
Compare 19 daycare centers in Lewiston. Average rating: 3.95/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Lewiston has 19 licensed daycares with 91 parent reviews averaging 3.95/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 36% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 04240 with 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
1 Atlantis Way, Lewiston, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Pettengill Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong teacher-child relationships, excellent communication through the facility's app, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for nutritious meals, outdoor time, educational activities, and special attention to allergies and medical needs.
130 East Avenue, Lewiston, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children
YWCA of Central Maine in Lewiston receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight excellent staff, quality swim instruction, and a welcoming environment that helps children overcome initial hesitation. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and daily communication with families.
96 Campus Ave, Lewiston, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children
No parent reviews are available for this daycare center. The reviews listed are for St. Mary's Medical Center and related healthcare facilities in Lewiston, Maine, not for A-L YMCA - Daisy Garden.
50 Mollison Way, Lewiston, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children
LEVER'S DAYCARE CENTER receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Positive reviewers praise the kind and loving staff, reliable childcare, school transportation, and long-term management, while negative reviewers cite serious concerns about staff conduct, health protocols, facility security, bullying, and unsafe transportation practices.
Based on 14 daycares with Google ratings in Lewiston
Average ratings by facility type in Lewiston, based on parent reviews
Lewiston zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04240 | 19 | 3.95 | 5 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Lewiston (12–200 children)
Small
up to 30 children
4
Medium
31–75 children
8
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
1
Highest rated daycares in Lewiston based on parent reviews
1317 Sabattus Street, Lewiston, ME
Parents highlight the staff's attentiveness, friendliness, and ability to create a comfortable, family-oriented environment that children enjoy. One reviewer specifically notes the center's support for families using state assistance, while another emphasizes the trust and care provided by the team.
1 Atlantis Way, Lewiston, ME
Pettengill Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong teacher-child relationships, excellent communication through the facility's app, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for nutritious meals, outdoor time, educational activities, and special attention to allergies and medical needs.
130 East Avenue, Lewiston, ME
YWCA of Central Maine in Lewiston receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight excellent staff, quality swim instruction, and a welcoming environment that helps children overcome initial hesitation. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and daily communication with families.
9 Acadia Avenue, Lewiston, ME
390 Main Street, Lewiston, ME
One parent describes a friendly environment where teachers build strong relationships with students and bullying is absent. However, they also note that strict rules regarding physical affection and dress codes were perceived as excessive.
96 Campus Ave, Lewiston, ME
No parent reviews are available for this daycare center. The reviews listed are for St. Mary's Medical Center and related healthcare facilities in Lewiston, Maine, not for A-L YMCA - Daisy Garden.
There are 19 daycare centers in Lewiston, 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 Lewiston have an average rating of 3.95 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities, with 36% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.02 stars. Our analysis covers 91 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Lewiston, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents highlight the staff's attentiveness, friendliness, and ability to create a comfortable, family-oriented environment that children enjoy. One reviewer specifically notes the center's support for families using state assistance, while another emphasizes the trust and care provided by the team.
One parent describes a friendly environment where teachers build strong relationships with students and bullying is absent. However, they also note that strict rules regarding physical affection and dress codes were perceived as excessive.
Pettengill Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong teacher-child relationships, excellent communication through the facility's app, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for nutritious meals, outdoor time, educational activities, and special attention to allergies and medical needs.
YWCA of Central Maine in Lewiston receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight excellent staff, quality swim instruction, and a welcoming environment that helps children overcome initial hesitation. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and daily communication with families.
No parent reviews are available for this daycare center. The reviews listed are for St. Mary's Medical Center and related healthcare facilities in Lewiston, Maine, not for A-L YMCA - Daisy Garden.
One parent highlights long-term satisfaction, noting their children attended successfully and remain positive about the experience. Conversely, another parent reports a negative interaction where their active toddler was turned away due to staffing issues and lack of accommodation for her behavior.
One parent describes the facility as safe and impressive based on observing staff interactions during a work assignment, while another parent highlights the caring nature of the employees and owners. Both reviewers express strong satisfaction with the quality of care provided to children.
LEVER'S DAYCARE CENTER receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Positive reviewers praise the kind and loving staff, reliable childcare, school transportation, and long-term management, while negative reviewers cite serious concerns about staff conduct, health protocols, facility security, bullying, and unsafe transportation practices.
One parent highlights positive occupational therapy experiences with a specific staff member, while other reviews cite significant administrative issues including billing errors, insurance complications, and poor scheduling communication. These negative experiences involve unexpected charges, unmet deductibles, and perceived staff ineptness regarding pre-authorizations.
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