Licensed Daycare in Guilford, Maine

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

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 Guilford 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 Guilford typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Guilford?

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 Guilford, 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 Guilford

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 Guilford 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: 23 kids

ZIP codes covered

04443 2

Program types in Guilford

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Family Daycare

1 centers

All Guilford licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

Augusta Little Scholars #16

Guilford

School Age (5+) Cap 22

K Group Care

Kids R Us Portland #65

Guilford

School Age (5+) Cap 25

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Guilford, Maine?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Guilford, 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 Guilford?

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 Guilford 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 Guilford typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Guilford?

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 Guilford 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.