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Best Daycare Centers in Yarmouth, ME

Compare 5 daycare centers in Yarmouth. Average rating: 4.15/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Yarmouth, Maine at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
4.15/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Yarmouth offers 5 licensed daycares, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.15/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Yarmouth

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. 1
    The River School
    4.62 score
    4.8(17)

    11 Yarmouth Crossing, Yarmouth, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    The River School in Yarmouth, Maine receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, nature-based approach that combines Waldorf and Montessori philosophies with outdoor play and creative activities. Parents emphasize the dedicated staff, small class sizes, strong sense of community, and the school's success in fostering children's confidence, curiosity, and love of learning before kindergarten.

    Dedicated and caring teacherssmall teacher-to-student ratiosnature-based curriculum with extensive outdoor playcreative arts activities (painting

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Yarmouth

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Yarmouth zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
040965
4.15
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Yarmouth (12–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Yarmouth based on parent reviews

The River School

4.8(17)

11 Yarmouth Crossing, Yarmouth, ME

The River School in Yarmouth, Maine receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, nature-based approach that combines Waldorf and Montessori philosophies with outdoor play and creative activities. Parents emphasize the dedicated staff, small class sizes, strong sense of community, and the school's success in fostering children's confidence, curiosity, and love of learning before kindergarten.

Dedicated and caring teacherssmall teacher-to-student ratiosnature-based curriculum with extensive outdoor play

Songbird Creative Center

3.5

21 Sweetser Rd., Yarmouth, ME

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Daycare Centers in Yarmouth, Maine

There are 5 daycare centers in Yarmouth, 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 Yarmouth have an average rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.15 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Yarmouth, 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 Yarmouth

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The River School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The River School in Yarmouth, Maine receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, nature-based approach that combines Waldorf and Montessori philosophies with outdoor play and creative activities. Parents emphasize the dedicated staff, small class sizes, strong sense of community, and the school's success in fostering children's confidence, curiosity, and love of learning before kindergarten.

Dedicated and caring teacherssmall teacher-to-student ratiosnature-based curriculum with extensive outdoor play
Address
11 Yarmouth Crossing, Yarmouth, ME
Phone
(207) 671-5970
Songbird Creative Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
21 Sweetser Rd., Yarmouth, ME
Phone
(207) 671-4763
North Yarmouth Academy - The Lower School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
23 Storer St, Yarmouth, ME
Phone
(207) 846-9051
William H. Rowe School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
52 School Street, Yarmouth, ME
Phone
(207) 846-5524
Yarmouth Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
396 Giliman Rd, Yarmouth, ME
Phone
(207) 671-4763

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Yarmouth, Maine. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Yarmouth have an average Google rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Yarmouth, 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
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 Yarmouth for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Yarmouth 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.