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Playmates Learning Center

56 North Road
Sandown, NH 03873

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Tel: (603) 887-3128

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Playmates Learning Center offers an environment where children can "learn through play".

Our emphasis is on the development of the whole child through socialization with his peer group.

It is our belief that the abilities to read, write, and process numbers will be a natural consequence of an interest and excitement about projects which have meaning to their daily lives.

We will explore the world around us through field trips and nature walks.

We will learn to observe simple processes around us such as measuring through pouring of liquids, addition and subtraction through block building, writing through describing pictures, vocabulary development through meaningful conversations and reading through storytelling and thoughtful discussion.

We believe that skills are more easily obtained in a friendly atmosphere where there is respect of the child and encouragement of his attempts to learn and praise for his or her achievements.

Research has shown that a child with well-developed social skills will have greater growth in his/her intellectual development.

We recognize that all conversations with children about meaningful aspects of their lives will encourage brain growth and increased cognitive development.

We will provide opportunities for interaction, active rather than passive activities and opportunities for each child's self-interest.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 41 students
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Year Founded

1988

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

41 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

41:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

8 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

Playmates Learning Center offers an environment where children can "learn through play". Our emphasis is on the development of the whole child through socialization with his peer group. It is our belief that the abilities to read, write, and process numbers will be a natural consequence of an interest and excitement about projects which have meaning to their daily lives. We will explore the world around us through field trips and nature walks. We will learn to observe simple processes around us such as measuring through pouring of liquids, addition and subtraction through block building, writing through describing pictures, vocabulary development through meaningful conversations and reading through storytelling and thoughtful discussion. We believe that skills are more easily obtained in a friendly atmosphere where there is respect of the child and encouragement of his attempts to learn and praise for his or her achievements. Research has shown that a child with well-developed social skills will have greater growth in his/her intellectual development. We recognize that all conversations with children about meaningful aspects of their lives will encourage brain growth and increased cognitive development. We will provide opportunities for interaction, active rather than passive activities and opportunities for each child's self-interest.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Playmates Learning Center?

The application deadline for Playmates Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 41 students
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Rockingham County, NH is $31,113 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Rockingham County, NH is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).