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Licensed Daycare in Meredith, New Hampshire

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Meredith?

Statewide averages in New Hampshire run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1080/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Meredith?

New Hampshire families can apply for New Hampshire Child Care Scholarship Program (intake: (800) 852-3345). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

New Hampshire avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Meredith

ChildCare Aware reports the New Hampshire average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Meredith vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. New Hampshire families may also qualify for New Hampshire Child Care Scholarship Program (intake: (800) 852-3345).

Full New Hampshire licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: New Hampshire DHHS — Bureau of Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:8
Avg capacity: 63 kids

ZIP codes covered

03253 4

Program types in Meredith

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Meredith licensed centers

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D Family Daycare

Derry Smart Start Academy #36

Meredith

School Age (5+) Cap 99

K Before/After School

Keene Sunshine Daycare #50

Meredith

School Age (5+) Cap 85

M Preschool

Manchester Sunshine Daycare #62

Meredith

Preschool (2-5) Cap 48

M Montessori

Merrimack Little Scholars #10

Meredith

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 21

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Meredith, New Hampshire?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Meredith, New Hampshire, sourced from New Hampshire DHHS — Bureau of Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Meredith?

Statewide averages in New Hampshire run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1080/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Meredith daycares?

All licensed New Hampshire centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:8 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Meredith typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Meredith?

New Hampshire families can apply for New Hampshire Child Care Scholarship Program (intake: (800) 852-3345). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Meredith daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official New Hampshire DHHS — Bureau of Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.