Where learning welcomes play
A Nurturing Childcare Center in Rochester, NH
Empower your little one's early years at Nanook Learning Center, a childcare center in Rochester, NH, committed to laying strong foundations for young learners and their families. Through collaborative, intentional teaching, we aim to spark a lifelong love of learning, foster healthy relationships, promote cultural awareness, and encourage self-expression and community connection. We proudly offer daycare services in a play-based, Montessori-inspired environment.
The Meaning Behind the Name
Nanuq polar bear (Ursus maritimus)[nanook; nænuk; na’nuq]
NANOOK (Nanuq) is the Inuit word for "Polar Bear." The polar bear is a symbol of strength, resilience, patience, and protection.
NANOOK expresses the Inuit word NANUQ phonetically. We sound out the letters to our name so that the youngest of children can learn to pronounce it with ease while holding their attention and curiosity to a word they probably have never heard before.
Find out how our learning center can support your child's growth.
A Place to Play, Discover, and Belong
We believe that environment shapes experience—that's why our 7,000+ square foot facility is designed with both comfort and adventure in mind. Our children enjoy spacious classrooms, a dedicated nursing room, and a unique indoor climbing space for year-round movement and exploration.
Just outside, a peaceful river and waterfall offer daily moments of calm and curiosity. With access to nearby hiking trails and our own mill building for local field trips, every day brings something new to explore. At Nanook Learning Center, learning lives everywhere—in the classroom, in nature, and in shared experiences.
Just outside, a peaceful river and waterfall offer daily moments of calm and curiosity. With access to nearby hiking trails and our own mill building for local field trips, every day brings something new to explore. At Nanook Learning Center, learning lives everywhere—in the classroom, in nature, and in shared experiences.