Licensed Daycare in Southwest Harbor, Maine
2 licensed daycares in Southwest Harbor, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Maine licensing records.
Childcare costs in Southwest 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 Southwest 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 overviewQuick 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
- 55 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Southwest Harbor
All Southwest Harbor licensed centers
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