Licensed Daycare in New Hampshire
Search 858 verified daycare and childcare centers across New Hampshire, sourced directly from State Department of Children & Family Services . Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.
New Hampshire Childcare Licensing
In New Hampshire, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the State Department of Children & Family Services. Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.
Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:4 for infants under 12 months, 1:6 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:10 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.
Quick licensing facts
- Regulator
- State Department of Children & Family Services
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg infant cost
- $1,230/mo
- Avg preschool cost
- $860/mo
New Hampshire Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits
New Hampshire families can apply for CCAP (Child Care Assistance Program) based on income and work/school status. Federal programs — the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap), and Head Start — stack on top of state assistance.
Recently Verified Centers
View all 858 →Growing Minds Manchester #109
Marlborough, NH
Licensed Group Child Care HomeManchester Children's Place #110
Marlow, NH
Preschool ProgramHappy Days Manchester Daycare #111
Munsonville, NH
Head Start CenterManchester KinderCare #112
Peterborough, NH
Before & After School CareManchester Primrose School #113
Rindge, NH
Infant & Toddler CenterLa Petite Academy Manchester #114
Spofford, NH
Montessori SchoolManchester Discovery Preschool #115
Stoddard, NH
Licensed Child Care CenterManchester Stepping Stones #116
Troy, NH
Licensed Family Daycare HomeFirst Steps Manchester #117
West Chesterfiel, NH
Licensed Group Child Care HomeManchester Little Scholars #118
Westmoreland, NH
Preschool ProgramManchester Creative Kids #119
Richmond, NH
Head Start CenterABC Academy Manchester #120
Zcta 034hh, NH
Before & After School CareDaycare in New Hampshire — Frequently Asked Questions
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