Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Nashua, NH
Compare 21 child daycare & preschools in Nashua. Average rating: 4.58/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Nashua, New Hampshire at a glance
- Programs
- 21
- Avg rating
- 4.58/5
- Parent reviews
- 346
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 23
Nashua has 21 licensed child daycare & preschools with 346 parent reviews averaging 4.58/5.23 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 74% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 03063 (avg 4.83 stars), while 03060 has the largest selection (19 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nashua
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.
- 1Little Pilgrim School4.75 score5(15)
4 Watson Street, Nashua, NH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Little Pilgrim School receives universal 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children gain confidence, thrive academically, and look forward to attending daily. The school is noted for its play-based learning approach, strong communication, and welcoming community.
Warm and dedicated staffsafe and loving environmentplay-based and table-time learningexcellent director communication - 2Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant Birch Hill School4.6 score4.8(15)
17 Birch Hill Drive, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the Nashua Adult Learning Center for excellent instruction and welcoming staff across multiple programs including GED/HiSET, childcare, and professional development courses. The daycare program is highlighted for enrichment activities, included meals, flexible hours, and attentive staff care. All reviews are highly positive with consistent 5-star ratings.
Knowledgeable and flexible instructorspersonalized learning supportopen and quiet learning environmentchildcare includes music lessons and outdoor activities - 3
50 Arlington Street, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the Nashua Adult Learning Center for its dual offerings in adult education and quality childcare for infants and young children. The daycare receives high marks for caring staff, engaging activities, and practical amenities like included formula and flexible scheduling. Adult learners appreciate experienced instructors, self-paced learning, and affordable courses in GED preparation, computer skills, and accounting.
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15 Osgood Street, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the Nashua Adult Learning Center for its dual offerings in adult education and childcare. The daycare receives high marks for attentive staff, enriching activities (music, art, outdoor play), included meals, and flexible hours with no holiday closures. Adult learners commend knowledgeable instructors, self-paced programs, and affordable pricing across GED, computer, and accounting courses.
Caring and understanding staffenriching activities (musicpaintingsand tables - 5Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant4.6 score4.8(15)
37 Blanchard Street, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the Nashua Adult Learning Center for its excellent childcare program for infants and young children, featuring enrichment activities like music, painting, and outdoor time. Staff are described as caring and welcoming, with inclusive amenities such as provided formula and baby food, plus extended hours with no holiday closures. The facility is noted as spacious and well-organized, though there is typically a waitlist due to high demand.
caring and attentive staffmusic and art enrichment activitiesoutdoor buggy ridesformula and baby food included - 6Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant4.6 score4.8(15)
20 Whitford Road, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
The Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant is highly rated for both its daycare services for infants and young children and its adult education programs. Parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities for children, inclusive amenities like formula and food, and flexible scheduling with no holiday closures. The center also offers quality instruction in GED preparation, computer skills, and accounting courses.
Caring and understanding staffengaging activities (musicpaintingsand tables - 7Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant4.6 score4.8(15)
4 Lake Street, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant is a school-based facility in Nashua, NH that serves multiple populations including infants/toddlers in daycare and adults seeking education. Parents praise the daycare for its engaging activities, attentive staff, included meals, and flexible scheduling with no holiday closures. Adult learners commend the instructors' expertise, flexible pacing, and affordable pricing for programs ranging from GED preparation to business software training.
Caring and attentive staffengaging activities (musicpaintingsand tables - 8Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant4.6 score4.8(15)
48 Charlette Avenue, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant is highly praised by parents for its daycare services for infants and young children under 4. Parents highlight attentive staff, engaging activities (music, painting, outdoor time), included meals, and flexible hours with no holiday closures. The facility also offers adult education programs in GED prep, computer skills, and accounting.
