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Licensed Daycare in Perham, Maine

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

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 Perham 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 Perham typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Perham?

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 center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Maine avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Perham

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 Perham 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: 103 kids

ZIP codes covered

04766 2

Program types in Perham

All Perham licensed centers

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Perham

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Perham, Maine?

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

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 Perham 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 Perham typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Perham?

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 Perham 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.