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Licensed Daycare in Damariscotta, Maine

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Damariscotta?

Statewide averages in Maine run roughly $1230/month for infants and $940/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Damariscotta daycares?

All licensed Maine centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Damariscotta typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Damariscotta?

Maine families can apply for Maine Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) (intake: (207) 624-7999). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Maine avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Damariscotta

ChildCare Aware reports the Maine average full-time cost at $1,230/month for infant care and $940/month for preschool. City-level prices in Damariscotta vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Maine families may also qualify for Maine Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) (intake: (207) 624-7999).

Full Maine licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Maine DHHS — Office of Child and Family Services
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 67 kids

ZIP codes covered

04543 3

Program types in Damariscotta

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

All Damariscotta licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

Augusta Stepping Stones #56

Damariscotta

School Age (5+) Cap 42

P Group Care

Portland Precious Moments #105

Damariscotta

School Age (5+) Cap 92

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Damariscotta, Maine?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Damariscotta, Maine, sourced from Maine DHHS — Office of Child and Family Services. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Damariscotta?

Statewide averages in Maine run roughly $1230/month for infants and $940/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Damariscotta daycares?

All licensed Maine centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Damariscotta typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Damariscotta?

Maine families can apply for Maine Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) (intake: (207) 624-7999). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Damariscotta daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Maine DHHS — Office of Child and Family Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.