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Best Headstart Programs in Laconia, NH

Compare 1 headstart programs in Laconia. Average rating: 3.96/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Laconia, New Hampshire at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.96/5
Parent reviews
60
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Laconia has 1 licensed headstart programs with 60 parent reviews averaging 3.96/5.The largest concentration is in 03246 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

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.

  1. 1
    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
  2. 2
    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
  3. 3
    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
  4. 4
    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
  5. 5
    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
  6. 6
    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

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Laconia

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Laconia, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.85avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.85avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Laconia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0324610
3.96
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Laconia (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Laconia based on parent reviews

Franklin Head Start

4.6(2)

121 Belmont Road, Laconia, NH

One parent highlights the program's effectiveness in addressing early developmental delays, while another reports inadequate supervision and unresolved bullying incidents. Feedback is mixed, with praise for staff involvement contrasted by concerns about safety and teacher attentiveness.

early intervention for developmental delaysstaff involvement and pridepositive preschool experience

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Daycare types in Laconia

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Headstart Programs in Laconia, New Hampshire

There are 1 headstart programs in Laconia, New Hampshire, making up 10% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Laconia have an average rating of 3.96 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 60 parent reviews.

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.

All Headstart Programs in Laconia

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Franklin Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.6

One parent highlights the program's effectiveness in addressing early developmental delays, while another reports inadequate supervision and unresolved bullying incidents. Feedback is mixed, with praise for staff involvement contrasted by concerns about safety and teacher attentiveness.

early intervention for developmental delaysstaff involvement and pridepositive preschool experience
Address
121 Belmont Road, Laconia, NH
Phone
(603) 528-5334

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs 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.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Laconia have an average Google rating of 3.96 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
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.