13 Child Daycare & Preschools in Hooksett, New Hampshire

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hooksett

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

   Tokyo Joe'S Studios Of Self Defense Of Hooksett

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   1338 Hooksett Road, Hooksett, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Tokyo Joe's Studios of Self Defense is a martial arts facility (not a traditional daycare) offering karate, BJJ, kickboxing and MMA training. Parents consistently praise the passionate instruction, welcoming community atmosphere, and positive impact on their children's confidence and physical development. The facility is led by Ed Carr, who is noted for his 20+ years of dedicated teaching and creating a culture of excellence.

   Passionate and dedicated instructorswelcoming and supportive atmospherequality instruction in multiple martial arts disciplinesstrong sense of community
2. 2

   Happy Bear Day Care Learning Center

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   16 Johns Drive, Hooksett, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   These reviews appear to be for a café/dessert shop in Korea, not a daycare center. The listings are mismatched - the business name and location do not align with the review content, which exclusively discusses food, atmosphere, and café experience rather than childcare services.

   Cute aesthetic and decorfriendly staffquality desserts with appealing presentationgood beverages
3. 3

   Places You'Ll Grow Child Development Center

   4.3 score

   4.6(5)

   167 Londonderry Turnpike, Hooksett, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Places You'll Grow receives mostly positive reviews praising caring, compassionate staff and individualized attention to children's wellbeing. However, one parent reported significant concerns including unexplained marks and scratches on their child, lack of security cameras, and staff dismissal of medical recommendations regarding feeding schedules.

   Caring and compassionate staffindividualized carestrong parent-staff relationshipssafe neighborhood
4. 4

   Little Apples Day Care & Learning Center

   4.16 score

   4.2(19)

   1160 Hooksett Road, Hooksett, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   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 parentsengaging activities and special theme days
5. 5

   Polka Dots Child Care Center

   3.88 score

   3.8(8)

   11 Kimball Drive, Suite 103, Hooksett, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   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 environmentchildren feel included
6. 6

   University Heights Learning Center

   3.71 score

   3.5(7)

   45 Mount Saint Mary'S Way, Hooksett, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   University Heights Learning Center (also referred to as ABC or Above and Beyond Childcare) receives mixed reviews. While many parents praise individual teachers for genuine care, support, and going above and beyond, others report serious concerns about management communication, safety hazard handling, and responsiveness to parental concerns.

   Caring and attentive teacherswarm staff membersexcellent support for children adjusting to new environmentsstrong emotion
7. 7

   Merrill Johnson Early Childhood Program

   3.6 score

   3.5(20)

   198 Londonderry Turnpike, Hooksett, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Parents consistently praise The Ark Learning Center for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong developmental support across all age groups. Staff are described as caring, patient, and attentive to individual child needs, with excellent communication through the Brightwheel app and daily updates. The facility emphasizes safety, outdoor play, and smooth transitions for children of varying ages.

   Caring and patient teacherswarm nurturing environmentdevelopmental growth supportstrong parent communication via Brightwheel app

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