Best Daycare Centers in York, ME
Compare 8 daycare centers in York. Average rating: 4.86/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
York, Maine at a glance
- Daycares
- 8
- Avg rating
- 4.86/5
- Parent reviews
- 23
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 4
York has 8 licensed daycares with 23 parent reviews averaging 4.86/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 03909 zip code, averaging 4.86 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in York
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.
- 1Academy Of Little Learners4.5 score5(5)
117 Woodbridge Road, York, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children
Academy of Little Learners receives consistent 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a professionally run, nurturing environment where children thrive. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and individualized attention to each child's needs and development.
Caring and enthusiastic teachersstrong teacher-child bondsexcellent communication with parents via app and photosindividualized support for children with special needs and allergies - 2York Child Care Center4.18 score4.3(8)
3 Gordan Court, York, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children
Tree Frog Child Care Center receives overwhelming praise from parents, with nearly all reviews highlighting caring, attentive staff and a warm, close-knit environment. Parents consistently report confidence in their children's safety, development, and well-being, with teachers offering parenting guidance and daily communication. One review expressed dissatisfaction but provided no specific details.
attentive and caring staffstrong communication with parentshomey and close-knit environmentchild confidence and development
Rating Distribution
Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in York
Best Rated Neighborhoods
York zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03909 | 8 | 4.86 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in York (12–90 children)
Small
up to 30 children
1
Medium
31–75 children
6
Large
76–150 children
1
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in York based on parent reviews
Academy Of Little Learners
117 Woodbridge Road, York, ME
Academy of Little Learners receives consistent 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a professionally run, nurturing environment where children thrive. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and individualized attention to each child's needs and development.
Little Timbers Child Care Center
97 Raydon Road, York, ME
Reviewers describe Little Timbers as a clean, safe, and joyful environment where staff are noted for being wonderful with children. Parents highlight the fair rates, engaging daily activities, and the center's popularity, which has created a waiting list. One reviewer also notes the owner's active involvement in staying current with state learning standards.
Great Beginnings Nursery School
24a Axholme Road, York, ME
Parents highlight the staff's professional, family-like care and deep affection for children, with specific praise for supporting a child with autism. Reviewers describe the environment as loving and trustworthy, noting that teachers give their all to both children and families. One family plans to return for summer programs due to the positive experience.
York Child Care Center
3 Gordan Court, York, ME
Tree Frog Child Care Center receives overwhelming praise from parents, with nearly all reviews highlighting caring, attentive staff and a warm, close-knit environment. Parents consistently report confidence in their children's safety, development, and well-being, with teachers offering parenting guidance and daily communication. One review expressed dissatisfaction but provided no specific details.
Gazebo School
908 U.S. Rt 1, Suite A, York, ME
One parent highlights the school's collaborative, caring, and thoughtful staff as key contributors to their son's well-rounded development and positive family impact. The reviewer expresses strong confidence in the program's ability to foster growth and offers an enthusiastic recommendation.
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Daycare Centers in York, Maine
There are 8 daycare centers in York, 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 York have an average rating of 4.86 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.86 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in York, 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 York
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Parents highlight the staff's professional, family-like care and deep affection for children, with specific praise for supporting a child with autism. Reviewers describe the environment as loving and trustworthy, noting that teachers give their all to both children and families. One family plans to return for summer programs due to the positive experience.
- Address
- 24a Axholme Road, York, ME
- Phone
- (207) 363-1313
One parent highlights the school's collaborative, caring, and thoughtful staff as key contributors to their son's well-rounded development and positive family impact. The reviewer expresses strong confidence in the program's ability to foster growth and offers an enthusiastic recommendation.
- Address
- 908 U.S. Rt 1, Suite A, York, ME
- Phone
- (207) 363-4927
Academy of Little Learners receives consistent 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a professionally run, nurturing environment where children thrive. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and individualized attention to each child's needs and development.
- Address
- 117 Woodbridge Road, York, ME
- Phone
- (207) 363-2287
Reviewers describe Little Timbers as a clean, safe, and joyful environment where staff are noted for being wonderful with children. Parents highlight the fair rates, engaging daily activities, and the center's popularity, which has created a waiting list. One reviewer also notes the owner's active involvement in staying current with state learning standards.
- Address
- 97 Raydon Road, York, ME
- Phone
- (207) 363-5000
Tree Frog Child Care Center receives overwhelming praise from parents, with nearly all reviews highlighting caring, attentive staff and a warm, close-knit environment. Parents consistently report confidence in their children's safety, development, and well-being, with teachers offering parenting guidance and daily communication. One review expressed dissatisfaction but provided no specific details.
- Address
- 3 Gordan Court, York, ME
- Phone
- (207) 363-6632
- Address
- 1 Winterberry Lane, York, ME
- Phone
- (207) 363-4207
- Address
- 18 Brickyard Court, York, ME
- Phone
- (207) 351-2700
- Address
- 124 York Street, York, ME
- Phone
- (207) 363-2287
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Frequently asked questions
- 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