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Best Headstart Programs in Swanzey, NH

Compare 1 headstart programs in Swanzey. Average rating: 3.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Swanzey, New Hampshire at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.75/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Swanzey offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 3.75/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Swanzey

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
    Monadnock Regional School District - Aces 93 @ Mt. Caesar
    3.08 score
    2.5(8)

    585 Old Homestead Highway, Swanzey, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    This facility receives overwhelmingly negative feedback with a 1.5/5 average rating across 8 reviews. Parents report serious concerns about bullying, inadequate teacher engagement, poor academic instruction, disrespectful student behavior, and unresponsive administration. One review praised teachers, but the vast majority describe an unsafe and ineffective learning environment.

    One reviewer mentioned teachers (context unclear due to review quality)
  2. 2
    Monadnock Regional School District - Aces 93 - Cutler
    3.08 score
    2.5(8)

    31 South Winchester Street, Swanzey, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    This school-based program receives overwhelmingly negative feedback from parents and former students. Common complaints include poor teaching quality, widespread bullying, disrespectful student behavior, inadequate staff response to discipline issues, and unresponsive administration.

    None mentioned

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Swanzey

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

2.5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Swanzey (– 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 Swanzey based on parent reviews

Southwestern Community Services - Swanzey Head Start

5

37 West Street, Swanzey, NH

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Daycare types in Swanzey

Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Swanzey, New Hampshire

There are 1 headstart programs in Swanzey, New Hampshire, making up 25% of the 4 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 Swanzey have an average rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Swanzey, 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 Swanzey

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Southwestern Community Services - Swanzey Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
37 West Street, Swanzey, NH
Phone
(603) 352-7254

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Swanzey, New Hampshire, out of 4 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 Swanzey have an average Google rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Swanzey, 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
Swanzey offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Swanzey for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Swanzey 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.