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83 Pineland Drive Gray Hall NEW GLOUCESTER, ME
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8 mi
At DaVinci, we care deeply about your child’s education and future. We understand the balance of academics and independent discovery. We value nature and the importance of children spending time outdoors.
Our mission is to cultivate open-minded, free thinkers with a passion for discovery. We strive to provide an intentionally planned curriculum that will help children develop independence and a sense of self. We encourage children to take ownership of their own learning through exposure to…
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Jillian O. says "Davinci Experience has been the best thing to happen to our family in terms of childcare. We have been thrilled with the care our son has received here, you can see how much the staff loves the kids. He has learned so much and continues to grow every day. We highly highly recommend them!"
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Hearts and Hugs Daycare has been in business for 30 years. The in home setting is just like being at Grammies house. Brenda has provided loving care for the children over the years. She is passionate about the career path she chose all those years ago and parents can rest assured their children will receive all the love and attention needed to grow into wonderful little people. She strongly believes children learn best through a play- and education-based setting. She also provides home cooked…
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Kylie C. says "I have sent both of my children to her for the last 3 years. She still has my younger child; my older has aged out and is in school now. She is great. She absolutely loves the children in her care. She's communicative and reaches out with any issues. She's always happy to share your child's wins, and she provides a lot of activities. She has a nice yard for the kids to play outside all summer. I would go to her again. The big thing is that she always loves my kids. I know that…
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100 Westbrook Street SOUTH PORTLAND, ME
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19 mi
Ready Set Grow Learning Center is a nature-based childcare center in South Portland, Maine, providing nurturing, high-quality care for children ages 6 weeks through 5th grade. We believe children learn best when they can explore, create, discover, and connect with nature. Our program offers meaningful outdoor experiences, hands-on learning, and developmentally appropriate activities that encourage curiosity, confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. With caring teachers, small…
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Erin D. says "We’ve had such a wonderful experience here. The teachers genuinely care about the children and their families, and our child is happy every day. We especially love that the children spend a lot of time outside and are always engaged in fun, educational learning activities.
Melanie is wonderful. She communicates very well with us, truly cares about our child, and makes us feel confident that our child is in good hands. They also provide all of the meals and snacks, which makes…
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Chickadee Preschool serves children 12 months to 5 years old, providing a warm, nurturing environment where they are encouraged to explore, discover, and grow through hands-on, play-based learning.
Our programs are tailored for meeting the unique needs of each child. The approach supports cognitive development by fostering independence, access to the arts, imagination, and elements of nature.
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Care Member says "Chickadee has been a wonderful choice for my family. The classes are small and teachers are all extremely caring and attentive. My son is growing leaps and bounds - loving the activities and the outdoor time. It’s really been so wonderful I can’t recommend them enough! "
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At Blissful Beginnings Preschool and Childcare, we provide a nurturing and positive environment for early learners to thrive!
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Sarah B. says "I have been really impressed with the level of intention and care put into the curriculum here. They are not ran like a most daycares but more like a preschool because it of the curriculum and the routine I see the kids follow everyday. The staff are personable and take a special interest in the children helping them feel seen and cared for. The building is kept clean and well managed and you can tell that the toys are very intentional. "
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River School has been serving families in Yarmouth and surrounding towns since 2007. We are an arts and nature based preschool drawing from Reggio Emilia, Waldorf and Montessori philosophies. The classroom environments are warm, homey and loving. We have two outdoor play spaces and frequently go to Royal River Park.
We are dedicated to helping children develop social and emotional skills by providing a culture based on community, while at the same time honoring children’s unique individual…
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Care Member says "Caring staff and thoughtful curriculum. They really put the child first. Our son flourished at River School and really loved being a part of the community there."
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We are a small and very affordable daycare, fully licensed and CPR certified. The main provider is Josephine Kakalis, who has been providing child care for over 30 years.
We pretty much guarantee that we will be the lowest licensed child care provider in the area and encourage families to get state assistance for their child care if they need it. One of our current families pays nothing out of pocket and it is all paid by the state, so check with them if you need child care but don't think you…
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Rose Garden specializes in the care and education of children ages 2 1/2 through sixth grade.
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Come join our community by enrolling your child at Kids’ Place Center!
Located on beautiful Chebeague Island, just a 15-minute ferry ride from Cousins Island, Kids’ Place offers high-quality, licensed early childhood education in a truly unique setting. For our mainland families, transportation is simple and safe: transportation-certified teachers meet students on Cousins Island by 8:15 a.m., accompany them on the ferry, and drive them the short 1.5 miles to Kids’ Place. At the end of the…
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Carly K. says " Very reliable and our child has gotten excellent attention and care."
