12 Before or After School Daycare in Manchester, New Hampshire

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Manchester

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

   Manchester Child Development Center

   4.51 score

   4.8(9)

   2020 Goff Falls Road, Manchester, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Parents consistently praise Manchester Child Development Center for its nurturing, home-like environment and dedicated staff who foster children's academic, social, and emotional growth. The center offers enriching activities, learning programs, and a welcoming atmosphere where children are excited to attend. One parent noted the owner can be dismissive, though this was an isolated concern.

   Caring and passionate staffhome-like feelchild-centered approachacademic advancement
2. 2

   Girls Incorporated Of New Hampshire - Manchester Division

   4.43 score

   4.7(8)

   340 Varney Street, Manchester, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Parents consistently praise Girls Incorporated of New Hampshire's Manchester Division as an excellent after-school program. Reviews highlight engaging activities, supportive staff, and a welcoming environment that helps girls develop social skills and confidence. The facility recently underwent outdoor improvements and provides meals for children.

   Engaging activities and learning opportunitiesnice and professional staffmeals providedupdated outdoor area
3. 3

   Manchester Head Start West

   4.39 score

   4.6(9)

   435 South Main Street, Manchester, NH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

   Manchester Head Start West receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff praised for patience, kindness, and genuine care toward children. The center supports dual language learners and offers family engagement opportunities. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving a staff member who allegedly hit students, citing inadequate transparency and delayed action from administration.

   Patient and kind staffsupports dual language learningfamily engagement eventscaring environment
4. 4

   Jewish Federation Preschool

   4.37 score

   4.5(14)

   152 Prospect Street, Manchester, NH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

   Jewish Federation Preschool (Temple Adath Yeshurun) in Manchester receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the warm, welcoming, and inclusive community atmosphere, along with Rabbi Beth's exceptional ability to connect with children and teach engagingly. The facility is noted for strong religious education programs, well-organized community events, and responsive leadership.

   Warm and welcoming environmentRabbi Beth's teaching ability and connection with childreninclusive communityresponsive staff
5. 5

   Apple Blossoms Child Center

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   1 Sundial Avenue, Suite 117, Manchester, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Apple Blossoms Child Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teacher care and engagement, strong academic and social development in children, and flexible scheduling that accommodates working families. The center emphasizes outdoor play, communication with parents, and individualized attention to each child's needs.

   Caring and experienced teachersstrong communication with p
6. 6

   St. Peter'S Home

   4.32 score

   4.4(19)

   300 Kelley Street, Manchester, NH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

   St. Peter's Home Day Care in Manchester receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, highlighting the caring staff, clean facilities, excellent outdoor spaces, strong sense of community, and nurturing learning environment where children are happy and engaged.

   Warm and caring staffclean and well-maintained facilitieslarge outdoor grounds and indoor play areasstrong sense of community
7. 7

   Little Rising Stars Child Care Center

   4.29 score

   4.4(14)

   191 South Jewett Street, Manchester, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Little Rising Stars Child Care Center in Manchester, NH receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and personalized attention given to children. Parents highlight strong communication, healthy meals prepared on-site, secure facilities, and individualized care including accommodation of special needs like food allergies. The center's 20+ year track record and small class sizes contribute to a family-oriented atmosphere that parents feel supports their children's development.

   Excellent staff professionalism and kindnessstrong communication with parentspersonalized daily reportsexperienced director (Jill)
8. 8

   Ymca Of Downtown Manchester Child Development Center

   4.16 score

   4.2(20)

   30 Mechanic St, Manchester, NH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Parents praise the YMCA Downtown Manchester Child Development Center for its warm, welcoming staff and quality child care programs. The facility offers excellent amenities including a pool, multiple gyms, and well-organized sports and camp programs. Families appreciate the professional, friendly team and overall family-oriented environment.

   Friendly and helpful staffquality child carewell-maintained facilitiesimpressive pool and swim instruction program
9. 9

   Ymca Of Downtown Manchester School'S Out Program @ Green Acres

   4.16 score

   4.2(20)

   100 Aurore Street, Manchester, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

   Parents praise the YMCA's School's Out Program for its warm, welcoming staff and well-maintained facilities. The program offers quality childcare, sports programs, and a strong swim instruction program. Families appreciate the friendly atmosphere and professional team members.

   Excellent and friendly staffquality childcarerobust swim instruction programwell-organized weight room and gym equipment
10. 10

    Ymca Of Downtown Manchester School'S Out Program @ Weston

    4.16 score

    4.2(20)

    1066 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise the YMCA's School's Out Program for its warm, welcoming staff and well-maintained facilities. The facility offers quality childcare, sports programs, and a strong swim instruction program. Most reviewers highlight the friendly and helpful team as a major strength.

    Friendly and professional staffquality childcare for toddlersrobust swim instruction programwell-organized equipment

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