Caring and understanding staffengaging activities (music classespaintingsand tables - 9Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant4.6 score4.8(15)
10 Manchester Street, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Nashua Adult Learning Center is a school-based facility that serves multiple purposes: infant/toddler daycare and adult education programs. Parents praise the daycare for excellent staff care, engaging activities (music, painting, outdoor time), included meals, and flexible hours with no holiday closures. Adult learners commend the knowledgeable instructors, self-paced learning, and affordable courses in GED prep, computer skills, and accounting.
caring and attentive staffengaging activities for childrenformula and food includedopen year-round with flexible hours - 10Nashua Adult Learning Center - Mt. Pleasant4.6 score4.8(15)
39 Shady Lane, Nashua, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise Nashua Adult Learning Center for its exceptional childcare and educational programs. For daycare, parents highlight excellent staff, diverse activities (music, painting, outdoor time), included meals, and flexible hours. The facility is described as spacious, clean, and welcoming with strong leadership.
Caring and attentive staffincluded formula and baby foodopen year-round with no random holidays offdiverse enrichment activities
Rating Distribution
Based on 31 daycares with Google ratings in Nashua
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 346 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Nashua, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Nashua zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03063 | 7 | 4.83 | 4 | |
| 03062 | 7 | 4.7 | 5 | |
| 03060 | 19 | 4.51 | 11 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Nashua (– 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 Nashua based on parent reviews
Rivier College Early Childhood Center
29 Clement Street, Nashua, NH
Rivier College Early Childhood Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong curriculum, cleanliness, organization, and excellent communication through daily photos and notes. The facility's indoor play area and leadership are frequently highlighted as standout features.
Little Sprouts
1 Tara Boulevard, Nashua, NH
Little Sprouts Nashua receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents commend the caring and dedicated staff, excellent daily communication, clean facility, engaging curriculum, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.
Chapel School
3 Lutheran Drive, Nashua, NH
Parents highlight the school's caring and responsive staff, noting that children flourish in a nurturing, child-led environment. Reviewers report high satisfaction with the preparation for kindergarten and the joyful, sensory-rich learning experiences provided by the center.
Ymca Of Greater Nashua Schools Out Program
24 Stadium Drive, Nashua, NH
Parents praise the YMCA facility for its clean, modern amenities including pool, gym, indoor track, and diverse class offerings. The Kidstop childcare area receives particular recognition for quality care and creating a safe, welcoming environment. Overall, families appreciate the value and community atmosphere.
Marguerite'S Place
87 Palm Street, Nashua, NH
Marguerite's Place is a center-based daycare in Nashua, NH with consistently positive feedback about caring and friendly staff who support child development. However, one parent reported serious concerns about administrative handling of a custody situation, including a trespass order, refusal to release children, and sudden termination of enrollment without notice.
Girls Incorporated Of New Hampshire
27 Burke Street, Nashua, NH
Girls Incorporated of New Hampshire in Nashua receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. The organization is praised for its supportive staff, diverse programming, and safe environment for girls. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere, various activities, and commitment to helping girls reach their potential.
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Daycare types in Nashua
Child Daycare & Preschools in Nashua, New Hampshire
There are 21 child daycare & preschools in Nashua, New Hampshire, making up 55% of the 38 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 Nashua have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 31 rated facilities, with 74% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 346 parent reviews. Parents in Nashua most frequently praise daycares for affordable pricing, spacious and neat facility, and welcoming environment.
When choosing a daycare in Nashua, 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 Nashua
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Rivier College Early Childhood Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong curriculum, cleanliness, organization, and excellent communication through daily photos and notes. The facility's indoor play area and leadership are frequently highlighted as standout features.
- Address
- 29 Clement Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 897-8240
One parent reports that their daughter enjoys the program and has made significant learning progress, while also highlighting the staff's friendliness and administrative flexibility. The review specifically praises Jen's accommodation of schedule changes, as well as teachers Katie and Stephanie, noting the affordability and curriculum quality.
- Address
- 5 Norwood Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 521-8777
Parents highlight the school's caring and responsive staff, noting that children flourish in a nurturing, child-led environment. Reviewers report high satisfaction with the preparation for kindergarten and the joyful, sensory-rich learning experiences provided by the center.
