For the 2026 school year, there are 3 alternative private preschools serving 122 students in Maine.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Maine private preschool average acceptance rate of 76%.
Alternative Private Preschools in Maine (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Appletree School ![Appletree School Photo]( "Appletree School Photo")
Alternative School
44 Two Lights Rd
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 799-4225
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 799-4225
Gr: NS | 40 students
73 Warrenton St
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 596-6405
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 596-6405
Gr: PK-8 | 51 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Roots Academy
Alternative School
2 Davis Point Lane
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(717) 480-7012
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(717) 480-7012
Gr: NS-6 | 31 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many alternative private preschools are located in Maine?
3 alternative private preschools are located in Maine.
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