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185 TOWNSEND AVE STE K BOOTHBAY HBR, ME

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15 mi

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Our mission is to provide childcare that embraces children’s natural desires to play and explore in natural and inclusive environments, protected from the hurried life beyond our doors. Kids as we all know, grow up too fast. And these times are making them grow up even faster! We are focusing on slowing things down and taking a calmer approach. This will be applied to arts and crafts, reading, playing and overall. Allowing the children to work on things at their own pace in a structured…
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Olive J. says "I think they care for my child like he is their own child. They are really caring, loving people and they try to do a lot of fun stuff and do new interesting things with the kids! I have been very happy! My kid loves it!"
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31 Quaker Rd Sidney, ME

19 mi

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Call to make an appointment to come meet us. Additionally, we are a state licensed resource family. We have available an onsite meeting room for special services.
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In-Home daycare
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature

1147 Lakeview Dr South China, ME

23 mi

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State Licensed. Located near China Schools, bus pick up and drop off. Morning prek (China) pick up. CPR & First Aid Certified. Maine Roads To Quality Level 7 Quality for Maine Step 3 Meals & Snacks included. Infant, toddler and school age spots available!

1201 Main Street Bowdoin, ME

23 mi

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Full service child care center, serving 6-weeks to 10-years, with focus on educational programming.
Preschool
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Developmental (play-based)

1201 Main Street Bowdoin, ME

23 mi

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Educationally rich child care and early learning center for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old.
Preschool
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Developmental (play-based)

7 Winding Way Rockport, ME

24 mi

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Winding Way Daycare is a new small state licensed home daycare opening in August. The program has its own clean and spacious environment with a large outdoor play area. For the parent who wants to make sure their child gets the love, attention and dedication they get at home- this is the program you you! Offering care for ages 6 weeks and up! Hours 7-5 with possible extended hours if necessary.

1838 Royalsborough Road Durham, ME

30 mi

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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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Developmental (play-based)

301 Sawyer Rd Greene, ME

31 mi

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We believe that good childcare depends upon consistent caregiving in a center based atmosphere. Children grow and learn best in a safe environment that provides opportunities to explore, create and communicate with other children and adults. These groups function independently but cooperatively, following routines appropriate to individual needs. The program is designed to be inclusive of all children, including those with identified disabilities and special learning and developmental needs.…
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Developmental (play-based)

698 Unity Rd Benton, ME

32 mi

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We offer a structured preschool program that focuses on academic, physical, social and emotional growth. Children at Little Friends will learn through play and prepare for school readiness by following an exciting curriculum full of games, songs, arts, pretend play and hands on activities.

84 School Street Unity, ME

37 mi

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Broadreach Sprouts is an NAEYC accredited, innovative, nature-based early childhood education program serving children of all abilities, aged 2.5 to 5 years old, including those with special needs. Children explore, discover, create and learn together in the outdoors at least 4 hours a day where they experience the a sensory balance and wonder of the natural world. Sprouts is part of a growing national movement designed to reconnect children, with lively physical activity, fresh air,…
Special needs
Waldorf
Preschool
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Reggio emilia
Montessori
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Developmental (play-based)

414 Tobey Rd New Gloucester, ME

38 mi

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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.
Preschool
Child care
Developmental (play-based)

107 Hallowell Rd North Yarmouth, ME

38 mi

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Rose Garden specializes in the care and education of children ages 2 1/2 through sixth grade.
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature

23 Pond Road Raymond, ME

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45 mi

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Little Dragonfly's is a state licensed in-home day care located on the Gray/New Gloucester side of Raymond. I am CPR and First Aid certified. We spend our days playing inside and outside, doing age appropriate activities, preschool program, baking (based on age), coloring, playing games, music and movement, story time etc. We are opened Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. Healthy meals and snacks, baby food, wipes, and extra clothes are provided. We have been state licensed for 19 years. I…
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Kristin says "My two children went to Little Dragonfly's for several years and they loved every minute of it. They still talk about going back to visit Melissa. Melissa is one of a kind. She is the most patient person I know and so knowledgeable about child development. I learned so much from her. She's flexible, creative and most of all- loving. I did not worry for a moment when I left my 10 week old baby with her."

1 Plaza Drive Windham, ME

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46 mi

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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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Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative

18 Constitution Drive Westbrook, ME

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47 mi

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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."

1231 Shore Road Cape Elizabeth, ME

47 mi

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Immediate openings in our nature based preschool! Full time, part time, full day and half day options. Now enrolling students 2.5 and above!

68 Jordan Ave South Portland, ME

48 mi

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Reggio Emilio inspired Preschool and Certified Nature Explore classroom. We emphasize creative development and time in nature in our immersive early childhood education program.

525 Highland Ave South Portland, ME

48 mi

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Purpose Statement The purpose of Lighthouse Christian School and Child Care Center is to nurture all aspects of growth in children and to provide an atmosphere that encourages families to seek a closer personal relationship with Christ. Organization The preschool & child care center is a ministry of the South Portland Church of the Nazarene as a service to the community. The administrators give overall supervision and qualified teachers staff the operation. Children are welcome to…
Academic
Faith based
Preschool
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Developmental (play-based)

454 Mechanic Falls Rd Oxford, ME

49 mi

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M & M Child Care in Oxford, Maine provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children of all ages that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child and his/her physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth.
In-Home daycare
Developmental (play-based)

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Recent pre-k school reviews from local parents

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Little Critters Daycare

I think they care for my child like he is their own child. They are really caring, loving people and they try to do a lot of fun stuff and…

- Olive J.

Little Dragonfly's Child Care

My two children went to Little Dragonfly's for several years and they loved every minute of it. They still talk about going back to visit…

- Kristin

All About Kids

Amazing Childcare , son has been attending for almost a year, and loves it !

- Heather F.

FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Newcastle, ME

Pre-k programs in Newcastle, ME offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Newcastle, ME, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Newcastle, ME typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Newcastle, ME programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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