How do I choose the right daycare in Laconia?

When choosing a daycare in Laconia, 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

What types of daycare are available in Laconia?

Laconia offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Laconia, New Hampshire (6 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New Hampshire?

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 Laconia for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Laconia

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.

Lakes Region Child Care Services

4.39 score

4.6(9)

Elm Street Elementary School, Laconia, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise Lakes Region Child Care Services for its caring and genuine staff who are respectful, hardworking, and attentive to children's needs. The facility is described as safe and clean with great classes and programs. All reviewers expressed high satisfaction with their experiences.

Kind and caring staffrespectful and honest employeesclean facilitysafe environment

Fledglings Preschool At Prescott Farm

4.37 score

4.5(14)

928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Reviews praise Prescott Farm as an excellent community resource featuring nature trails, outdoor play areas, and educational programs. Visitors highlight the welcoming staff, beautiful woodland facilities, and engaging activities like maple sugaring and mushroom foraging. The facility offers free admission and parking with no negative feedback reported.

nature trailsoutdoor play area with multiple stations (musiccookingtree house

Lakes Region Child Care Services

4.31 score

4.5(8)

22 Strafford Street, Unit 4, Laconia, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise Lakes Region Child Care Services for its organized, calm environment with trained and caring staff. Children are reported to be well-cared-for, happy, and thriving. One reviewer noted a parking lot issue unrelated to childcare quality.

Calm and organized stafffriendly atmospherechildren enjoy attendingpersonalized attention

Open Door Preschool And Childcare Center

3.65 score

3.3(5)

645 Union Avenue, Laconia, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Open Door Preschool has mixed reviews. Satisfied parents praised loving, engaged staff, frequent communication via app, cleanliness, and individual attention to children. However, the facility received complaints about unprofessional service, unresponsiveness, long wait times for pickup/dropoff, billing issues, and hygiene concerns.

Loving and engaged stafffrequent photo updates via appclean and organized facilityattentive caregivers

Lakes Region Child Care Services

3.38 score

3.1(11)

350 Pleasant Street, Laconia, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Lakes Region Child Care Services receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied families highlighting caring staff, safe environment, activities, and meal provision. However, some parents report concerns about staff changes, injury response protocols, and supervision levels.

Friendly and caring staffsecure check-in/check-outpositive atmospheremeals provided

Boys & Girls Clubs Of Central New Hamphsire - Lakes Region Unit

3.38 score

3.1(11)

876 North Main Street, Laconia, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The Boys & Girls Club of Lakes Region in Laconia receives mixed reviews with significant variability in experiences. Positive reviews praise friendly staff, secure operations, activities, and provided meals, while negative reviews cite safety concerns, inadequate injury reporting, staff changes, and insufficient supervision.

Friendly and caring staffsecure check-in/check-out procedureschild safety focusfun activities and arts programs

Child Daycare & Preschools in Laconia, New Hampshire

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Laconia, New Hampshire, making up 60% of the 10 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 Laconia, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Laconia, New Hampshire, out of 10 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 Laconia, 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

Laconia offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 Laconia for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Laconia 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.

6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Laconia, New Hampshire

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Laconia

Top Rated

Fledglings Preschool At Prescott Farm

Lakes Region Child Care Services

Open Door Preschool And Childcare Center

Boys & Girls Clubs Of Central New Hamphsire - Lakes Region Unit

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Daycare types in Laconia