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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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Greater Portland Ymca - Casco Bay
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the Greater Portland YMCA Casco Bay facility for its professional staff, clean facilities, and variety of amenities including pools, gym equipment, and classes. Most reviews are positive (average 4.1/5), though some note staffing challenges and operational limitations.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilities and locker roomsgood variety of classes and programs
Address
14 Old South Freeport Rd, Freeport, ME
Phone
(207) 865-9600
Camp Ketcha
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Camp Ketcha is a nature-focused summer and vacation camp in Scarborough with beautiful outdoor facilities and an engaged staff. Parents report their children had positive experiences and enjoyed activities like outdoor exploration, swimming, and equestrian programs. The facility also operates as a wedding venue.

Beautiful grounds and facilitiesfriendly and engaging staffchildren excited to return
Address
336 Black Point Road, Scarborough, ME
Phone
(207) 883-8977
Mckeen Street Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
111 Mckeen Street, Brunswick, ME
Phone
(207) 373-1234
Mount Desert Island Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

This facility received consistently high ratings (4-5 stars) from visitors. Reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and good variety of amenities including a pool, gym, fitness classes, and showers. Most visitors were satisfied with the experience.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilityaffordable day pass options ($50/week)
Address
21 Park Street, Bar Harbor, ME
Phone
(207) 288-3511
Stepping Stones Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Stepping Stones for its caring, engaged staff who create a nurturing, second-home environment. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and engaged in meaningful learning activities. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong communication, security measures, and quality curriculum.

Caring and friendly staffengaged teaching with thoughtful activitiesstrong learning curriculum
Address
125 Summer St, Greene, ME
Phone
(207) 947-8493
Bangor Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive about the Bangor YMCA facility and staff. Parents praise the fitness classes, instructors, pools, and welcoming atmosphere. One reviewer noted potential understaffing concerns.

Friendly and helpful staffexcellent instructors (TomBarb
Address
17 Second Street, Bangor, ME
Phone
(207) 941-2808
Precious Little Ones Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Precious Little Ones for exceptional care, cleanliness, and engaging activities. Owners Peggy and Shannon are frequently highlighted for their dedication, communication, and personal investment in the facility's continuous improvement. Children reportedly thrive at the center and are reluctant to leave.

Responsive and communicative ownerswell-maintained facilityage-appropriate activities
Address
612 Civic Center Drive, Augusta, ME
Phone
(207) 242-0377
Precious Little Ones Child Care Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Precious Little Ones for exceptional care, cleanliness, and engaging activities. Owners Peggy and Shannon are frequently highlighted for their dedication, communication, and willingness to go above and beyond. Children reportedly love attending and show significant growth and development.

Attentive and caring staffstrong owner leadershipexcellent facility cleanliness and maintenance
Address
608 Civic Center Drive, Augusta, ME
Phone
(207) 242-0377
Stepping Stones Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents overwhelmingly praise Stepping Stones for its caring, engaged staff, strong curriculum, and safe environment. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and comfortable with teachers. Parents feel confident and at ease leaving their children in the center's care.

Caring and friendly staffengaging learning activities and curriculumsafe environment with security measures
Address
301 Sawyer Rd, Greene, ME
Phone
(207) 946-5437
Ledgemere Country Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Ledgemere Country Day School receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff warmth, curriculum quality, and communication, though some parents report significant concerns about handling of children with developmental delays, inconsistent sick policies, and unresponsive administrative staff.

Warm and attentive staffstrong academics blended with creative learning and outdoor playexcellent daily communication via app
Address
243 Mitchell Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME
Phone
(207) 799-1962
Downeast Community Partners- Schoodic Peninsula
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Downeast Community Partners is a nonprofit organization primarily praised for its community assistance programs including fuel help, transportation, utility bill assistance, and food support for low-income families. Parents with children in their Head Start program report caring, compassionate teachers. One former employee noted concerns about excessive overtime without compensation.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong community support serviceshelpful staff
Address
71 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME
Phone
(207) 963-2003
Downeast Community Partners - Ellsworth E.C.E.C
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

DOWNEAST COMMUNITY PARTNERS is praised for its Head Start program and caring staff, particularly teacher Miss Amanda. The organization is also recognized for providing community assistance beyond childcare, including help with fuel, utilities, food, transportation, and medical appointments for low-income families.

