Located in Exeter, NH, Appleseeds Day School enrolls 66 students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, suburban early childhood program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 66:1 with 1 teacher serving all enrolled students.
Appleseeds Day School represents 25% students of color, reflecting some diversity within its small enrollment.
This co–ed, nonsectarian day care program is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The school serves families seeking early learning options in a suburban community near other private schools in the Exeter area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: We believe childhood should not be a race but a journey.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katie Rose, Co-founder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Appleseeds Day School often compared to?
Appleseeds Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Acorn School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Appleseeds Day School?
Appleseeds Day School famous alumni include: Katie Rose, Co-founder.
When is the application deadline for Appleseeds Day School?
The application deadline for Appleseeds Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Appleseeds Day School vs. Acorn School
The nearest high school to Appleseeds Day School is Phillips Exeter Academy (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Heronfield Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Exeter Day School (1.5 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
356 Exeter Rd
Hampton Falls, NH 03844
(603) 772-9093
Hampton Falls, NH 03844
(603) 772-9093
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 90 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Exeter Day School
Daycare / Preschool
11 Marlboro Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-3342
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-3342
1.5 miles
Gr: NS | 282 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
Phillips Exeter Academy ![Phillips Exeter Academy Photo - Exeter students live and learn all over the world by participating in 40 off-campus programs from Iceland (shown) to South Africa to Washington, DC.]( "Phillips Exeter Academy Photo - Exeter students live and learn all over the world by participating in 40 off-campus programs from Iceland (shown) to South Africa to Washington, DC.")
Alternative School
20 Main St
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 777-3437
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 777-3437
2.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,106 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 22 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Seacoast Performance Academy
Special Program Emphasis
40 Industrial Dr
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-7423
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-7423
3.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students
Squamscott River Academy
All-girls | Special Education School
14 Lafayette Rd, Unit #4
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 932-7809
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 932-7809
4 miles
Gr: 8-11 | 17 students
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Phillips Exeter Academy ![Phillips Exeter Academy Photo - Exeter students live and learn all over the world by participating in 40 off-campus programs from Iceland (shown) to South Africa to Washington, DC.]( "Phillips Exeter Academy Photo - Exeter students live and learn all over the world by participating in 40 off-campus programs from Iceland (shown) to South Africa to Washington, DC.")
Alternative School
20 Main St
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 777-3437
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 777-3437
2.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,106 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 22 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Seacoast Performance Academy
Special Program Emphasis
40 Industrial Dr
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-7423
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-7423
3.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students
Squamscott River Academy
All-girls | Special Education School
14 Lafayette Rd, Unit #4
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 932-7809
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 932-7809
4 miles
Gr: 8-11 | 17 students
Building Block Commons
Special Program Emphasis
125 Kingston Rd
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-1383
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-1383
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Williams Bridge Academy ![Williams Bridge Academy Photo - Learning Skills Academy]( "Williams Bridge Academy Photo - Learning Skills Academy")
Special Education School
1247 Washington Rd.
Rye, NH 03870
(603) 964-4903
Rye, NH 03870
(603) 964-4903
5.7 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 60 students Avg. class size: 5 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
356 Exeter Rd
Hampton Falls, NH 03844
(603) 772-9093
Hampton Falls, NH 03844
(603) 772-9093
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 90 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Seacoast Performance Academy
Special Program Emphasis
40 Industrial Dr
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-7423
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-7423
3.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students
Squamscott River Academy
All-girls | Special Education School
14 Lafayette Rd, Unit #4
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 932-7809
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 932-7809
4 miles
Gr: 8-11 | 17 students
146 High St
Stratham, NH 03885
(603) 772-4349
Stratham, NH 03885
(603) 772-4349
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 163 students
Building Block Commons
Special Program Emphasis
125 Kingston Rd
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-1383
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-1383
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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Exeter Day School
Daycare / Preschool
11 Marlboro Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-3342
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-3342
1.5 miles
Gr: NS | 282 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
146 High St
Stratham, NH 03885
(603) 772-4349
Stratham, NH 03885
(603) 772-4349
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 163 students
Building Block Commons
Special Program Emphasis
125 Kingston Rd
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-1383
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-1383
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Nurture & Nature Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
171 Exeter Rd
Newfields, NH 03856
(603) 772-3811
Newfields, NH 03856
(603) 772-3811
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students
Village Preschool/hampton Chil
Daycare / Preschool
70 High Street
Hampton, NH 03842
(603) 929-7349
Hampton, NH 03842
(603) 929-7349
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 43 students
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Andover, MA 01810
(978) 686-0194
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 686-0194
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