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Claire M. says "I first brought my son the TLC when he was six months old. I was super nervous about it but Amanda immediately felt like family. He's three now, and TLC has been such a positive influence on my son's intellectual and emotional development. Dropping him off and knowing that Amanda and the staff are looking out for him and truly invested in the trajectory of each kid is everything. On a scale of one to five, I give the, a six."
We offer Developmentally Appropriate care for all ages 6 weeks to 12 years.
Affordable part time and full time care.
NAEYC Accredited and Step 4 Quality for Maine rating.
A convenient location in New Gloucester ( 7 minutes from Auburn turnpike, 15 minutes from gray center, & 10 minutes from Mechanic falls & Poland.
Also, a small center in Poland Rt. 26, 1 minute from Poland Community School approx.10 Minutes from Auburn Airport.
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At DaVinci, we care deeply about your child’s education and future. We understand the balance of academics and independent discovery. We value nature and the importance of children spending time outdoors.
Our mission is to cultivate open-minded, free thinkers with a passion for discovery. We strive to provide an intentionally planned curriculum that will help children develop independence and a sense of self. We encourage children to take ownership of their own learning through exposure to…
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Care Member says "We love Davinci. Our son started at one, and now our 6 month old is in the infant program. We are so happy (and so are they) at drop off every day. The outdoor focus, kind and caring staff, and small/cozy environment are perfect for our family. Highly recommend. "
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77 CHANDLER RD NEW GLOUCESTER, ME
(3)
13 mi
Our primary focus is on the development of social-emotional skills. We make every effort to model attentive listening, teach body language awareness of self and others, show kindness and empathy toward one another, and teach language and literacy skills through conversation, reading, games and other activities. All ages join together in play, crafts and mealtimes. This model has proven to support all areas of development.
Learning is part of everything children do here as they take part in…
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Whitney H. says "It's a very small intimate caring facility. Targeted more towards babies and toddlers. They really feel like home for our kiddos. We've been attending for about a year now. "
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Full service child care center, serving 6-weeks to 10-years, with focus on educational programming.
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Educationally rich child care and early learning center for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old.
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Children's Odyssey provides a content rich environment in which children learn through their active participation in a variety of hands-on, multi-modal experiences and social opportunities. These fun and inviting activities allow children to reach across domains to develop new skills by building and expanding upon existing ones. Intentional and incidental teaching occurs in an appropriate mix of individual, small, and large group instructional and freeplay opportunities, both indoors and out,…
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631 STEVENS AVE PORTLAND, ME
16 mi
Growing Learners strives to create a community amongst our staff and families. We will work together in providing a safe environment where children can discover new interests and grow socially as well as independently. We are nature based and Reggio inspired!
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All About Kids offers a before and after school program as well as soon opening a full day child care facility. The mission of All About Kids is to provide child care programs that are safe, healthy, and judgement-free. We strive to foster children s curiosity and encourage them to learn, grow, and explore. All About Kids wants them to become authentic individuals driven by their own interests. At our center, we offer activities and options that allow kids to be active and healthy. We…
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Heather F. says "Amazing Childcare , son has been attending for almost a year, and loves it !"
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In home family child care center run by an Occupational Therapist with a focus on early education and development of milestones through teacher guided free play.
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Christina M. says "Julie's daycare allows for the kiddos to play and explore their world. Assistance is given when developing and exploring new things. Snacks are healthy. Nap-times are quiet and restful. Communication with parents occurs during the day via Brightwheels app. Julie and her staff are friendly and approachable."
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Recent after school program reviews from local parents
After School Programs are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 4 listed after school programs
Davinci Experience Learning Center
Davinci Experience has been the best thing to happen to our family in terms of childcare. We have been thrilled with the care our son has…
- Jillian O.
Hearts and hugs daycare
I have sent both of my children to her for the last 3 years. She still has my younger child; my older has aged out and is in school now.…
- Kylie C.
Ready Set Grow Learning Center
We’ve had such a wonderful experience here. The teachers genuinely care about the children and their families, and our child is happy every…
- Erin D.
FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Freeport, ME
How long do after-school programs last near me in Freeport, ME?
After-school programs near you in Freeport, ME vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.
What are the benefits of after-school programs near me in Freeport, ME?
After school programs near you in Freeport, ME provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.
What activities are offered at after-school programs near me in Freeport, ME?
Depending on the program, activities in Freeport, ME may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.
How can I find a good after school program near me in Freeport, ME?
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