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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Claremont, NH

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Claremont. Average rating: 4.05/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Claremont, New Hampshire at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.05/5
Parent reviews
44
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Claremont has 6 licensed child daycare & preschools with 44 parent reviews averaging 4.05/5.The largest concentration is in 03743 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Claremont

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Best Before And After School Program
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    140 North Street, Claremont, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise BEST BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM as an excellent school-based program in Claremont, New Hampshire. The program is highlighted for engaging activities, attentive staff, and particularly its martial arts instruction. Children reportedly look forward to attending daily and have shown personal growth.

    Attentive and positive staffvariety of fun activitiesmartial arts/karate instructionlong operating hours
  2. 2
    Southwestern Community Services - Claremont Headstart
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    6 Kinney Place, Claremont, NH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise the staff at Southwestern Community Services - Claremont HeadStart for their exceptional helpfulness and kindness. Reviews highlight the organization's effectiveness in providing assistance with utility bills, heating fuel, and other support services in a non-judgmental manner. The facility is noted for prompt communication and pleasant interactions with staff members.

    Helpful and kind staffnon-judgmental serviceassistance with heating fuel and utility billsprompt email responses

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Claremont

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 44 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Daily photo updates
3
2Educational activities
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Claremont, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.73avg rating
6 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.3avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Claremont zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
037439
4.05
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Claremont (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Claremont based on parent reviews

Ready Set Grow Childcare

4(4)

10 Royce Street, Claremont, NH

Parents highlight the center's dedication to child development and safety, noting that staff treat children like their own and provide comfort during drop-off transitions. Feedback also acknowledges the operational challenges of managing illness outbreaks, with one parent noting that necessary closures during health surges are preferable to risking sick staff.

Supportive staff who treat children like familyfocus on developmental milestonesemotional support during separations

Green Mountain Children'S Center - Claremont

3.6(4)

210 Maple Avenue, Claremont, NH

Parents report mixed experiences, with some highlighting engaging educational activities and daily photo updates, while others cite significant concerns regarding communication practices and financial obligations. Negative feedback emphasizes a lack of transparency about required fundraising, restrictive app-only communication policies, and perceived unresponsiveness from staff.

daily photo updateseducational activitiesfun environment

Green Mountain Children'S Center - Claremont

3.6(4)

90 Charlestown Road, Claremont, NH

Feedback is mixed, with some parents praising the educational activities and daily photo updates, while others report significant dissatisfaction regarding communication practices and hidden costs. Specific complaints highlight issues with mandatory fundraising requirements, lack of direct phone communication, and rigid policies on closures and refunds.

daily photo updateseducational activitiesfun learning environment

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Daycare types in Claremont

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Claremont, New Hampshire

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Claremont, New Hampshire, making up 67% of the 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Claremont have an average rating of 4.05 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 44 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Claremont, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Claremont

Showing 6 results

Ready Set Grow Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents highlight the center's dedication to child development and safety, noting that staff treat children like their own and provide comfort during drop-off transitions. Feedback also acknowledges the operational challenges of managing illness outbreaks, with one parent noting that necessary closures during health surges are preferable to risking sick staff.

Supportive staff who treat children like familyfocus on developmental milestonesemotional support during separations
Address
10 Royce Street, Claremont, NH
Phone
(603) 287-7900
Green Mountain Children'S Center - Claremont
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents report mixed experiences, with some highlighting engaging educational activities and daily photo updates, while others cite significant concerns regarding communication practices and financial obligations. Negative feedback emphasizes a lack of transparency about required fundraising, restrictive app-only communication policies, and perceived unresponsiveness from staff.

daily photo updateseducational activitiesfun environment
Address
210 Maple Avenue, Claremont, NH
Phone
(603) 543-0391
Green Mountain Children'S Center - Claremont
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Feedback is mixed, with some parents praising the educational activities and daily photo updates, while others report significant dissatisfaction regarding communication practices and hidden costs. Specific complaints highlight issues with mandatory fundraising requirements, lack of direct phone communication, and rigid policies on closures and refunds.

daily photo updateseducational activitiesfun learning environment
Address
90 Charlestown Road, Claremont, NH
Phone
(603) 543-0391
One-4-All Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
169 Main Street, Claremont, NH
Phone
(603) 287-7120
Pleasant Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
72 Pleasant Street, Claremont, NH
Phone
(603) 543-3288
Together We Grow - Claremont
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
140 North Street, Claremont, NH
Phone
(603) 543-9566

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Claremont, New Hampshire, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Claremont have an average Google rating of 4.05 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Claremont, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Hampshire's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Hampshire)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Claremont offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in New Hampshire typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Claremont for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Claremont must be licensed by New Hampshire's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.