Licensed Daycare in Bar Harbor, Maine

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Bar Harbor?

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 Bar Harbor 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 Bar Harbor typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Bar Harbor?

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 .

2 licensed daycares in Bar Harbor, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Maine licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Maine avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Bar Harbor

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 Bar Harbor 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: 53 kids

ZIP codes covered

04609 2

Program types in Bar Harbor

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Family Daycare

1 centers

All Bar Harbor licensed centers

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L Group Care

Lewiston Kids First Academy #13

Bar Harbor

School Age (5+) Cap 54

S Family Daycare

Saco Childcare Academy #22

Bar Harbor

School Age (5+) Cap 52

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Bar Harbor, Maine?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Bar Harbor, 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 Bar Harbor?

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 Bar Harbor 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 Bar Harbor typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Bar Harbor?

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 Bar Harbor 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.