How do I choose the right daycare in Cape Elizabeth?

When choosing a daycare in Cape Elizabeth, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Cape Elizabeth, Maine (7 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Maine?

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 Cape Elizabeth for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cape Elizabeth

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.

Cape Care

4.25 score

4.4(8)

343 Ocean House Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

CAPE CARE receives consistently high ratings from parents. The preschool program features experienced teachers who provide a quality learning environment with yoga, art, and outdoor activities, plus field trips to community resources. Parents also praise the facility's spacious, well-ventilated spaces and staff's friendly, communicative approach.

High-quality teachersyoga and art programsoutdoor timefield trips to fire station/library/swim lessons

Children'S Enrichment On The Cape

4.15 score

4.3(5)

119 Old Ocean House Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

Children's Enrichment on the Cape receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with four 5-star reviews praising the owner Kathy, staff compassion, safety focus, child development, and strong community. However, one 1-star review alleges unethical treatment, exclusion, harassment, and bullying behavior from the owner toward a family and their children.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong safety focusemotional supportchild development and milestone

Ledgemere Country Day School

3.87 score

3.8(10)

243 Mitchell Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

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 applow staff turnover

Child Daycare & Preschools in Cape Elizabeth, Maine

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, making up 88% of the 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Cape Elizabeth, 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

Cape Elizabeth offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
Church 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 Cape Elizabeth for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Cape Elizabeth 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.

7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Cape Elizabeth, Maine

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cape Elizabeth

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Comfy Cape Day Care

Cape Care

Appletree School

Children'S Enrichment On The Cape

Ocean House Child Development Center

Ledgemere Country Day School

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Daycare types in Cape Elizabeth