Ellsworth, ME

The MDI YMCA Child Development Center offers a comprehensive educational program serving children from infancy through school age. Their curriculum focuses on whole-child development through play-based learning, social-emotional growth, and age-appropriate academic preparation. The center features highly qualified early childhood educators with CPR/first aid certification and ongoing professional development. Facilities include secure indoor learning environments and outdoor play areas. What makes this center stand out is their YMCA values-based approach, strong community integration, and flexible scheduling options that accommodate working families in the Ellsworth/Bar Harbor region.

The Sunshine House of Ellsworth provides a structured early learning curriculum called "Creative Curriculum" that balances academic preparation with social development. Their facility features secure access, modern classrooms, and age-appropriate learning materials. The center employs degreed early childhood educators who implement developmentally appropriate practices and maintain low teacher-to-child ratios. Special programs include Spanish language exposure, music and movement activities, and comprehensive kindergarten readiness. Their strong safety protocols, nutritious meal program, and consistent parent communication make them a top choice for Ellsworth families.

Wee Care Day Care & Preschool serves the greater Ellsworth area with a play-based educational approach that emphasizes hands-on learning and social development. Their experienced teaching staff holds early childhood credentials and provides individualized attention through small group activities. The center features secure facilities with dedicated infant rooms, toddler learning centers, and preschool classrooms equipped with modern educational materials. Their program includes structured learning activities, outdoor play in fenced playgrounds, and strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy skills. The center is known for its family-like atmosphere, experienced long-term staff, and commitment to serving the coastal Maine community.