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56 Before or After School Daycare in Maine

Browse 56 before or after school daycare 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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All Before or After School Daycare in Maine

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Msad # 27- Fort Kent
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
84 Pleasant Street, Fort Kent, ME
Phone
(207) 834-3189
Mid Maine Tech Pre-School Lab
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
3 Brooklyn Avenue, Waterville, ME
Phone
(207) 873-0102
Winthrop Area Ymca Kids Club
Before or After School Daycare
4.8
Address
23 Highland Ave., Winthrop, ME
Phone
(207) 462-0490
Educare Central Maine
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Educare Central Maine receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5. Parents highlight caring and nurturing staff, a welcoming environment, good progress for children, and accommodating policies. The facility is noted as particularly suitable for children with disabilities.

caring and attentive staffexcellent teachers (especially Amanda)good communication with parents
Address
56 Drummond Ave, Waterville, ME
Phone
(207) 680-7200
Penobscot Bay Ymca- Cres Afterschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

This facility receives consistently high ratings (all 5/5 stars) from visitors who praise it as a well-maintained, family-friendly YMCA with diverse amenities including pools, fitness equipment, gymnastics, rock climbing, and various classes. Staff are described as courteous, professional, and welcoming. The location is convenient to Camden/Rockport with accessible facilities for people with disabilities.

Friendly and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilitydiverse amenities (pools
Address
11 Childrens Way, Rockport, ME
Phone
(207) 236-3375
Sanford Springvale Ymca - Waterboro Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

This facility receives consistently high praise across all reviews. Parents highlight the welcoming staff, cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and variety of amenities including the pool, gym, exercise classes, and physical therapy services.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesexcellent pool
Address
340 Sokokis Trail (Rt. 5), East Waterboro, ME
Phone
(207) 324-4942
Sanford Springvale Ymca - Alfred Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

This facility receives consistently high praise across all reviews. Parents and members appreciate the clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly and attentive staff, and diverse amenities including a pool, gym, exercise classes, and outdoor trails.

Welcoming staffexcellent cleanlinesswell-maintained facilities
Address
21 Sanford Rd, Alfred, ME
Phone
(207) 324-4942
Sanford Springvale Ymca - Noble Jr. High School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

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 equipment
Address
46 Cranberry Meadow Rd, Berwick, ME
Phone
(207) 698-4465
Sanford Springvale Ymca @ Willard School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

This facility receives consistently high praise across all reviews. Parents and members highlight excellent cleanliness, friendly and attentive staff, well-maintained facilities, and a strong sense of community. The YMCA offers diverse amenities including a pool, gym, exercise classes, physical therapy services, and outdoor trails.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and welcoming staffexcellent exercise classes with flexible scheduling
Address
668 Main Street, Sanford, ME
Phone
(207) 324-0652
Waldo County Ymca - Belfast
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Waldo County YMCA in Belfast is highly regarded as a welcoming community facility that serves families, adults, and children. Parents praise the friendly staff, quality facilities including pools and fitness areas, and inclusive approach regardless of financial status. The after-school program receives particular recognition for its caring staff and community-focused mission.

Friendly and welcoming staffexcellent swimming pool facilitiesafter-school programs
Address
157 Lincolnville Avenue, Belfast, ME
Phone
(207) 338-4598
Bucksport Area Child Care Center - After School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Most reviews are highly positive, with parents praising the staff, communication, and care quality over multiple years. However, two detailed negative reviews raise concerns about staff training, handling of behavioral issues, assessment practices with young children, and potential neglect of neurodivergent children's emotional needs.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communication with parentschildren enjoy attending
Address
53 Miles Ln Miles Lane, Bucksport, ME
Phone
(207) 469-7623
Ymca Of Southern Maine- Portland Sacc
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

These reviews are about the YMCA facility itself, not the daycare program. Reviewers praise the gym equipment, pool, staff friendliness, and community mission. The facility offers various amenities including fitness classes, basketball courts, and financial assistance programs.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffaffordable membership options with financial assistance
Address
70 Forest Avenue, Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 874-1115
First Lutheran Children'S Program
Before or After School Daycare
4
Address
132 Auburn Street, Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 797-2525
Down East Ymca- Bucksport Afterschool Program- G.H. Jewett School
Before or After School Daycare
4

Parents praise the summer camp and afterschool programs, with positive feedback about the facility, staff, and activities like swimming. However, one parent reported significant communication issues when trying to enroll children in sports programs, citing poor responsiveness over a three-week period.

Summer camp qualityswimming programsfriendly staff
Address
66 Bridge Street, Bucksport, ME
Phone
(207) 469-3518
Rsu #13- South School
Before or After School Daycare
3.5
Address
100 Holmes Street, Rockland, ME
Phone
(207) 596-2008
Promise Early Education Center- Robert V. Connors Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
3
Address
400 Bartlett Street, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 753-4832
Saint Dominic Academy- Lewiston Campus
Before or After School Daycare
Address
17 Baird Avenue, Lewiston, ME
Phone
(207) 783-9323
Auburn School Department-East Auburn School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
15 Andrew Drive, Auburn, ME
Phone
(207) 784-6431
Family Focus- Bowdoin School Age Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1460 Main Street, Bowdoin, ME
Phone
(207) 406-4573
Friends School Of Portland
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11 Us Rt 1, Cumberland Foreside, ME
Phone
(207) 780-8098
Children'S House Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
58 Elm Street, Camden, ME
Phone
(207) 236-2911
Penobscot Bay Ymca- South School
Before or After School Daycare

This facility is a YMCA community center in Rockland, Maine, not a traditional daycare. Reviews are exclusively positive, praising the well-maintained equipment, clean facilities, friendly staff, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness areas, gymnastics, rock climbing, and various classes.

Professional and courteous staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesdiverse amenities (pools
Address
100 Holmes Street, Rockland, ME
Phone
(207) 236-3375
Penobscot Bay Ymca- Thomaston Grammar School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
65 Watts Lane, Thomaston, ME
Phone
(207) 236-3375
Maine Coast Waldorf School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
60 Desert Road, Freeport, ME
Phone
(207) 865-0526
Harrison School Age Child Care (2)
Before or After School Daycare
Address
Community Ctr, Harrison, ME
Phone
(207) 671-1040
Ymca Of Southern Maine - Brown School
Before or After School Daycare

These reviews do not pertain to the daycare facility. All reviews discuss the Portland YMCA's gym, pool, and fitness facilities rather than the YMCA of Southern Maine - Brown School daycare program located in South Portland.

None applicable to daycare services
Address
35 Highland Avenue, South Portland, ME
Phone
(207) 874-1111
Stillwater School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
28 Mansion Road, Hollis Center, ME
Phone
(207) 929-3209
Sanford Springvale Ymca - Vivian & Hussey School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
20 Blackberry Hill Rd., Berwick, ME
Phone
(207) 698-4465
Sanford Springvale Ymca - Acton Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
700 Milton Mills Rd, Acton, ME
Phone
(207) 324-4942
Ymca Of Southern Maine - Biddeford Primary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
320 Hill St, Biddeford, ME
Phone
(207) 468-8611

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Frequently asked questions

There are 56 before or after school 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.