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73 Pickering Rd. Unit 102 ROCHESTER, NH
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7 mi
We believe that environment shapes experience—that's why our 7,000+ square foot facility is designed with both comfort and adventure in mind. Our children enjoy spacious classrooms, a dedicated nursing room, and a unique indoor climbing space for year-round movement and exploration.
Just outside, a peaceful river and waterfall offer daily moments of calm and curiosity. With access to nearby hiking trails and our own mill building for local field trips, every day brings something new to…
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Care Member says "We love Nanook, highly recommended this facility. Lots of fun activities, clean environment, good communication and the staff are fantastic."
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At Good to Grow Childcare, we believe childhood should be filled with wonder, connection, and the freedom to learn through play. Our classrooms are thoughtfully designed to nurture each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development while creating a safe, loving environment where children feel seen, valued, and confident.
We proudly care for children from 6 weeks through Kindergarten, offering age-appropriate classrooms led by experienced, compassionate educators who…
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KENDRA D. says "The staff is really phenomenal with the kids there has been a lot of the same staff there. I love that they take the time out to listen to the parents and provide feedback they really make us feel comfortable with sending our kids there. "
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We're excited to open our doors on the first Saturday of every month, from 10 a.m. to 12 pm! Join us for any of our upcoming Open House dates:
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Come tour our classrooms, meet our educators, and see firsthand what makes Little Sprouts feel like home.
Welcome to Little Sprouts Early Education and Child Care in Stratham-Exeter, NH
Our school offers the early learning experience you are looking for – whether…
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Alex L. says "We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our children. Our children have learned so much and look forward to returning each day. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes into preparing meaningful experiences for their students of all ages. The school is always clean, welcoming, and their communication with parents is solid. We highly recommend!"
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554B MAIN STREET SPRINGVALE, ME
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18 mi
We are a small center caring for children 6 weeks old through 5 years old! We care for 36 children per day.
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Care Member says "My son has attended Learning Ladder for years, he has been in every room except the infant room. I can honestly say, we will be leaving a piece of our hearts there as he moves on from this amazing facility to public school this fall. They truly meet your child where they are at, they communicate, support and genuinely care about each and every child. It’s hard enough to leave your kiddo and head to work if you’re looking for a daycare that will provide piece of mind, and…
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We offer full and part time programs in a safe, nurturing environment. Children are exposed to a full early learning curriculum and have plenty of outdoor time in our country location. We enroll children from 6 weeks through Kindergarten. We use hands on approaches as often as possible and know that young children learn best while they are moving and physically experiencing the lessons! Kids are all about the fun...and so are we!
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Anonymous says "my child loves the center and is in great hands at all times!!"
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At Leaps and Bounds Learning Center we strive to provide an educationally focused environment where children can discover the world around them with the guidance of loving, dedicated, and qualified staff. We support children to understand themselves and their special place in this world through stressing the value of each child's individuality and creativity. Our mission is to provide rich and meaningful learning experiences in a safe and nurturing environment where children engage in…
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The Little Buddies Child Care provides a childcare program in South Berwick, Maine. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Little Buddies Child Care welcomes infants through pre-K children and is open Mondays to Fridays from seven AM to five thirty PM.
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100 Campus Drive Suite. 20 Portsmouth, NH
10 mi
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 classrooms in partnership with Portsmouth and Greeenland School Departments, and 4 licensed before & after school programs in all four Portsmouth and Greenland Elementary Schools in NH.
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100 Campus Drive Ste 20 Portsmouth, NH
10 mi
We offer a quality early learning program for ages 8 weeks to 12 years. We are nationally accredited for early childhood education. We offer an inclusive preschool, before & after school care for K - 5th grade, and full day summer programs.
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Family child care in my home. I have space available for children 2 years old and up.
The YMCA of Strafford County nurtures the potential of every child by supporting their unique youth development journey through holistic programming. From cradle to career, the Y provides all youth with the tools and resources they need to succeed in life. Child care offerings include:
INFANTS (6 WEEKS - 1 YEAR), TODDLERS (1 YEAR - 2 YEAR)
Our highly devoted team work hard to ignite every child's love of learning each and every day. In the toddler classroom, children experience an array of…
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The Kid Zone at the YMCA of Strafford County is drop-in childcare for our members to leave their children with our trained, professional staff while they workout in our Health and Wellness center. Available mornings and evenings most days. Contact us for current hours and membership information.
Mission: The Granite YMCA creates a community where all are welcome and builds a healthy spirit, mind and body based on the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
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171 Exeter Road Newfields, NH
12 mi
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Conveniently located on the Stratham and Exeter town lines, at the intersection of Route 101 and Portsmouth Avenue, our Little Sprouts Stratham Exeter school is the ideal choice for commuting families and neighboring communities. Bright, sun-drenched classrooms will stimulate your child's mind, as cheerful colors and sounds of laughter create excitement for the day ahead. Your child is free to explore and play in our spacious classrooms, designed to inspire learning and discovery in every…
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Choosing somebody to trust with the care of your child is never an easy decision, it doesn't matter if it's your first child or your fifth. At Ohana, we do everything we can to provide a fun, warm, welcoming environment in hopes that when you drop your child off in the morning it will feel more like leaving them with family. We are a small center, and we love it that way because it gives us the ability to spend meaningful time with all of the children in our care and provide a curriculum that…
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Care Member says "Christina and her staff are amazing. They treated my children like they were their own and showed so much compassion and love for them. They were amazing at creating fun learning experiences and helping them create friendships with their peers."
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407 York Street York Harbor, ME
13 mi
Time of Wonder Early Learning Center provides high quality, affordable child care and learning experiences for all children. Our classrooms include Infants, Toddlers and Preschoolers. Our early learning center provides children with the opportunity to engage in fun and educational activities, while forming new friendships with other children and positive relationships with staff members. The program encourages children to participate in activities and experiences that benefit them…
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Great Expectations Preschool, LLC is a brand new preschool program for ages 3-6 located at 98 Hamilton Drive in Epping, NH. We offer full day (8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.) and half day (8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.) programs. Prices start at just $60 per week and range up to $175 per week.
Great Expectations is licensed through the state of New Hampshire as a small preschool program / daycare center. We accept state scholarship funding and military scholarships.
We are an in-home kindergarten prep…
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Hogarth Country Day School offers two thoughtfully designed preschool programs: morning Early Kindergarten for four- and five-year-olds, and afternoon Prekindergarten for children of all preschool ages, beginning as young as two and a half. Class size is limited to 14 students, allowing each child to be known, supported, and celebrated as an individual. Both classes are taught by owner and Teaching Director Andrea Murphy, with the support of an experienced assistant teacher.
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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents
Pre-K Schools are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 10 listed pre-k schools
Nanook Learning Center
We love Nanook, highly recommended this facility. Lots of fun activities, clean environment, good communication and the staff are fantastic.
- Care member
Good to Grow Childcare- KITTERY
The staff is really phenomenal with the kids there has been a lot of the same staff there. I love that they take the time out to listen to…
- KENDRA D.
Little Sprouts Stratham
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Sprouts! The staff is incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to the needs of our…
- Alex L.
FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Dover, NH
What are the benefits of sending my child to a pre-k near me in Dover, NH?
Pre-k programs in Dover, NH offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!
What questions should I ask when researching a pre-k near me in Dover, NH?
We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Dover, NH, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.
What will my child do at pre-k near me in Dover, NH?
Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Dover, NH typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!
What else do I need to know about pre-k near me in Dover, NH?
Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Dover, NH programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.
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