Caring and nurturing teacherswonderful learning environmentstrong community support services
Address
18 Avery Lane, Ellsworth, ME
Phone
(207) 667-2995
Downeast Community Partners- Trenton Pre-K/Headstart
Headstart Programs
3.8

Parents praise the Head Start program for caring, compassionate teachers like Miss Amanda who comfort children during transitions. The organization is also recognized as a valuable community resource providing assistance with fuel, utilities, transportation, and medical appointments for low-income families. However, one former teacher reported inadequate planning time and unpaid overtime work.

Caring and nurturing teacherswonderful learning environmentstrong community support services
Address
51 School Street, Trenton, ME
Phone
(207) 667-2995
Donna'S Daycare Center & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
977 Sabattus Street, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 784-6769
Totally Kidz Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1761 Lisbon St, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 333-3555
Rise & Shine Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
112b Intervale Road, New Gloucester, ME
Phone
(207) 998-6384
Creative Explorations Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
842 Roosevelt Trl, Windham, ME
Phone
(207) 894-5725
Southern Maine Children'S Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
32 Tandberg Tr, #7, Windham, ME
Phone
(207) 893-1599
Ymca Of Southern Maine Pineland Branch
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

This facility is not currently operating as a daycare. Multiple reviews indicate the YMCA Pineland Branch location closed around 2023 and has been converted to retail space. Historical reviews praised staff friendliness, fitness facilities, and amenities like a pool and bowling alley.

Friendly stafffitness classesheated pool
Address
25 Campus Dr., New Gloucester, ME
Phone
(207) 688-2255
St. Louis Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

St. Louis Child Development Center receives mostly positive reviews from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and educational programming. Multiple parents report their children are happy and engaged, with detailed daily communication provided. However, there are isolated complaints about unresponsive enrollment communication and one incident regarding food choices.

Caring and dedicated staffsafe and secure environmentdetailed daily reports on child activities and meals
Address
229 Pool Street, Biddeford, ME
Phone
(207) 282-3790
Best Friends Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
16 Forsythe Ave, Bucksport, ME
Phone
(207) 469-1083
Skowhegan Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
135 Dr Mann Road, Skowhegan, ME
Phone
(207) 474-8443
Abc Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
293 Wilson Street, Brewer, ME
Phone
(207) 989-4348
Kidz Kove Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Kidz Kove has mixed reviews with strong praise for staff quality from some parents, but serious concerns raised about owner communication, management practices, and child supervision. Three 5-star reviews highlight amazing staff and positive experiences, while three 1-star reviews cite poor owner communication, lack of transparency, false accusations, and inadequate supervision.

Amazing and helpful staffchildren enjoy attendingpositive teaching experiences
Address
890 Main Street, Sanford, ME
Phone
(207) 324-0652
Arwo Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

ARWO Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff praised for being caring, nurturing, and attentive to individual children's needs. However, there are serious concerns raised by a small number of parents regarding inappropriate teacher behavior, financial mismanagement, and unresponsiveness to customer issues.

Caring and nurturing staffindividualized attentionexcellent communication with parents
Address
1037 Forest Ave, Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 772-1959
Broadreach Family & Community Services- Unity Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Reviews are mixed with significant polarization. The majority of reviews praise the facility as a welcoming community space with nice staff and reasonable amenities. However, two negative reviews express serious safety concerns about the environment and clientele.

Friendly and nice staffreasonable rateswell-appointed kitchen
Address
84 School Street, Unity, ME
Phone
(207) 338-2200
Cradle Inn Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Cradle Inn Daycare in Gorham receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, involved owner Michelle, extended hours accommodating working families, and individualized attention to each child's development. Multiple reviewers note significant improvements since the recent change in ownership.

Attentive and caring staffowner Michelle's involvement with childrenextended hours supportin
Address
658 Main St, Gorham, ME
Phone
(207) 839-5757
A-L Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Reviews praise the A-L YMCA's friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and reasonable pricing for fitness memberships and classes. However, reviewers note the building's age and condition, with suggestions for renovation needed.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityvariety of exercise equipment and classes
Address
62 Turner Street, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 795-4095
Rsu #13- South School
Before or After School Daycare
3.5
Address
100 Holmes Street, Rockland, ME
Phone
(207) 596-2008
Building Blocks Day Care - South Portland
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Building Blocks Day Care receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most families but serious concerns from a few parents. The majority of reviewers highlight excellent staff, safety, communication, and a nurturing environment, while a small number report communication breakdowns, inadequate support for children with autism spectrum disorder, and disorganization.

Experiencedstableand caring staff; strong parent-teacher communication; daily photo and activity
Address
100 Westbrook St Thornton Hgts Un, South Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 774-0487

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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.