How do I choose the right daycare in Stratham?

When choosing a daycare in Stratham, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Stratham, New Hampshire (5 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Stratham?

Stratham offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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 Stratham for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stratham

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.

Acorn School

4.62 score

4.9(11)

136 Winnicutt Road, Stratham, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Acorn School receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a magical, play-based learning environment with exceptional outdoor education. Parents consistently highlight the caring, skilled staff, strong community, and their children's love of learning and personal growth.

Outdoor learning environmentplay-based curriculumskilled and nurturing teachersstrong sense of community

Little Sprouts

4.56 score

4.7(20)

1 Portsmouth Avenue, Stratham, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Little Sprouts Stratham receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all age groups. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, strong communication from leadership, clean facilities, and engaging curriculum that keeps children happy and learning. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and continued enrollment for years, reflecting high satisfaction.

Caring and patient teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationclean well-maintained facilitye

Richie Mcfarland Children'S Center

4.55 score

5(6)

11 Sandy Point Road, Stratham, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Richie McFarland Children's Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's professionalism and helpfulness. Parents particularly highlight the center's effectiveness in speech development and special services through programs like Partners in Health. The facility is described as wonderful with exceptional, attentive staff who provide strong support and guidance.

Exceptional case workersfast and attentive serviceprofessional staffhelpful and supportive

Child Daycare & Preschools in Stratham, New Hampshire

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Stratham, New Hampshire, making up 83% of the 6 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 Stratham, 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 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Stratham, New Hampshire, out of 6 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 Stratham, 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

Stratham offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Stratham for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Stratham 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.

5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Stratham, New Hampshire

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stratham

Top Rated

Acorn School

Little Sprouts

Richie Mcfarland Children'S Center

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Daycare types in Stratham