growth. Reviewers appreciate the warm atmosphere and strong communication regarding special events and activities.

thoughtfully designed spacesdedicated teacherswarm atmosphere
Address
118 Locust Street, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 742-0321
Rise...For Baby And Family
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

One parent highlights the staff's dedication and the organization's positive community impact, while another reports severe safety failures, specifically a violation of nut-free allergy policies that nearly endangered their child.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong community supportearly intervention services
Address
147 Washington Street, Keene, NH
Phone
(603) 357-1395
Little Learners Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little Learners Daycare in Fitzwilliam receives consistently high praise from parents. Staff members, particularly Emma and Debbie, are noted for their warm, caring approach and active engagement with children's development. Parents report their children have made significant progress in speech, fine motor skills, and social interaction.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffwarm and safe environmentextended hours (6:30 am - 5 pm)
Address
27 Route 12 South, Fitzwilliam, NH
Phone
(978) 855-8089
Footsteps Day Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Footsteps Day Care and Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for accepting children with behavioral needs and creating nurturing, collaborative environments. The center is noted for affordability and inclusive practices. However, one review raises serious concerns about sick leave policies and regulatory compliance.

accepts children with behavioral needsnurturing carecollaborative staff
Address
407 Winchester Street, Keene, NH
Phone
(603) 357-1475
Little Frogs & Polliwogs Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little Frogs & Polliwogs Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, education-based curriculum, and supportive environment, but a minority report serious concerns about staff conduct, lack of curriculum in toddler classes, high turnover, and significant tuition increases.

Caring and patient teacherseducation-based curriculumdetailed progress reports
Address
3011 Brown Avenue, Manchester, NH
Phone
(603) 669-2695
M And C Children'S Learning Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

M and C Children's Learning Place receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, engaging environment, and children's enthusiasm about attending. However, one parent reported significant concerns about facility cleanliness, staffing qualifications, toy condition, and frequent illness.

Caring and attentive staffchildren enjoy attending dailylong-term enrollment suggests satisfaction
Address
205 Main Street, Candia, NH
Phone
(603) 483-5336
Creative Little Angels Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Creative Little Angels Child Care for its caring, dedicated staff who create a warm, family-like environment where children feel safe and loved. Multiple reviewers highlight significant developmental progress in their children and note the welcoming atmosphere, cleanliness, and security measures. All ten reviews rate the center 5/5 stars.

Caring and dedicated staffsafe and secure facilitywelcoming environment
Address
40 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH
Phone
(603) 432-2535
Kiddie Konnection
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Kiddie Konnection receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reporting happy, well-cared-for children and strong staff engagement. Parents consistently praise the teachers' genuine care, developmental support, and communication through the facility's app. One parent expressed concerns about staff training and suggested adding security cameras.

Staff genuinely care for childrenstrong child development and social growthregular communication and photo updates via app
Address
301 Derry Road, Hudson, NH
Phone
(603) 883-4310
Little Friends Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little Friends Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and family-oriented approach. The owner Nancy and most teachers are frequently highlighted as compassionate and attentive. However, one parent cited supervision and safety concerns, and a previous director was noted as problematic (though no longer employed).

Caring and engaged staffhands-on learning approachfun activities an
Address
77 Main Street, Raymond, NH
Phone
(603) 244-2132
Minds In Motion
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Minds in Motion receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the attentive teachers, responsive director Samantha, engaging activities, and comprehensive meal services. Multiple families report their children have overcome separation anxiety and formed strong bonds with staff members.

Friendly and welcoming staffresponsive communication via ClassDojo and phone
Address
317-319 West Hollis Street, Nashua, NH
Phone
(603) 883-1036
The Applewood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Applewood Learning Center for its experienced, caring staff, nurturing environment, and focus on individual child development. Multiple reviewers report their children are happy, excited to attend, and thriving developmentally. Families describe the center as more than daycare—a community committed to quality care.

experienced and dedicated staffclean well-maintained facilitystaff longevity and professional development
Address
2 Hampton Drive, Londonderry, NH
Phone
(603) 434-3139
The Boys And Girls Club Of Souhegan Valley - Early Education Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise the Boys and Girls Club of Souhegan Valley as an exceptional early education and after-school program with outstanding staff and diverse programming. The facility is highlighted for its supportive environment, creative activities, and positive impact on children's development, confidence, and character. Parents report high child satisfaction and strong communication from staff.

Caring and exceptional staffaccommodating and responsive communicationcreative and engaging programs (theater
Address
56 Mont Vernon Street, Milford, NH
Phone
(603) 672-1002
The Gingerbread House Of Litchfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Gingerbread House of Litchfield receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the small group setting, attentive teachers, individualized attention, and child engagement, with several noting their children thrive there. Negative reviews cite poor communication, teacher favoritism, and negative personal experiences.

small group settingattentive structureindividualized attention
Address
273 Derry Road, Litchfield, NH
Phone
(603) 886-1500
Nashua Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

One parent highlights the center's family-like treatment and collaborative goal-setting for first-time parents, while another criticizes the program for allowing children to fall behind age-specific curriculum standards despite favorable staff-to-child ratios.

family-like atmospheresupportive for first-time parentscollaborative goal-setting
Address
5 Saint Laurent Street, Nashua, NH
Phone
(603) 883-4356
Polka Dots Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Polka Dots Child Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the staff, curriculum, safety protocols, and welcoming environment, while three parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, staff misconduct, unsafe conditions, and unresponsive management to safety issues.

Patient and kind staffengaging curriculum for all age groupssafe and welcoming environment
Address
11 Kimball Drive, Suite 103, Hooksett, NH
Phone
(603) 772-0822
Sandwich Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents highlight the friendly, caring staff and age-appropriate programming, noting that children enjoy a welcoming atmosphere with ample outdoor time and accommodating hours. Reviewers also appreciate the provision of extra gear for various weather conditions and the opportunity for families to connect within the community.

friendly and caring stafftailored programs for all age groupswelcoming atmosphere
Address
54 Maple Street, Center Sandwich, NH
Phone
(603) 284-7014
Little Lamb Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Little Lamb Nursery receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most families, with parents praising the caring staff, nurturing environment, and warm, home-like atmosphere. However, one family experienced significant communication issues, including lack of notification about room transitions, failure to honor social media photo restrictions, and inadequate reporting of behavioral concerns.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and nurturing environmentpersonalized a
Address
31 Tennyson Avenue, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 743-3102
Elemenope Principles Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

ELEMENOPE PRINCIPLES CHILD LEARNING CENTER receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and activities. However, one parent raised serious concerns about billing practices, regulatory violations, and alleged rough handling of children by staff.

caring and supportive staffstrong curriculum and educational activitiesdaily updates provided
Address
1201 Candia Road, Manchester, NH
Phone
(603) 232-5225

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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.