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Wee Be Kids Home Daycare

6 Willard Road Dover, NH

I have a small home daycare, one on one attention is given to make the daycare experience an extension of home life. Healthy meals and snacks and age appropriate activities. A daily journal is kept for the parents. A warm caring and loving atmosphere. 20 years experience, with early childhood education, CPR and Pediatric First...
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DOVER DAY CARE LEARNING CENTER INC

43 Back River Rd Dover, NH

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
DOVER DAY CARE LEARNING CENTER INC is a child care establishment situated in Dover, NH that provides services for the students in the community. This child care organization accepts students ranging from the ages of 6 weeks to 12 years old. This child care center started operating in the year 1968 and can accommodate a total of...
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Our Little Ones

7 Birch Dr Dover, NH

Child care
Our Little Ones is a state-licensed child care services provider that offers day care programs geared for preschoolers and elementary students. The company serves the Dover community in New Hampshire and is fully licensed to handle a maximum of 12 children. Our Little Ones is open to children six weeks of age up to 12 years old.
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Bright Beginnings

50 Back River Rd. Dover, NH

Our philosophy and promise at Bright Beginnings is to offer the very best child care possible, giving parents peace of mind knowing that their child is experiencing a positive environment that will help him/ her grow. We offer a balance of learning time, arts & crafts, playtime and more based on your child's age and needs. Our...
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In Home Childcare

3 Crown Point Drive Dover, NH

I have availability in my home childcare center. Looking for children to join us in our learning! I help your child with potty training, learning letters, and numbers, circle time, math, science projects and daily art. I run a preschool type setting - with circle, art, centers, journal time, and a lot more. I have a fenced in...
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In Home Child Care

3 Austin Drive Dover, NH

I am a stay-at-home mom of 4. I live in a nice, safe neighborhood. We spend our days playing and exploring outdoors, whenever possible. On rainy or really hot days we color, make crafts, play with play dough, play board games and read to name a few things. I have a love for children and enjoy the noise and energy they...
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My School Preschool

118 Locust St Dover, NH

Child care
Established in 1973, My School Preschool is a child care facility located at 118 Locust St. Dover, NH. They provide an intellectually challenging yet appropriate preschool program for children from 2.8 years up to 8 years of age. They offer the best child care possible for children, since it is the most crucial part of their...
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Shannonigans Child Care LLC

168 Mast Rd Dover, NH

Child care
Shannonigans Child Care LLC in Dover, New Hampshire, is a child care establishment that utilizes the Montessori philosophy and materials in their classroom that self-correct and help the students in developing their five senses. This child care institution helps in promoting independence on the part of the children, enhancing...
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Westwood Nursery School

3 Westwood Cir Dover, NH

Child care
Westwood Nursery School is an educational facility that serves the community of Dover NH. It offers a dynamic learning environment and provides a comprehensive early childhood education program for children ages two to four. The school focuses on the holistic development of children by providing activities that will stimulate...
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Children In Motion Inc

274 County Farm Rd Dover, NH

Child care
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...
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Preschool
Child care
Founded in 2011, Shenanigans Preschool & After Care is a child care facility located at 2 Apache St. Dover, NH. They offer a safe, secure and healthy environment for children. They provide an age-appropriate toys and equipment, needed to improve and develop the child's overall potential.
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Dover Children's Center

32 Saint Thomas St Dover, NH

Preschool
Child care
Dover Children's Center located in Dover, NH provides high-quality, safe, and affordable child care and early education for all children ages six weeks to twelve years old. The center offers age-appropriate programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children as well as drop-in care.
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Stay & Play Early Learning Center

9 Nelson St Dover, NH

Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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Stay & Play Early Learning Center offers an educational experience that is comfortable for both children and families. Parents can be assured that our qualified staff is educated, caring, and responsive. Children receive care that encompasses age appropriate activities focusing on intellectual, physical, emotional and social...
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Peter Cotton Tail Preschool

42 Long Hill Road Dover, NH

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Peter Cotton Tail Preschool is a learning and development community located at 42 Long Hill Road, Dover, NH that provides quality early childhood education for children aged 3 to 5 years. Their facility assists children to attain a positive self-image and reach their true potential.
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Miss Patty's Child Care

49 Piscataqua Rd Dover, NH

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Miss Patty's Child Care is a private and licensed facility offering child care services to the Dover, New Hampshire area. The company, located at 49 Piscataqua Road, has a capacity of 40 children, and they admit kids who are six weeks to 12 years of age. Miss Patty's Child Care’s days of operation are from Monday through Friday.
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CROSS ROAD CHILDREN'S CENTER

18 FRENCH CROSS RD DOVER, NH

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CROSS ROAD CHILDREN'S CENTER

18 FRENCH CROSS RD DOVER, NH

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Storybook Hollow Early Learning Program

41 Commerce Way Barrington, NH

At Storybook Hollow, teachers and parents work as partners to ensure that each child gains the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical education that they need to become successful and unique members of their communities. We believe in fostering an appreciation for wonder, beauty, truth and individuality. We create...
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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 experienced and loving...
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Daycare centers near you in Dover, NH offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Dover, NH provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Dover, NH for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Dover, NH include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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