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653 Child Daycare & Preschools in Maine

Browse 653 child daycare & preschools 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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Social Significance LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
305aa Main Street, Waterboro, ME
Phone
(207) 247-6886
Promise Early Education Center- Coburn
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
269 Bates St, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 753-4832
Saco Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
75 Franklin Street, Saco, ME
Phone
(207) 282-3864
Open Door Recovery Center-Hills House
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
12 Old Mill Road, Ellsworth, ME
Phone
(207) 667-2995
Tiny Tikes Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Tiny Tikes Daycare receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Most positive reviews praise the caring staff and children's happiness and development, while negative reviews cite communication issues, unexpected closure, and unresolved refund problems.

Staff goes above and beyondcaring and nice teacherschildren show growth in vocabulary and independence
Address
163 Bar Harbor Road, Trenton, ME
Phone
(207) 667-9013
Pathways Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Feedback for this center-based program is split, with some parents highlighting discipline and redemption, while others criticize the treatment of children as prisoners and cite punitive measures regarding clothing. One reviewer notes attending from kindergarten through fifth grade, while another describes the environment as overly restrictive and punitive.

disciplineredemptionlong-term attendance
Address
16 Burbank Avenue, Brunswick, ME
Phone
(207) 443-6200
O.T. To Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

One parent highlights the staff's genuine care and love, noting significant growth and happiness for their twin boys. Another reviewer specifically commends the staff for being wonderful and patient.

caring and loving staffpromotes child growth and happinesspatient staff
Address
18 Grove Street, Norway, ME
Phone
(207) 739-2242
Watch Me Shine INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Watch Me Shine Inc. receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the facility's research-based approach, passionate staff, and specialized services for children with disabilities. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including poor communication, enrollment failures, inadequate child care (leaving a child in a soiled diaper), and disrespectful staff behavior.

Research-based methodologypassionate and dedicated staffspecialized early intervention se
Address
28 Gilman Plaza, Bangor, ME
Phone
(207) 664-8132
Horsin Around Childcare-Skowhegan
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

One parent describes the center as a great, safe establishment with high-quality staff and structure, noting that while there were initial growing pains, the facility has improved. Conversely, another parent reports serious safety and operational failures, including medication neglect, inappropriate food choices, and unsafe outdoor conditions, leading to a recommendation to avoid the facility.

safe environmentrespectful treatmenthigh-quality staff
Address
56 Main Street, Skowhegan, ME
Phone
(207) 612-6057
Hide & Seek Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

One parent describes Hide & Seek Childcare Center as a caring, family-like environment where their daughter has attended since infancy. The reviewer expresses strong satisfaction, stating they could not imagine enrolling their child anywhere else due to the high level of care provided.

caring teachersfamily-like atmospheresuitable for infants
Address
21 Upper Village Street, Suite One, New Gloucester, ME
Phone
(207) 926-3210
The Goslings Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.5

Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, engaging outdoor activities, and flexible scheduling, while one reviewer offers a brief negative comment. Several families appreciate the warm, experienced staff and the school's focus on curiosity and nature. Conversely, a single review simply describes the location as unpleasant without providing further detail.

friendly and kind staffclean facilityflexible scheduling
Address
308 Wolfes Neck Road, Freeport, ME
Phone
(207) 865-9600
Smiley'S Before & After
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

Feedback for SMILEY'S BEFORE & AFTER is sharply divided, with one parent praising the owner and staff, while others report serious concerns regarding the owner's unprofessional conduct. Complaints highlight aggressive driving, verbal abuse, and a lack of transparency, whereas positive feedback notes a supportive and informative environment.

supportive and informative ownerfantastic teacherswelcoming atmosphere
Address
303 Bowdoinham Road, Sabattus, ME
Phone
(207) 212-2447
Smiley'S Daycare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

Parents report conflicting experiences, with one highly recommending the facility for its knowledgeable and supportive staff, while others describe the owner as rude, unprofessional, and prone to shouting. Critics allege that the owner engages in gossip, lies about daily operations, and treats parents with disrespect, including aggressive behavior and foul language during disputes.

knowledgeable and informative staffsupportive teachersgood availability for enrollment
Address
293 Bowdoinham Road, Sabattus, ME
Phone
(207) 375-6922
Halfpints Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2
Address
7 Eustis Parkway, Waterville, ME
Phone
(207) 873-5756
Little Eagles Daycare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
27 School Street, Houlton, ME
Phone
(207) 532-0736
Quimby Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
8 Colonial Lane, Norridgewock, ME
Phone
(207) 858-5135
Belfast Area Child Care Service/Dba Starrett Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1

One parent reports that staff physically pulled three- and four-year-old children by the arm in front of others, describing the experience as unacceptable and calling for the center to close.

Address
73 Waldo Avenue, Belfast, ME
Phone
(207) 338-1751
Saco Bay Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
75 Frankin St, Saco, ME
Phone
(207) 282-3864
Margaret Murphy Center For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
415 Rodman Rd, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 376-3022
A-L Ymca - Geiger
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
601 College Street, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 795-4095
Miss Gayle'S Preschool & Friends Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
20 Main Street, Sabattus, ME
Phone
(207) 268-3982
Toddle Inn Child Care Center - Auburn
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents highlight exceptional care, strong communication, and a wide range of enrichment activities, though they note the weekly cost is high. One reviewer disputes a negative comment by attributing it to a biased source, while another criticizes the staff's internal dynamics. The facility is praised for its safety protocols and clean environment, but the price point remains a significant consideration for families.

excellent allergy safetystrong teacher communicationdiverse enrichment activities including field trips and lessons
Address
48 Merrow Rd., Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 786-0290
Harvest Hills Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
89 Broadview Ave, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 784-3773
Auburn School Dept - Fairview Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
397 Minot Avenue, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 784-3559
Poland Before & After School Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1250 Maine St, Poland, ME
Phone
(207) 998-4915
Best Friends After School Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
23 Shaw Hill Road, Minot, ME
Phone
(207) 346-6471
Auburn School Dept - Sherwood Heights Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
32 Sherwood Dr, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 333-6600
Rhymes & Reasons Early Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
820 Sawyer Road, Greene, ME
Phone
(207) 740-2721
Leavitt Street Friends
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
30 Leavitt Street, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 795-0286
Auburn Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
439 Park Avenue, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 782-3972

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Frequently asked questions

There are 653 child daycare & preschools 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.