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Best New Hampshire Private Daycares & Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 211 private daycares & preschools serving 18,763 students in New Hampshire.

The private daycares & preschools in New Hampshire include Exeter Day School, My School, and 2nd Nature Academy (SNA).

The average tuition cost is $11,065, which is lower than the New Hampshire average tuition cost of $20,174.

25% of private daycares & preschools in New Hampshire are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 211
# Students Served: 18,763

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 211
# Students Served: 18,763

New Hampshire Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

211

Private Schools

18,763

Students

$11,065

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

17%

Students of Color

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in New Hampshire?

The private daycares & preschools in New Hampshire include Exeter Day School, My School, and 2nd Nature Academy (SNA).

How many private daycares & preschools are located in New Hampshire?

211 private daycares & preschools are located in New Hampshire.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in New Hampshire?

The average tuition cost is $11,065, which is lower than the New Hampshire private school average tuition cost of $20,174.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire private daycares & preschools are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the New Hampshire private school average of 18%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in New Hampshire?

25% of private daycares & preschools in New Hampshire are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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