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3 Before or After School Daycare in Derry, New Hampshire

Browse all 3 before or after school daycare in Derry, New Hampshire. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Derry

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
    Clubhouse Day Care
    4.58 score
    4.8(13)

    11 And 13 Peabody Road, Derry, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Clubhouse Day Care in Derry receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the nurturing, organized environment and dedicated long-term staff. Parents emphasize the facility's cleanliness, educational curriculum, daily communication via app, and on-site meal preparation. Children reportedly look forward to attending and show visible growth and happiness.

    Experienced staff with low turnovernurturing and caring environmentwell-organized curriculumeducational activities and field trips
  2. 2
    Greater Derry Extended Day Program
    4.41 score
    4.6(11)

    21 Eastgate Road, Derry, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise the Greater Derry Extended Day Program for its caring staff, affordable pricing, and positive impact on children's social development and confidence. The program is described as a safe, well-run facility that teaches valuable life skills and helps children build lasting friendships. One parent raised concerns about staff oversight of age-appropriate relationships between boys and girls.

    Affordable pricingcaring and attentive staffsafe environmentstrong social development for children
  3. 3
    Greater Derry Extended Day Program
    4.41 score
    4.6(11)

    6 Grinnell Road, Derry, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Greater Derry Extended Day Program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's care, affordability, and positive impact on children's social development and well-being. The program is described as a safe, well-run facility that teaches valuable life skills and helps children thrive. One parent raised a concern about age-appropriate relationship boundaries.

    Caring and supportive staffaffordable pricingsafe environmentstrong social development for children
  4. 4
    Sonshine Preschool And Day Care
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    53 North Main Street, Derry, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Sonshine Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents who praise the caring staff, loving atmosphere, and above-average academics. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including a child going missing and alleged inappropriate discipline practices.

    caring and loving staffabove-average academicsconsistent and understanding with sick daysjoyful atmosphere

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Derry based on parent reviews

Greater Derry Extended Day Program

4.6(11)

21 Eastgate Road, Derry, NH

Parents overwhelmingly praise the Greater Derry Extended Day Program for its caring staff, affordable pricing, and positive impact on children's social development and confidence. The program is described as a safe, well-run facility that teaches valuable life skills and helps children build lasting friendships. One parent raised concerns about staff oversight of age-appropriate relationships between boys and girls.

Affordable pricingcaring and attentive staffsafe environment

Greater Derry Extended Day Program

4.6(11)

6 Grinnell Road, Derry, NH

Greater Derry Extended Day Program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's care, affordability, and positive impact on children's social development and well-being. The program is described as a safe, well-run facility that teaches valuable life skills and helps children thrive. One parent raised a concern about age-appropriate relationship boundaries.

Caring and supportive staffaffordable pricingsafe environment

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Daycare types in Derry

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Derry, New Hampshire

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Derry, New Hampshire, making up 21% of the 14 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 Derry, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in Derry

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Greater Derry Extended Day Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise the Greater Derry Extended Day Program for its caring staff, affordable pricing, and positive impact on children's social development and confidence. The program is described as a safe, well-run facility that teaches valuable life skills and helps children build lasting friendships. One parent raised concerns about staff oversight of age-appropriate relationships between boys and girls.

Affordable pricingcaring and attentive staffsafe environment
Address
21 Eastgate Road, Derry, NH
Phone
(603) 818-1008
Greater Derry Extended Day Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Greater Derry Extended Day Program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's care, affordability, and positive impact on children's social development and well-being. The program is described as a safe, well-run facility that teaches valuable life skills and helps children thrive. One parent raised a concern about age-appropriate relationship boundaries.

Caring and supportive staffaffordable pricingsafe environment
Address
6 Grinnell Road, Derry, NH
Phone
(603) 818-1008
South Range Extended Day Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1 Drury Lane, Derry, NH
Phone
(603) 479-1021

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Derry, New Hampshire, out of 14 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 Derry, 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
Derry offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 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 Derry for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Derry 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.