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Year Founded

1973

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 18, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

42 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,610

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Tuition Notes

Rate change depending on the number of days your child attends.

Summer Program Cost

$38

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer rates are daily and children attend up to age 9.

Admissions Director

Diane Dougherty

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Sonshine Preschool, Kindergarten and Daycare is a Ministry of Trinity Assembly of God in Derry, NH. At Sonshine, we consider it a privilege and responsibility to serve our community by offering a quality preschool program designed to prepare your child for kindergarten or first grade.
Our trained, certified, and dedicated teaching staff uses the 'A Beka' curriculum, which includes Bible stories, language development, math, phonics, reading, music, art, crafts and social skills.
Children are encouraged to nurture the abilities God has given them through a variety of interactive, "hands-on", developmental activities.
The teaching time is balanced by a variety of indoor and outdoor play and memorable field trips.

Sonshine Preschool, Kindergarten and Daycare is a Ministry of Trinity Assembly of God in Derry, NH. At Sonshine, we consider it a privilege and responsibility to serve our community by offering a quality preschool program designed to prepare your child for kindergarten or first grade. Our trained, certified, and dedicated teaching staff uses the 'A Beka' curriculum, which includes Bible stories, language development, math, phonics, reading, music, art, crafts and social skills. Children are encouraged to nurture the abilities God has given them through a variety of interactive, "hands-on", developmental activities. The teaching time is balanced by a variety of indoor and outdoor play and memorable field trips.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sonshine Preschool & Daycare cost?

Sonshine Preschool & Daycare's tuition is approximately $3,610 for private students and $38 for summer students.

When is the application deadline for Sonshine Preschool & Daycare?

The application deadline for Sonshine Preschool & Daycare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 3/19/2021

My son attended there they are the best !!! I regret not having him doing kindergarten there. Left for kindergarten almost reading at 1st grade level . Love all the teachers and director, the best experience.

- Posted by Parent - Alessandra

5 4/14/2016

I have my 2 children at Sonshine and have to say they absolutely love it!! The staff is always helpful and pleasant. I am amazed at all that they learn from social skills as well as academic skills. My 4 yr. old is already in a reading group. I can almost daily see the growth in them.

- Posted by Parent - prime

5 10/6/2012

This was a fantastic school for my 3 boys! Everyone is great. Teachers & curriculum was top notch

- Posted by Parent - blinn

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The average private school tuition in Rockingham County, NH is $19,359 for elementary schools and $31,435 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).