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Nurture & Nature Children's Center
5.0
My son has attended since infancy. I know he is safe, cared for, and happy at the center. We love the emphasis on outdoor education and child-centered learning.
- Elizabeth F
Acorn School Inc
5.0
We have two boys at Acorn School currently. It is truly an amazing place. It feels like a second home for our family. The teachers are so loving and giving, and make each child feel special. The focus of this school is on play and outdoors and letting kids be kids. I would highly recommend you...
- Christopher B
Little Tree Education
5.0
This school is all about the whole child. Not only does my toddler feel loved by her teachers and staff but she feels like she can experiment and learn. Indoors and outdoors, the school has been thoughtfully built so that my toddler feels empowered to be independent and explore freely. Above the...
- Rachel
Preschools in Portsmouth, NH
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...
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...
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.
We off quality early learning programs for ages 8 weeks - 12 years. We are nationally accredited for early childhood education. We offer an inclusive preschool, before & after school programs for K-5th grade, and full-day summer programs.
Little Blessings Preschool and Day Care located at 1035 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, offers standard childcare and learning services. The center is open from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool, and kindergarten...
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...
Unal Kaya Day Care in Portsmouth, NH offers a loving, home-style, nurturing, and warm environment for children. The provide constant positive attention and allow the students to interact, thrive, and develop respectfully as well as positively with others. They work together with the parents to...
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...
The Children's Garden is an early childhood center that offers preschool programs and extended day care services. The company is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and offers different schedules to meet the needs of every family. The Children's Garden’s services are open to kids three years of age...
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5.0
"My son has attended since infancy. I know he is safe, cared for, and happy at the center. We love the emphasis on outdoor education and child-centered learning."
Elizabeth F
Offering In-home SUMMER CARE! Do you work from home and find it hard to have your child in the next room? I can help! I am offering a safe, enriching environment using a responsive and developmentally appropriate approach. I will guide your child through intentional, stimulating activities. I am an...
Previously licensed Preschool in home and profession nanny to high profile family. Currently mom of 2 daughters age 5(June 27,2013) and 2(Oct 3, 2016). Recently built a new home with a separate daycare area but haven't decided on going full throttle yet but looking to keep things small and tight...
St. George's Child Care Center DBA Time of Wonder Early Learning Center
407 York Street, York Harbor, ME
Starting at $185/wk
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...
Helping Hands Childcare Center is currently accepting enrollments for children ages 1-6! We are a licensed Childcare facility with the capacity of 20 children. Our facility is located on 1274 State Road in Eliot, Maine not far from Routes 103, 95, 236, and the NH Border.
Program Highlights:...
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Acorn School Inc is an early childhood education center that offers child care learning programs for pre-kindergarten kids. The company is based in Stratham, New Hampshire, and its services are geared towards children ages three to six years old. Acorn School Inc implements a play-based curriculum...
5.0
"We have two boys at Acorn School currently. It is truly an amazing place. It feels like a second home for our family. The teachers are so loving and giving, and make each child feel special. The focus of this school is on play and outdoors and letting kids be...
Christopher B
5.0
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Little Tree Education is an innovative, Montessori-based School in Madbury NH that serves modern families in the NH Seacoast and Dover, Durham, Madbury area.
LTE is focused on redefining the standard of early education. If you value education from birth, LTE is for your family.
Little Tree...
5.0
"This school is all about the whole child. Not only does my toddler feel loved by her teachers and staff but she feels like she can experiment and learn. Indoors and outdoors, the school has been thoughtfully built so that my toddler feels empowered to be...
Rachel
Located in Kittery, Maine, Adventure Learning, Inc. is a preschool designed to serve children three years up to five years. It offers programs that involve motor, cognitive, language, and social development. The center is a licensed nursery school that is capable of accommodating a maximum number of...
Located in Kittery, Maine, Our School Nursery School offers early educational programs for children ages two and a half years up to five years old. It aims to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for its students. The school gives age-appropriate activities to students that include...
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Helping Hands preschool is an affiliate of Seacoast Baptist Church located in Elliot, ME. This preschool is a great and warm environment for child care and day care purposes.
We offer the following:
FDA Approved Snacks
Indoor/Outdoor Play Areas
Parking Available
Payment Accepted: Check &...
Children’s House Montessori School is located in Rye, NH. They have a maximum care capacity 60 available to ages 18 months to 6 years old children. They provide an enriching; flexible activities that help develop your child’s social, academic, physical and emotional growth.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Portsmouth, NH
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Portsmouth, NH?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Portsmouth, NH. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Portsmouth, NH for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Portsmouth, NH?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Portsmouth, NH, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Portsmouth, NH.
How can I find a preschool near me in Portsmouth, NH?
When looking for a preschool near you in Portsmouth, NH on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Portsmouth, NH who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.