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Child Study & Development Center

22 Okane Rd
Durham, NH 03824

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Tel: (603) 862-2833

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Child Study & Development Center in Durham, NH is a nonsectarian early childhood program serving kindergarten students in a suburban community.

Founded in 1866, the school is one of the oldest private early learning programs in the state of New Hampshire.

The center enrolls 62 students with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1, supported by three teaching staff members.

Approximately 10% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.

The school holds membership in the National Association for the Education of Young Children and other educational associations.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NH School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Kindergarten
Enrollment: 62 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Child Study & Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children
Other special emphasis association(s)
Other school association(s)

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten

Year Founded

1866

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Student Body

Total Students

62 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 18%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NH School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Kindergarten
Enrollment: 62 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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