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Preschools in Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 46 listed preschools

The Children's House

Wonderful pre school with dedicated owner . Provides a great start for ELL kiddos in prep. for entering Public Schools - pre k /...

- Sally H

Levey Day School

hidden gem of a school, excellent in every area, intimate and dynamic

- Harmony

JCA Preschool

My daughter attended the JCA and had a fabulous experience. From the moment I walked into the door I felt like I was part of the community....

- Mary W.

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The Children's House

415 Forest Ave Portland, ME

5.0(1)
We are a small, diverse, energetic childcare facility located in Portland. We serve children ages 6 weeks - 5 years. Our toddler program provides our 2 & 3 year olds with fun and developmentally appropriate activities, while our academically based preschool prepapres our older 3 and 4 year olds for kindergarten! Our cargivers...

Sally H says "Wonderful pre school with dedicated owner . Provides a great start for ELL kiddos in prep. for entering Public Schools - pre k / kindergarten."

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Circle Time PreSchool

1364 Washington Ave Portland, ME

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Circle Time Preschool in Portland, Maine, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant, toddler, and preschool that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child...
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Levey Day School

400 Deering Ave Portland, ME

5.0(1)
Kindergarten
Levey Day School offers small classes, exceptional teachers, foreign language immersion, moral and spiritual development, and an exciting secular curriculum that allows your child’s creativity and love of learning to flourish.

Harmony says "hidden gem of a school, excellent in every area, intimate and dynamic"

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JCA Preschool

57 Ashmont St Portland, ME

5.0(6)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
We are a NAEYC Accredited Preschool in Portland Maine

Mary W. says "My daughter attended the JCA and had a fabulous experience. From the moment I walked into the door I felt like I was part of the community. The community...

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Portside Learning Center LLC

1976 Washington Ave Portland, ME

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Portside Learning Center LLC located in Portland ME is a childcare center that offers a stimulating and creative environment for children. It provides developmentally appropriate activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children. The center has a capacity of 62 children at the maximum.

Geraldine C. says "The best kept secret in Portland. If you are Lucky to get in you will stay. Openings are rare because most of the center have siblings. It's a...

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Growing Learners At Stevens Square

631 STEVENS AVE PORTLAND, ME

State license verified

starting at
$1173/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Child care
Preschool
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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Art Play Nursery School Inc

52 Murray St Portland, ME

Child care
Art Play Nursery School Inc located in Portland ME is an educational institution that offers a safe and artistic environment for children. It provides a half-day, art-related activities for children age 3 and 4. The facility is equipped with different art materials, which the children use to explore and express their thoughts...
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Home Away From Home

61 Huntington Ave Portland, ME

Home Away From Home is full day, preschool/daycare program in a great family neighborhood. We have been in business for 23 years and enroll children ages 2-5. We provide high quality breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack, and all preschool materials, for one reasonable price. We have a lovely fenced backyard and everything is...
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The Children's Adventure Center

125 Presumpscot St Unit 3 Portland, ME

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
The Children's Adventure Center is a childcare and learning facility that can accommodate a maximum of 105 children and located at 125 Presumpscot Street Unit 3, Portland, Maine. The center caters to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children, providing them a safe and stimulating learning environment that meets...
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Rosemont Nursery School

47 Runnells St Portland, ME

Child care
Preschool
Located in Portland, Maine, Rosemont Nursery School provides a nurturing learning environment for children ages two and a half up to five years old. It promotes exploration and self-directed learning in their facility. Additionally, the school supports the personal and social development of children. It is operational Monday...
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Karen's Daycare

65 Dawson St Portland, ME

Child care
Karen's Daycare provides a preschool and childcare program in South Portland, Maine. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities and aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Karen's Daycare welcomes infants through school-aged...
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The Catherine Morrill Day Nursery

96 Danforth St Portland, ME

Child care
Preschool
The Catherine Morrill Day Nursery in Portland, ME promotes the children's development in a nurturing and safe atmosphere. They enhance the student's emotional, cognitive, social, and physical growth. This child care organization encourages students to be creative and active learners while developing their skills at their pace...
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Trinity Daycare Center

113 Coyle St Portland, ME

Child care
Preschool
Trinity Daycare Center is an establishment situated in Portland, ME that provides services for the students in the community. This child care organization is accepting children and is open full time every week from Mondays to Fridays. This child care center started operating in the year 2006 and can accommodate a total of up to...
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Joan's Place

38 Ray St Portland, ME

Child care
Preschool
Joan's Place is a home-based child care center in Portland, Maine, which was established on March 6, 1984. The child care center is capable of accommodating the needs of up to twelve children. Joan's Place is open on Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Blissful Beginnings

5 Fox Run Road Falmouth, ME

5.0(1)
I am a stay-at-home mom offering affordable, reliable childcare. I provide your child with a happy, cheery, energetic, nurturing, clean and safe home environment to thrive in their early childhood. I believe in respecting each child's interests and abilities, as well as to provide a safe, nurturing place to take risks and...

Mary O. says "Mary is like the child whisperer! She is always kind and calm!"

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Nikki Westover

1218 Methodist Road Westbrook, ME

5.0(1)
Hi there! I'm currently a stay at home Mom of two amazing young children. I am a responsible and trustworthy person who has a passion for working with children and am looking to take in a child or two. Before staying at home, I was a nanny for 4 years and then worked in child care for 10 including 8 years at a top rated NAEYC...

Sue W says "I have known Nikki Westover for many years. First, as a high school student working part time in our school, this continued during her college years as well,...

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The Growing Tree Childcare Llc

51 Presidential Way Westbrook, ME

State license verified

I am in the process of opening a home daycare centered on organic food and philosophy and preschool called Growing Tree Childcare. I have an expansive organic vegetable garden that will be providing some of the food, will be following an eco-healthy model and will become Eco-Healthy Childcare Certified. I do not use pesticides,...
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Your Little Artist

68 Jordan Ave South Portland, ME

State license verified

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

280 Ocean House Rd Cape Elizabeth, ME

5.0(1)
Located in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, World of Wonders Nursery School aims to provide a colorful and stimulating environment with educational, artistic and social interaction opportunities. It accepts children ages three to six years old. The School offers hands-on programs that involve science, math, language arts, music, art,...

Kristen H. says "Janet is a wonderful teacher and fully prepared my son for kindergarten."

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Little Hands Daycare & Learning Center

72 Gray Rd Falmouth, ME

3.7(3)
Child care
Preschool
The Little Hands Daycare & Learning Center provides a childcare program in Falmouth, Maine. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Little Hands Daycare & Learning Center...

Megan S says "Dependable care and great staff. Everyone has gone out of their way to make sure it a great experience for both of my children. They also do a great job...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Portland, ME

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Portland, ME. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Portland, ME for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Portland, ME, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Portland, ME.

When looking for a preschool near you in Portland, ME on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Portland, ME who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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