Find child care providers in Portsmouth, NH that you’ll love

80 child care providers are listed in Portsmouth, NH

The average rate is $21/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 7 years

Child care providers in Portsmouth, NH

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Pamala M.


Portsmouth, NH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking To Possibly Help On Weekends

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I have been working with children from ages 6 wks. to 6+ yrs. for over 30 years. I have worked in an in-home family daycare as a teacher's aide for 5+ yrs. and started as an assistant and worked my way up to becoming a lead teacher in a nursery/preschool/kindergarten Ctr. for over 13 yrs. I have been a nanny for 10+ yrs. for...
Pamala can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling, Travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Pam has been a wonderful nanny to my 2 boys (now 1.5 and 5 yrs/old) for over one year. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and organized. She is loving and playful, and I feel completely confident that my children are safe in her care. She has successfully...

Lindsay E.

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Jessica-lee M.


Portsmouth, NH

$22-24/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a fun-loving, enthusiastic, and experienced nanny. I have worked for multiple families in the Boston area until I moved to Portsmouth 3 years ago. I come highly recommended by these families as I am experienced in caring for children of all ages as well as special needs children. I have studied childcare and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Recent review:

5.0
Jessica is not just a nanny/babysitter to our family but she has become our dearest family friend. She started to care for my son when he was 2 years old. She was a firm but gentle presence especially with an active boy. She would regularly share photos and...

Care member

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Audrey L.


Portsmouth, NH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello New Family, My name is Audrey. I am 25 years old and am looking for a family to grow with. I am located in Portsmouth NH. I have been babysitting since I was 10. I have my degree in education and will soon have my school psychology specialist degree. I have worked in ABA, daycares, schools and love children of all ages....
Audrey can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Audrey was our nanny for our 3 month old for 3 months until heading back to grad school. She is punctual, reliable and quick thinking. As a new mom I was figure out things and Audrey was happy to help problem solve with me. She still sits for us and our now 1 year...

Shannon T.

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Sarah M.


Portsmouth, NH

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Babysitter Available For Part-Time Employment- Hours Vary

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I grew up in a big family (middle of 5 kids and lots of cousins) in New Hampshire. I started babysitting when I was 16 years old and have worked for many families over the years. The ages of children I have watched range from infant-teenager. I have a car and a clean driving record, so transportation is not a problem. I...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, Carpooling

Recent review:

5.0
Sarah did a great job immediately with our 2 and 3 year old on a rough day. We would recommend her to anyone!

Alex F.

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Kathleen G.


Portsmouth, NH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I live in South Berwick , ME. I work full time at a child care center in York. I have no children myself, but I love kids and I love spending time with them. I have been working with children for 12 +years both as a babysitter and in a child care setting. I have worked with children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years.
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Kathleen was great babysitting our almost 2 year old daughter. We would definitely use her again!

Adam Z.

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Megan H.


Portsmouth, NH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With A Flexible Schedule

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an energetic, caring, and responsible nanny who loves to play games, get creative and be outside. I've been babysitting and volunteering at summer camps for the last 10 years between professional jobs. I have experience caring for children from newborns to 12 years of age. I also worked with high school aged special...
Megan can also help with: Travel, Carpooling, Grocery shopping

Recent review:

5.0
Megan is an excellent care taker. She babysat our 7 year old daughter and 3 year old son. She is punctual, great with our kids and comes from a nice family. We highly recommend Megan and if we could hire her full-time we would! Anyone who welcomes Megan into their...

Jo-Ellen P.

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Abigail H.


Portsmouth, NH

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I work with students ages-5th grade in need of general reading support or literacy intervention of varying levels. I have 7+ years of teaching experience and I am a licensed reading specialist with a Masters of Education. I utilize the science of reading and Orton-Gillingham methodology in all of my tutoring. In the other hand I...
Abigail can also help with: Travel, Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Abigail is a delight to work with! She is very organized, punctual and creative. She is a wonderful teacher and caregiver for children. Abigail makes learning fun and engaging! She always has her students best interest in mind and is always an advocate for them....

Jenna C.

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Jacqueline C.


Portsmouth, NH

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Seasoned And Flexible Nanny/Babysitter Available Part Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience working with children from newborns to adolescents. While raising my own 3 children, I ran an in home daycare for 6 years. After my youngest daughter went off to school I went to work teaching preschool and worked there until I was offered the position as an adolescent counselor. I was employed...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Jacqui is dependable, organized ,enthusiastic individual. She is supportive , giving and sensitive to others needs. Always has a smile.

Pamela C.

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Griffin C.


Portsmouth, NH

$18-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Griffin. After graduating from Clarkson University in 2020 I moved to Portsmouth, NH where I now live with my girlfriend Sarah, a loving chocolate lab, and a bearded dragon. I grew up in central Idaho where I learned to love the outdoors. I have Wilderness First Responder, CPR, and Swift-water rescue...
Griffin can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Travel, Grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
I have three children, (two boys and a girl) ages 10, 8, and 5. Despite the diverse ages, energy levels, and interests of my kids, Griffin was able to seamlessly engage with each one. Griffin is outgoing, he's funny, and he has no problem jumping in and playing...

Jess K.

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Danielle L.


Portsmouth, NH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Former Preschool/ Pre-k

Hi, I am currently not taking any daytime hours but am available for weekday date nights. I will be opening back up in June for full days just in time for school vacation so please reach out for summer hours. my name is Danielle. I have a degree in early childhood education, from birth through 5 years old. I have worked as...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling, Grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
I wholeheartedly recommend Dani. Her expertise with children shines through as she creates unique experiences for our toddler. My husband and I are amazed at how much he has learned under her care. After just a few afternoons with Dani, our toddler now knows the...

