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Best Before or After School Daycare in Waterville, ME

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Waterville. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Waterville, Maine at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Waterville has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 53 parent reviews averaging 3.8/5.The largest concentration is in 04901 with 13 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waterville

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
    Educare Central Maine
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    56 Drummond Ave, Waterville, ME · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 225 children

    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 parentswelcoming environment
  2. 2
    Waterville Area Boys & Girls Club - Harold & Bibby Alfond Youth Rec Center
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    126 North St, Waterville, ME · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 250 children

    This facility is actually a Boys & Girls Club recreation center, not a daycare. Reviews praise the modern facilities, clean environment, and quality programming including pools, fitness center, and youth activities. Staff are described as friendly and welcoming, though some members have experienced inconsistent policy enforcement.

    Modern facilities with poolsfitness centerclimbing walltrack

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Waterville

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

2.75avg rating
9 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.85avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Waterville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0490113
3.8
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Waterville (12–250 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Waterville based on parent reviews

Educare Central Maine

4.7(20)

56 Drummond Ave, Waterville, ME

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

Mid Maine Tech Pre-School Lab

5

3 Brooklyn Avenue, Waterville, ME

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Daycare types in Waterville

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 4

Before or After School Daycare in Waterville, Maine

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Waterville, Maine, making up 31% of the 13 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 Waterville have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.85 stars. Our analysis covers 53 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Waterville, 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 Waterville

Showing 4 results

Mid Maine Tech Pre-School Lab
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
3 Brooklyn Avenue, Waterville, ME
Phone
(207) 873-0102
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
Creative Minds Daycare
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3 Brooklyn Ave, Waterville, ME
Phone
(207) 861-1128
Half-Pints Daycare/Preschool- Gilman St
Before or After School Daycare
Address
21 Gilman St, Waterville, ME
Phone
(207) 660-3175

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Waterville, Maine, out of 13 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 Waterville have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Waterville, 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
Waterville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Waterville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Waterville 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.