Saplings A Forest And Nature Preschool in Sanbornton, NH, serves 50 students from preschool through grade 5 in a rural, nonsectarian setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 with a total of 3 teachers supporting early childhood and elementary education.
As an alternative school, Saplings offers co–educational programs designed to accommodate a small enrollment size in a rural community.
The preschool and elementary program includes 17 students enrolled in kindergarten through grade 5, reflecting the school's focus on early education.
Saplings is located near other private schools in the Sanbornton area, including Sant Bani School and Laconia Christian Academy, providing families with multiple options for rural New Hampshire education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Saplings A Forest And Nature Preschool?
The application deadline for Saplings A Forest And Nature Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Saplings A Forest And Nature Preschool is Laconia Christian Academy (4.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Holy Trinity School (3.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Heavenly Sonshine Preschool (3.7 miles away)
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Heavenly Sonshine Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
49 Church St
Belmont, NH 03220
(603) 267-9804
Belmont, NH 03220
(603) 267-9804
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
Holy Trinity School
(Catholic)
19 Gilford Ave
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 759-3046
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 759-3046
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1386 Meredith Center Rd
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-3250
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-3250
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
19 Ashram Road
Sanbornton, NH 03269
(603) 934-4240
Sanbornton, NH 03269
(603) 934-4240
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
40 Meredith Center Road
Meredith, NH 03253
(603) 279-5680
Meredith, NH 03253
(603) 279-5680
6.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 37 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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