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Best Maine Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 77 private daycares & preschools serving 9,111 students in Maine.

The private daycares & preschools in Maine include North Yarmouth Academy, Saint Dominic Academy, and Temple Academy.

The average tuition cost is $13,363, which is lower than the Maine average tuition cost of $22,000.

45% of private daycares & preschools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 77
# Students Served: 9,111

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 77
# Students Served: 9,111

Maine Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

Private Schools

9,111

Students

$13,363

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

12%

Students of Color

9:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Maine?

The private daycares & preschools in Maine include North Yarmouth Academy, Saint Dominic Academy, and Temple Academy.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Maine?

77 private daycares & preschools are located in Maine.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Maine?

The average tuition cost is $13,363, which is lower than the Maine private school average tuition cost of $22,000.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Maine?

Maine private daycares & preschools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Maine private school average of 16%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Maine?

45% of private daycares & preschools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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