Axi W.

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Kaitlyn S.


Portsmouth, NH

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Summer Babysitter & Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am finishing up my second year as a first grade teacher. I graduated from UNH, where I earned my Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies and my Master's degree in Elementary Education. I am a licensed teacher in the state of NH. In my six+ years of experience, I have completed many internships and practicums...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

Recent review:

5.0
Kaitlyn is a treasure. She is completing her final year at UNH to be a teacher; her students will be so lucky. We adore her. She is patient, kind, and has amazing ideas.

Jocelyn P.

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Haley R.


Portsmouth, NH

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Haley, I'm 21 years old living in Portsmouth, NH. Before living on my own, I was living with my five younger cousins (1, 1, 3, 7,&10). I also am the oldest of 7! My childcare experience includes long-term nannying for: a set of twin 7-month-olds, 2 4 and 6-year-olds, 4 and 8-year-olds, a 1-year-old, and an...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Haley. She came into our lives when I was struggling, as most new mothers do, in balancing my new role as a mother with my professional one. Our son fell in love with Haley, as did we. She was kind, communicative, and...

Eliza G.

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Dawn P.


Portsmouth, NH

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I'm an active 55 yr old Mom of a sweet 15 yr old boy. I've been blessed to be a part of his day to day and as he breaks away I now have time to care for another little person Before I had my boy I was a Nanny for 8 years for a family who trusted me to care for their 3 children. My motto is to provide a safe and nurturing...
Dawn can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Travel

Recent review:

5.0
Dawn is warm, responsible, caring, punctual and much more. She cared for our 9 yo daughter in the spring. During this time, wE knew our daughter was well cared for, very safe and having fun! Dawn was engaging, trustworthy, and dependable. Highly recommend!

Holly G.

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Annie S.


Portsmouth, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a recent college graduate interested in nannying/babysitting! I have had experience working as a camp counselor and an art teacher. I study theater, and love working with kids to come up with creative and interactive activities and games. I love organizing and cleaning, and would be happy to help around the house. I...
Skills:

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Annie nannied full-time for us for four months and she was wonderful! She took such great care of our infant son and we never had to worry about anything when she was at the house. We would recommend Annie for any family.

David B.

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Alexandra F.


Portsmouth, NH

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver Available

Hi Everyone! I am an experienced nanny who has taken care of children from ages 2+. I have experience working for the YMCA in their after school programs as well, with children from ages 5-12. I love kids and being able to use my creative skills and knowledge throughout the day to help them grow.
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Child care centers in Portsmouth, NH

Discovery Child Enrichment Center, Inc.

30 Rye St, Portsmouth, NH

Starting at $210/wk

Discovery Child Enrichment Center, Inc. located in Portsmouth New Hampshire is a childcare provider that offers a nurturing environment for children. It provides developmentally appropriate curriculum that fits infants, toddlers, preschoolers and prekindergartens. The center has a capacity of 149...

Seacoast Community School

Seacoast Community School

100 Campus Drive Suite. 20, Portsmouth, NH

Starting at $218/day

Founded in 1967, we were formerly known as Community Child Care Center of Portsmouth. We offer Quality Early Learning for ages 8 weeks to 12 years. 10 Licensed and Accredited early childhood classrooms (National Association for the Education of Young Children), 2 licensed inclusive preschool...

Community Day Care Center

1 Franklin Dr, Portsmouth, NH

Costimate: $250/wk

Community Day Care Center is a licensed child care facility that offers full-time and part-time educational day care services to families living in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The company offers NAEYC-accredited early learning programs for preschool children, ages 8 weeks to 6 years old. The company...

YMCA of the Seacoast

YMCA of the Seacoast

550 Peverly Hill Road, Portsmouth, NH

Costimate: $243/wk

Afternoons are so much more fun at the Y School's Out Program at Camp Gundalow. This program is a great way for your child to make friends and enjoy some fun physical activity in a safe, structured environment with caring trained YMCA child care professionals. Families will also be able to register...

PATS FAMILY CHILD CARE

1400 Woodbury Ave, Portsmouth, NH

Costimate: $243/wk

Pat's Family Child Care offers a warm and caring atmosphere. They believe in family child care as an important extension of the child's family. They offer a flexible daily program to meet the needs and interests of children both in individual or group activities.

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Portsmouth, NH

Pamala M.

5.0

Pam has been a wonderful nanny to my 2 boys (now 1.5 and 5 yrs/old) for over one year. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and organized. She is loving and playful, and I feel completely confident that my children are safe in her care. She has successfully managed to keep my 5 year old happy,...

- Lindsay E.

Jessica-lee M.

5.0

Jessica is not just a nanny/babysitter to our family but she has become our dearest family friend. She started to care for my son when he was 2 years old. She was a firm but gentle presence especially with an active boy. She would regularly share photos and updates and was very quick to respond to...

- Care member

Audrey L.

5.0

Audrey was our nanny for our 3 month old for 3 months until heading back to grad school. She is punctual, reliable and quick thinking. As a new mom I was figure out things and Audrey was happy to help problem solve with me. She still sits for us and our now 1 year old is always happy to see her....

- Shannon T.

Sarah M.

5.0

Sarah did a great job immediately with our 2 and 3 year old on a rough day. We would recommend her to anyone!

- Alex F.

Kathleen G.

5.0

Kathleen was great babysitting our almost 2 year old daughter. We would definitely use her again!

- Adam Z.

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Ratings for Portsmouth, NH child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Child Care Providers in Portsmouth, NH are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 80 listed child care providers.