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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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Cornerspring Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
256 Congress Street, Belfast, ME
Phone
(207) 338-5800
Acorns To Oaks Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
166 Weeks Mills Road, Weeks Mills, ME
Phone
(860) 328-0182
Children'S Center-Early Intervention & Family Support
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11 Plummer Street, Gardiner, ME
Phone
(207) 626-3497
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
20 Benton Plaza, Benton, ME
Phone
(207) 649-7508
Children'S Center - Augusta
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
49 Worcester Street, Augusta, ME
Phone
(207) 621-6395
Kids Count II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2184 North Belfast Ave, Augusta, ME
Phone
(207) 441-9597
Newcastle Preschool & Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
852 Route One, Newcastle, ME
Phone
(207) 563-6989
Sandpiper Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
605 Us Route 1, Scarborough, ME
Phone
(207) 883-8976
Little Sprouts Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Sprouts Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular recognition for staff members Kayla and Kim. Parents report their children feel safe, happy, and excited to attend, with notable development in social skills, learning, and school readiness. The daycare is also credited with exceptional communication and customer service.

Patient and caring staffchildren love attendingstrong child development and learning outcomes
Address
5 Charles Court, Brunswick, ME
Phone
(207) 725-3700
Tiny Town Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1317 Sabattus Street, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 753-4832
Blueprints Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
220 Merchants Row, Lebanon, ME
Phone
(207) 457-1838
Miss Jordyn'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
60 Sweden Street, Caribou, ME
Phone
(207) 493-4777
Joyful Beginnings Child Care & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
20 Federal Road, Parsonsfield, ME
Phone
(207) 831-2372
Children'S Odyssey
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
19 Libby Street, Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 772-1959
Bambinos Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
83 Pineland Dr., New Gloucester, ME
Phone
(207) 688-8088
Eastern River Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
941 Gardiner Road, Dresden, ME
Phone
(207) 798-1824
Mika Randolph
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

MIKA Randolph is a martial arts-based center that receives consistently high praise from parents for its positive impact on children's confidence, discipline, and overall development. Parents highlight the caring and skilled staff, well-structured programs including summer camp and after-school care, and the center's responsiveness to family needs. The facility offers karate instruction, homework assistance, field trips, and creative activities in a safe, inclusive environmen

Address
131 Kinderhook Street, Randolph, ME
Phone
(207) 582-6365
Planet Recess Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
150 Maysville Road, Presque Isle, ME
Phone
(207) 764-0733
Special Children'S Friends
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
78 Union Street, Ellsworth, ME
Phone
(207) 667-2995
Dovetail Preschool At Cricket Hunt School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Dovetail Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and well-rounded curriculum emphasizing outdoor play and independent learning. Parents highlight the clean facilities, strong community, enrichment activities, and responsive communication as standout features.

kind and talented teacherscurriculum focused on independent play and outdoor timeclean and safe facilities
Address
40 Independence Drive, Freeport, ME
Phone
(207) 865-9600
Gorham Arts Alliance
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
34 School Street, Gorham, ME
Phone
(207) 839-5757
Children'S Adventure Day Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
39 School St, Gorham, ME
Phone
(207) 839-5757
Little Ducklings Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
502 Ossipee Trail, Gorham, ME
Phone
(207) 839-5757
A Learning Tree Childcare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7 Pumpkin Hill Lane, Gray, ME
Phone
(207) 657-2244
Kennebunk Gymnastics & Sports- Gymnation- Fit & Learn Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise GymNation Saco for its gymnastics and preschool programs, citing knowledgeable and caring coaches who treat families like their own. The facility offers multiple program levels from toddler classes to competitive teams, with strong emphasis on skill development, safety, and building children's confidence. Many families have maintained multi-year enrollment, with some spanning over a decade.

Experienced and patient coachespersonalized skill levelsvariety of programs (preschool
Address
15 Lund Road, Saco, ME
Phone
(207) 282-3864
Bright Start At Mid-Coast Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
84 Main Street, Topsham, ME
Phone
(207) 607-1301
Dolly'S Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Dolly's Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, nurturing environment, and strong focus on child development across social, emotional, and academic areas.

caring and supportive staffwelcoming environmenteffective settling-in process
Address
9 Barbara St, Topsham, ME
Phone
(207) 607-1301
Roots And Wings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1720 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Phone
(207) 646-3822
Comfy Cape Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
111 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME
Phone
(207) 699-9339
Ring Around The Rosey
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9 Acadia Avenue, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 753-4832

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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.