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Wonder Years Daycare

1043 Pinkham Brook Rd Durham, ME

Child care
Wonder Years Daycare believes early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring and discovery. Preschool children are receptive and creative. The center's goal is to nurture and encourage these qualities in the children who attend.
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COZY COTTAGE CHILDCARE LLC

77 CHANDLER MILL ROAD NEW GLOUCESTER, ME

4.5(2)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
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...

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...

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Kidquarters Child Care Center

414 Tobey Rd New Gloucester, ME

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 &...
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Kayla's Childcare

45 Horton Street Lewiston, ME

Family child care in a home like setting is the best alternative there is for working parents. It provides a small secure environment for children during the most important time of their development. Family child care offers a home away from home, providing children with siblings of all ages, to play, socialize, and learn...

Donna's Daycare

705 Webster St Lewiston, ME

Donna's Daycare in Lewiston, ME provides a trusting and safe atmosphere for students from preschool to school-age. They feature planned activities including well-balanced and nutritious meals, as well as plenty of play time. They cultivate the children's cognitive and social skills in a nurturing environment that prepares the...
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Ms. Emilienne's NeighborSchool

9 Walker Avenue Lewiston, ME

Ms. Emilienne's NeighborSchool is a licensed home daycare in Lewiston, ME. As a parent, figuring out child care can feel daunting. Especially if you're trying to find child care for the first time. You want something that feels right, something that's going to give you the peace of mind that your child is not only in good...

LATTY, DENISE & MARK DAY CARE

17 Hodsdon Rd Pownal, ME

Child care
LATTY, DENISE & MARK DAY CARE in Pownal, Maine, is a child care establishment that utilizes the Montessori philosophy and materials in their classroom that self-correct and help the students in developing their five senses. This child care institution helps in promoting independence on the part of the children, enhancing their...

Small Wonders Daycare and Preschool

11 Lamb Farm Road Brunswick, ME

State license verified

Small Wonders Daycare is a home based daycare on a dead-end street. We have been in business for over 30 years. We also provide an on-site preschool program. Large fenced in playground. We participate in the USDA food program and provide healthy breakfast, snacks, and lunch. We offer daycare for Infant through School-Age....

Mimi's House

12 Forest Dr Topsham, ME

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Mimi's Home Childcare offers loving structured in home care for, infants, toddlers, preschoolers as well as before and after care for elementary school age children. With over 25 years of experience, many children have known the love and care found within this home. Your child will feel secure in the home-like environment...

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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Durham, ME

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Durham, ME can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Durham, ME provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Durham, ME, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Durham, ME can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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