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Best Headstart Programs in Berwick, ME

Compare 1 headstart programs in Berwick. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Berwick, Maine at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Berwick has 1 licensed headstart programs with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 03901 zip code, averaging 4.53 stars across 7 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Berwick

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.

  1. 1
    Sanford Springvale Ymca - Noble Jr. High School
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    46 Cranberry Meadow Rd, Berwick, ME · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

    This facility receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly and attentive staff, and diverse amenities including a pool, gym, exercise classes, and physical therapy services. The YMCA is noted for its community-focused approach and good value for membership.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly and welcoming staffwell-maintained equipmentexcellent exercise classes with flexible scheduling
  2. 2
    Berwick Village Preschool & Daycare
    4 score
    4(9)

    103 School Street, Berwick, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Berwick Village Preschool & Daycare receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the facility's safety, cleanliness, staff kindness, and child development outcomes. However, five other parents report serious concerns including non-refunded advance payments, poor communication protocols, inadequate infant care practices, and unresponsive management.

    Safety protocolsclean facilityexperienced staffchild learning and development

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Berwick

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Berwick, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.6avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Berwick zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
039017
4.53
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Berwick (16–49 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Berwick

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Berwick, Maine

There are 1 headstart programs in Berwick, Maine, making up 14% of the 7 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Berwick have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

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

All Headstart Programs in Berwick

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York County Community Action Corporation- Berwick Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
20 Blackberry Hill Road, Berwick, ME
Phone
(207) 459-2963

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Berwick, Maine, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Berwick have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Berwick, 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
Berwick offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Berwick for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Berwick 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.