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Best Daycare Centers in Houlton, ME

Compare 10 daycare centers in Houlton. Average rating: 2.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Houlton, Maine at a glance

Daycares
10
Avg rating
2.5/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Houlton offers 10 licensed daycares, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 2.5/5.The largest concentration is in 04730 with 10 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Houlton

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Houlton, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

2.5avg rating
9 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Houlton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0473010
2.5
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Houlton (12–49 children)

Small

up to 30 children

8

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Houlton based on parent reviews

Maliseet Daycare Center

4(1)

1 Maliseet Drive, Houlton, ME

One parent describes the center as a great environment for children to learn and grow, noting the availability of provided transportation. The review is highly recommended.

great environment for learning and growthprovided transportation

Little Eagles Daycare & Preschool

1

27 School Street, Houlton, ME

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Daycare types in Houlton

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Houlton, Maine

There are 10 daycare centers in Houlton, Maine. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Houlton have an average rating of 2.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 2.5 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Houlton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Houlton

Showing 10 results

Maliseet Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes the center as a great environment for children to learn and grow, noting the availability of provided transportation. The review is highly recommended.

great environment for learning and growthprovided transportation
Address
1 Maliseet Drive, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 521-2411
Little Eagles Daycare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
27 School Street, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 532-0736
Bright Horizons
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff, thoughtful curriculum, and clean facilities. Children show strong developmental progress and parents appreciate the communication and daily updates. One parent raised concerns about leadership, turnover, and prioritization issues.

Warm and caring staffthoughtful and organized curriculumclean and safe facility
Address
9 Guy Street, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 694-3151
Susan Sewell'S Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4 Week Street, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 532-1170
Grasshopper Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
145 Hillview Avenue, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 538-7205
Lollipop Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
18 Sunny Side Street, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 538-8724
The Clubhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6 Grove Street, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 694-3151
Morgan'S Munchkins
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
48 High St, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 694-3151
Caterpillar Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9 State St, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 694-3151
Kce Champions At Houlton Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
60 South Street, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 694-3151

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Frequently asked questions

There are 10 all daycares in Houlton, Maine. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Houlton have an average Google rating of 2.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Houlton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Maine's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Maine)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Houlton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Maine typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Houlton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Houlton must be licensed by Maine's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.