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732 Daycare Centers in Maine

Browse 732 daycare centers across Maine. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Maine

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Maine can make the decision-making process smoother.

Maine has about 732 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Maine. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Maine

There are 732 daycares in Maine: 10 headstart facilities, 56 before/after school centers, 13 religious facility daycares, and 653 childcare and preschool centers.

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The Early Learning Center Of Pine Tree Society
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
589 Minot Ave, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 795-4085
Clover Preschool Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
440 Minot Avenue, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 784-3573
Tenderhearts Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
637 Poland Road, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 786-0373
Kid'S Camp Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Kid's Camp Learning Center for exceptional staff care, welcoming atmosphere, and passionate leadership. Families report their children are nurtured, loved, and engaged in a safe, educational environment with strong parent communication.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environmentpassionate owner committed to child development
Address
14 Center Bridge Rd, Turner, ME
Phone
(207) 225-5443
Bright Beginning'S Child Care Center- Center St.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
120 Center Street, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 740-6104
L A Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
27 Westminister St, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 241-7734
Kidz Rule Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
96 Sabattus Road, Sabattus, ME
Phone
(207) 375-6900
Kiddie Korner Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
244 South Hunts Meadow Rd, Whitefield, ME
Phone
(207) 582-7889
New Meadows Childcare & Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
150a Congress Ave., Bath, ME
Phone
(207) 443-2778
Creative Play Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
70 Office Dr, Bath, ME
Phone
(207) 443-1352
Compass Point Christian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
412 State Rd, West Bath, ME
Phone
(207) 443-1300
Little Friends Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
122 Wardtown Rd, Freeport, ME
Phone
(207) 865-1169
Roots & Fruits
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
72 Macarthur Circle East, South Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 347-7274
Little Stars Infant & Toddlers
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
406 Cumberland Street, Westbrook, ME
Phone
(207) 329-1133
Mayberry Hill Center & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
20 Heath Rd, Casco, ME
Phone
(207) 627-4544
Catherine Morrill Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Catherine Morrill Day Nursery receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and skilled teachers. Parents highlight excellent communication through the BrightWheel app with daily updates and photos, smooth transitions for new students, and a welcoming community that supports socioeconomic diversity.

caring and compassionate staffnurturing atmosphereexcellent daily communication and updates
Address
96 Danforth Street, Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 874-1115
Wilsondale Country Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
105 Merrill Road, Gray, ME
Phone
(207) 657-2273
Love & Laughter Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
15 Madison Street, Westbrook, ME
Phone
(207) 518-3927
Let'S Create LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3 Walnut Hill Commons, North Yarmouth, ME
Phone
(207) 321-1841
Children'S Adventure Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1156 Broadway, Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 699-2445
Children'S Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Children's Nursery School as an exceptional early childhood experience with dedicated, caring teachers. Families highlight the unique cooperative model that allows parent involvement and appreciate the warm community environment where children develop kindness, compassion, and a love of learning.

Caring and dedicated teacherscooperative model with parent involvementwarm and supportive community
Address
159 State Street, Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 650-2431
Tree Of Life Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
90 Camden Road, Warren, ME
Phone
(207) 691-0113
Waterman'S Comm. Center - Laugh & Learn Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the preschool or daycare services at this location. Instead, all reviews describe the facility as a community center and café, praising its coffee, pastries, and welcoming atmosphere. No reviews specifically address childcare quality, staff, curriculum, or other daycare-related factors.

Welcoming atmospherecommunity gathering spacefresh baked goods and coffee
Address
12 Main Street, North Haven, ME
Phone
(207) 867-2100
Waterman'S Comm. Center - Little Urchins
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The reviews provided do not assess the daycare or childcare services at Little Urchins. Instead, they describe Waterman's Community Center as a coffee shop and community gathering space with theater programs. No actual parent reviews of the daycare facility were found.

Welcoming atmospherefresh baked goodswaterfront location
Address
11 Mills St, North Haven, ME
Phone
(207) 867-2100
Little Learners Child Care - South Thomaston
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
20 Field Street, South Thomaston, ME
Phone
(207) 594-2110
Ready
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Ready Set Go Learning Center in Freeport is an outdoor-focused daycare that consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents. Parents praise the caring staff, nature-based learning approach, and the center's ability to foster creativity, confidence, and a love of the outdoors. Children reportedly leave each day happy, engaged, and excited to return.

Outdoor/nature-based curriculumcaring and passionate staffowner Marisa's leadership
Address
86b Beech Hill Road, Freeport, ME
Phone
(207) 865-3021
A Child'S World
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
190 Roosevelt Trail, Windham, ME
Phone
(207) 892-2223
Children'S Adventure Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
690 Roosevelt Trail, Windham, ME
Phone
(207) 893-2543
Lil' Folk Farm
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
192 Black Point Road, Scarborough, ME
Phone
(207) 883-4001
Sandpiper Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
350 Us Route 1, Scarborough, ME
Phone
(207) 883-4625

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Frequently asked questions

There are 732 all daycares across Maine. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Maine are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Maine's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Maine, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Maine sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Maine vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.