Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Goffstown, NH
Compare 9 child daycare & preschools in Goffstown. Average rating: 4.39/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Goffstown, New Hampshire at a glance
- Programs
- 9
- Avg rating
- 4.39/5
- Parent reviews
- 97
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Goffstown has 9 licensed child daycare & preschools with 97 parent reviews averaging 4.39/5.The largest concentration is in 03045 with 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Goffstown
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.
- 1Merri-Loo Community Preschool INC4.5 score5(5)
86 Center Street, Goffstown, NH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Merri-Loo Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing environment, small class sizes, and well-prepared kindergarten transitions. Parents highlight the caring teachers, play-based learning approach, affordable tuition, and strong sense of community involvement.
small class sizescaring and friendly teachersplay-based learningkindergarten preparation - 2Educare Daycare And Learning Center4.4 score4.6(10)
379 Goffstown Back Rd, Goffstown, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Educare Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and engaged staff, clean facilities, inclusive environment, and well-rounded curriculum combining academics with social-emotional development. One parent reported serious concerns about infant care practices including infrequent diaper changes and formula substitution. Most reviews highlight strong teacher-parent communication, engaging activities, and children's happiness at the center.
Caring and compassionate staffclean and well-organized facilityinclusive and welcoming environmentengaging age-appropriate curriculum - 3Learn As We Play Child Care Center4.36 score4.5(13)
276 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Learn As We Play receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, nurturing environment, strong focus on child development, and the center's ability to make children feel at home. Many families have enrolled multiple children and stayed for several years, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.
Kind and attentive staffclean facilitysmall class sizesteacher longevity - 4Ymca Allard Center Child Development Center4.32 score4.4(20)
116 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the YMCA Allard Center Child Development Center for its excellent childcare staff who are caring, responsible, and highly attentive to children. The facility is noted as clean, well-maintained, and offers diverse programming including gymnastics, swimming, and dance classes at affordable rates. Parents consistently rate their experience highly and express strong satisfaction with the overall value and community atmosphere.
Caring and attentive childcare staffclean facilitiesaffordable ratesdiverse activity and class offerings - 5Ymca Allard Center School'S Out Program @ Bartlett4.32 score4.4(20)
689 Mast Road, Goffstown, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the YMCA Allard Center for its friendly, caring staff and clean, well-maintained facilities. The program offers diverse activities including gymnastics, swimming, ballet, and tennis at affordable rates. One parent noted excellent childcare staff engagement, though space could be larger.
Friendly and caring staffclean facilitiesaffordable ratesdiverse activity offerings (gymnastics - 6Ymca Allard Center School'S Out Program @ Maple Ave4.32 score4.4(20)
16 Maple Avenue, Goffstown, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the YMCA Allard Center as an excellent facility with caring, friendly staff and diverse programming. The School's Out Program receives particular recognition for quality childcare with staff that genuinely care about the children. Families appreciate the comprehensive amenities, cleanliness, and affordable rates.
Caring and attentive childcare staffclean facilitiesdiverse activities and classesaffordable rates
Rating Distribution
Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Goffstown
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 97 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Goffstown, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Goffstown zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03045 | 12 | 4.39 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Goffstown (– children)
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up to 30 children
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31–75 children
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76–150 children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Goffstown based on parent reviews
Educare Daycare And Learning Center
379 Goffstown Back Rd, Goffstown, NH
Educare Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and engaged staff, clean facilities, inclusive environment, and well-rounded curriculum combining academics with social-emotional development. One parent reported serious concerns about infant care practices including infrequent diaper changes and formula substitution. Most reviews highlight strong teacher-parent communication, engaging activities, and children's happiness at the center.
Learn As We Play Child Care Center
276 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown, NH
Learn As We Play receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, nurturing environment, strong focus on child development, and the center's ability to make children feel at home. Many families have enrolled multiple children and stayed for several years, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.
Ymca Allard Center Child Development Center
116 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown, NH
Parents praise the YMCA Allard Center Child Development Center for its excellent childcare staff who are caring, responsible, and highly attentive to children. The facility is noted as clean, well-maintained, and offers diverse programming including gymnastics, swimming, and dance classes at affordable rates. Parents consistently rate their experience highly and express strong satisfaction with the overall value and community atmosphere.
Main Street Kid'S Connection
10 Main Street, Goffstown, NH
One parent describes a highly positive experience with caring staff and engaging outdoor activities, while another reports severe safety violations including unsupervised children, falsified records, and inappropriate discipline based on state findings.
Little Leapers & Knowledge Keepers
526 B Mast Road, Goffstown, NH
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.
Goffstown Creative Kids Academy
231 Mast Road, Goffstown, NH
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.
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Daycare types in Goffstown
Child Daycare & Preschools in Goffstown, New Hampshire
There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Goffstown, New Hampshire, making up 75% of the 12 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 Goffstown have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 97 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Goffstown, 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 Goffstown
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Educare Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and engaged staff, clean facilities, inclusive environment, and well-rounded curriculum combining academics with social-emotional development. One parent reported serious concerns about infant care practices including infrequent diaper changes and formula substitution. Most reviews highlight strong teacher-parent communication, engaging activities, and children's happiness at the center.
- Address
- 379 Goffstown Back Rd, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 627-3392
Learn As We Play receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, nurturing environment, strong focus on child development, and the center's ability to make children feel at home. Many families have enrolled multiple children and stayed for several years, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.
- Address
- 276 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 668-3674
Parents praise the YMCA Allard Center Child Development Center for its excellent childcare staff who are caring, responsible, and highly attentive to children. The facility is noted as clean, well-maintained, and offers diverse programming including gymnastics, swimming, and dance classes at affordable rates. Parents consistently rate their experience highly and express strong satisfaction with the overall value and community atmosphere.
- Address
- 116 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 232-8677
One parent describes a highly positive experience with caring staff and engaging outdoor activities, while another reports severe safety violations including unsupervised children, falsified records, and inappropriate discipline based on state findings.
- Address
- 10 Main Street, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 497-4014
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.
- Address
- 231 Mast Road, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 497-5000
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.
- Address
- 526 B Mast Road, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 647-2273
- Address
- 535 Mast Road, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 627-3503
- Address
- 722 Mast Road, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 669-6277
- Address
- 36 North Mast Street, Goffstown, NH
- Phone
- (603) 384-3404
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities