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13 Child Daycare & Preschools in Dover, New Hampshire

Browse all 13 child daycare & preschools in Dover, New Hampshire. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dover

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
    Garrison City Early Childhood Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    105 And 103 Durham Road, Dover, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided appear to be for Garrison City Beerworks, a brewery in Dover, NH, not Garrison City Early Childhood Center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    None - reviews are for a brewerynot a daycare
  2. 2
    Cross Road Children'S Center
    4.63 score
    4.8(19)

    18 French Cross Road, Dover, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Cross Road Children's Center in Dover, NH receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting excellent staff, strong communication, safe environment, and positive learning experiences. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and developing both academically and socially.

    Warm and inviting staffexcellent daily communication with parents through updates and picturessafe facility with controlled accessst
  3. 3
    Little Tree Education
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    383 Sixth Street, Dover, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    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 approachclean and inviting facility
  4. 4
    Little Lamb Nursery
    3.86 score
    3.8(13)

    31 Tennyson Avenue, Dover, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    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
  5. 5
    Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Early Learning Center
    3.36 score
    3.2(20)

    789 Central Avenue, Dover, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, not an early learning center/daycare. Reviews consistently praise hospital staff for compassionate, attentive care across departments including maternity, surgery, emergency, and rehabilitation services.

    Compassionate and respectful staffattentive patient careclear communicationskilled medical professionals

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dover based on parent reviews

Garrison City Early Childhood Center

4.8(20)

105 And 103 Durham Road, Dover, NH

The reviews provided appear to be for Garrison City Beerworks, a brewery in Dover, NH, not Garrison City Early Childhood Center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for a brewerynot a daycare

Cross Road Children'S Center

4.8(19)

18 French Cross Road, Dover, NH

Cross Road Children's Center in Dover, NH receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting excellent staff, strong communication, safe environment, and positive learning experiences. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and developing both academically and socially.

Warm and inviting staffexcellent daily communication with parents through updates and picturessafe facility with controlled access

Honey Tree Learning Center

5(4)

36 Olive Meadow Lane, Dover, NH

Honey Hill Child Care

5(1)

57 Central Avenue, Dover, NH

Miss Patty'S Child Care Center

5(1)

49 Piscataqua Road, Dover, NH

Happy Helpers Preschool Educational Center

5(1)

6 Heather Lane, Dover, NH

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Daycare types in Dover

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dover, New Hampshire

There are 13 child daycare & preschools in Dover, New Hampshire, making up 76% of the 17 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.

When choosing a daycare in Dover, 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 Dover

Showing 13 results

Honey Tree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
36 Olive Meadow Lane, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 312-7975
Dover Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
43 Back River Road, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 742-7637
Honey Hill Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
57 Central Avenue, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 749-3144
Miss Patty'S Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
49 Piscataqua Road, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 742-0329
Happy Helpers Preschool Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6 Heather Lane, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 742-3910
Cross Road Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Cross Road Children's Center in Dover, NH receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting excellent staff, strong communication, safe environment, and positive learning experiences. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and developing both academically and socially.

Warm and inviting staffexcellent daily communication with parents through updates and picturessafe facility with controlled access
Address
18 French Cross Road, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 749-4278
Garrison City Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided appear to be for Garrison City Beerworks, a brewery in Dover, NH, not Garrison City Early Childhood Center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for a brewerynot a daycare
Address
105 And 103 Durham Road, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 343-1214
Children In Motion
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
274 County Farm Road, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 743-3312
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
My School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
118 Locust Street, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 742-0321
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
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Note: The reviews provided are for Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, not an early learning center/daycare. Reviews consistently praise hospital staff for compassionate, attentive care across departments including maternity, surgery, emergency, and rehabilitation services.

Compassionate and respectful staffattentive patient careclear communication
Address
789 Central Avenue, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 740-2630
Stay And Play Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9 Nelson Street, Dover, NH
Phone
(603) 516-0393

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Frequently asked questions

There are 13 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dover, New Hampshire, out of 17 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Dover, 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
Dover offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Dover for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dover 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.