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Best Before or After School Daycare in Belfast, ME

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Belfast. Average rating: 3.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Belfast, Maine at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.63/5
Parent reviews
44
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Belfast has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 44 parent reviews averaging 3.63/5.The largest concentration is in 04915 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Belfast

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
    Waldo County Ymca - Belfast
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    157 Lincolnville Avenue, Belfast, ME · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    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 programsscholarship assistance available without stigma
  2. 2
    Kids Unplugged
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    17 Airport Road, Belfast, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Parents consistently praise Kids Unplugged as an excellent facility for gymnastics classes, daycare, birthday parties, and open play. Staff members, particularly an instructor named Lee, are highlighted for their care, attentiveness, and ability to build children's confidence and skills in a safe, inclusive, and fun environment.

    Caring and attentive staffskilled gymnastics instructionchildren gain confidence and physical developmentinclusive and welcoming environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Belfast

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.37avg rating
8 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Belfast zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
049159
3.63
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Belfast (12–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Belfast based on parent reviews

Waldo County Ymca - Belfast

4.4(20)

157 Lincolnville Avenue, Belfast, ME

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

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Daycare types in Belfast

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Belfast, Maine

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Belfast, Maine, making up 11% of the 9 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 Belfast have an average rating of 3.63 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 44 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Belfast

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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

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Belfast, Maine, out of 9 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 Belfast have an average Google rating of 3.63 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Belfast, 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
Belfast offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Belfast for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Belfast 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.