- Address
- 3 Lutheran Drive, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 882-6142
One parent highlights the exceptional communication provided by the staff, noting the use of an app for daily updates and photos. The reviewer describes the team as friendly and attentive to their infant grandson's needs.
- Address
- 47 Grand Avenue, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 889-3825
Little Sprouts Nashua receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents commend the caring and dedicated staff, excellent daily communication, clean facility, engaging curriculum, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.
- Address
- 1 Tara Boulevard, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 809-4220
One parent highlights an incredible teacher who serves as a positive role model for multiple children. Another review notes the preschool has closed following the owner's retirement after 30 years, though former families recall receiving a strong educational foundation.
- Address
- 275 Broad Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 883-0970
Parents praise the YMCA facility for its clean, modern amenities including pool, gym, indoor track, and diverse class offerings. The Kidstop childcare area receives particular recognition for quality care and creating a safe, welcoming environment. Overall, families appreciate the value and community atmosphere.
- Address
- 24 Stadium Drive, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 882-2011
Marguerite's Place is a center-based daycare in Nashua, NH with consistently positive feedback about caring and friendly staff who support child development. However, one parent reported serious concerns about administrative handling of a custody situation, including a trespass order, refusal to release children, and sudden termination of enrollment without notice.
- Address
- 87 Palm Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 598-1582
The Launching Pad receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication. However, one parent raised serious concerns about security practices and staff conduct. Overall ratings are 5/5 from five reviewers and 1/5 from one reviewer.
- Address
- 53 Northeastern Boulevard, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 880-6395
Granite Start Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, compassionate director Joyce and dedicated teaching staff. Parents consistently highlight excellent academic learning experiences, pleasant daily interactions, and comfortable, well-maintained facilities including a wonderful playground. One negative review provides no substantive details.
- Address
- 4 Merrit Pkwy, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 880-3353
Girls Incorporated of New Hampshire in Nashua receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. The organization is praised for its supportive staff, diverse programming, and safe environment for girls. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere, various activities, and commitment to helping girls reach their potential.
- Address
- 27 Burke Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 882-6256
Humpty Dumpty Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, safe environment, learning activities, and strong communication through their app. However, some parents report significant concerns including unreliability with frequent closures, inconsistent health screening practices, unprofessional staff conduct, and poor customer service.
- Address
- 22 Lovewell Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 882-6075
Creative Years receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff, engaging activities, and well-maintained facilities. Parents appreciate the convenient breakfast and lunch service, excellent communication through an app, and supportive approach to separation anxiety. The school is described as clean, happy, and safe with good staff-to-children ratios.
- Address
- 30 Broad Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 880-7304
Minds in Motion receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the attentive teachers, responsive director Samantha, engaging activities, and comprehensive meal services. Multiple families report their children have overcome separation anxiety and formed strong bonds with staff members.
- Address
- 317-319 West Hollis Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 883-1036
One parent highlights the center's family-like treatment and collaborative goal-setting for first-time parents, while another criticizes the program for allowing children to fall behind age-specific curriculum standards despite favorable staff-to-child ratios.
- Address
- 5 Saint Laurent Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 883-4356
One parent reports that the center successfully prepared their middle child for elementary school and notes significant progress in their youngest child's headstart program within three months. The reviewer describes the program as wonderful and effective for early education.
- Address
- 134 Allds Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 889-7812
- Address
- 138 Spit Brook Road, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 888-1982
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and strong developmental outcomes for their children. The facility's curriculum, communication through the Tadpoles app, and well-maintained environment create a welcoming atmosphere where children thrive socially and academically. All reviewers express high satisfaction and recommend the school without reservation.
- Address
- 8 Townsend West, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 594-2800
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Nashua for exceptional staff who are caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in each child's development and wellbeing. The center is noted for creating welcoming, educational environments with strong family engagement and community events. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this nurturing setting.
- Address
- 3 Holiday Circle, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 897-1255
- Address
- 8 Dixville Street, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 921-1146
- Address
- 14 Kingston Drive, Nashua, NH
- Phone
- (603) 883-3016
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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 — 21 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
- Church Daycare — 2 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 12 facilities