Preschools in the Portland, ME Area

• Portland, ME•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.62 out of 5  81 reviews

Parent: One of my favorite things about Waynflete is there afterschool enrichment program. There is such a wide array of different activities that is offered to the students. The students can choose from karate, drama, dance, and much more. My daughter did dance on Monday afternoons. She would always leave her extended day of dance smiling, singing, and dancing. As a parent that was very refreshing to see after she has had such a long day. I would highly recommend to anyone considering Waynflete to make sure they inquire about the enrichment program, it is the best!... Read 81 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 579

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Regional School Unit No. 21 (MSAD 21), ME•

• PK, K-2

• grade A

• Students 358

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Yarmouth, ME•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  44 reviews

Senior: While at NYA I have learned so much from the student body, and the faculty. There has never been a lack of school spirit; each and every member of the community supports one another, even through this pandemic. I have attended NYA for the past six years, during these six years I have met so many faces that have each cultivated my experience here. In these six years I had the privilege to play a sport every season. During sports I have experienced student encouragement, passion for the game and respect for opponents. From another aspect the faculty at NYA is also supportive and caring for each of their students. The faculty have an open door policy to students from help with homework to just a chat about life. I have learned respect for others and their actions from the NYA community. I have also learned that with hard work you can achieve your academic success. The NYA community has helped me cultivate my working habits to prepare me for college. They have also given me connections.... Read 44 reviews

• grade A

• Students 375

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Regional School Unit No. 05 (MSAD 05), ME•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: Small, friendly, Norman Rockwell school where everyone knows each other. We have a new brick building with geothermal heat and solar and a garden out back. Some good teachers and some poor ones, but an overall good atmosphere without bullying.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A

• Students 431

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Regional School Unit No. 05 (MSAD 05), ME•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: In my opinion it's the best school in Maine bar none! My son is autistic and has access to the best treatment I have seen at any school, small class size, top grade teachers, and a roll ur sleeves up and get it done attitude co tribute to this schools being the best!... Read 1 review

• grade A minus

• Students 103

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Dayton Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 118

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Freeport, ME•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 3.72 out of 5  39 reviews

Parent: Our daughter has been attending Pine Tree Academy for 6 years and has loved it! The teachers go above and beyond and care so much about the students. They meet each student where they are at academically, socially, and emotionally. The elementary level program is amazing! The teachers and administration have been very supportive, and respond to any concerns right away. It is important to us for our children to have a well rounded education that is spiritually based, and that will ultimately prepare them for college and the real world. So far, we have had a great experience and look forward to our children's future at Pine Tree!... Read 39 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 125

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Regional School Unit No. 51 (MSAD 51), ME•

• PK, K-3

• grade A minus

• Students 669

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• West Bath Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade A minus

• Students 108

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Regional School Unit No. 01 (MSAD 01), ME•

• PK, K-5

• grade B+

• Students 85

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Freeport, ME•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 3.77 out of 5  43 reviews

Parent: We could not have made it through distance learning without Maine Coast Waldorf School. Connection in community is now more important than ever, and our choice several years ago to enroll at MCWS was validated again and again this spring. The teachers and staff went above and beyond during this first foray into distance learning, quickly and nimbly providing engaging and meaningful curriculum. When my son nor I thought we could get through another day of quarantine, we felt connected. Who knows what this Fall will actually bring, but we know the school experience will continue to learning in relationship. Grateful!... Read 43 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 288

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• South Portland, ME•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Alum: I attended GPCS from K-12th grade and now am 4 years out of high school and still incredibly thankful for the education I received through attending this school. You won't find another school in the Portland, Maine area with such a family culture and teachers who are always willing to give you the shirt off their back. I plan to send my own kids to school here in the future. I could write a 10 page paper on all the blessings I have received in my life as a result of my parents sacrifice to send me to GPCS. The value of the education I received far surpasses the cost of sending your children to school here.... Read 5 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 140

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Portland Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

• grade B+

• Students 496

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Regional School Unit No. 15 (MSAD 15), ME•

• PK, K-4

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  Rating 5 out of 5  4 reviews

Niche User: Overall, I couldn't be happier with the Dunn school. The educators I have got to know are passionate about their work and the school has developed a personalized learning approach that seems to be working well. It is proficiency based, yet the focus is still on the students, not just test scores. Last year I had concerns about the validity and the time requirements of the Smarter Balanced testing, I was able to opt my child out easily with one email and she was able to participate in alternate activities. I felt my wishes and concerns as a parent were respected. There is a positive school culture that is very student centered. They have a lot of after school programing that supports well-rounded students; art, music, drama, Destination Imagination, Mad Science, lego robotics, physical activity before and after school. Many of the activities are free and very innovative. Free before school physical activity programs to support student learning throughout the day for example, and a free weekly after school kayaking program in the fall. They are very resourceful, the school is located in Pineland, which is beautiful and the student are able to use their gardens, farms and pool in their academic programing. My children's experience there has been overwhelmingly positive.... Read 4 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 307

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Regional School Unit No. 01 (MSAD 01), ME•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: Woolwich is a very close-knit family friendly school. Parents support the school staff and school staff support the students & parents. The PTA collect box tops and have fundraisers so that not ONE PENNY comes out of the school budget for field trips.... Read 5 reviews

• grade B

• Students 283

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Regional School Unit No. 06 (MSAD 06), ME•

• PK, K-3

• grade B

• Students 269

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Portland Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Alum: It was a good school and I had a lot of fun there but I still learned also I really enjoyed my graduation and all the teachers. I liked the expeditions too because you could go on field trips about lobsters then go on a lobster boat. The same for the other expeditions. Also I liked the fact that you knew so many people in the school.... Read 1 review

• grade B

• Students 247

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Portland Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Excellent culture and learning opportunities for all students. Emphasis on literacy and math helps to prepare students for a successful future.... Read 1 review

• grade B

• Students 386

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Portland Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 395

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• South Portland Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Niche User: When I was an employee at Kaler, I enjoyed very much working with children from all grades, especially pre-k. I even grew close with a few and continue to maintain contact as much as I can. The only change I would like to see is a more inclusive classroom environment for students with special needs, where these children are integrated in the classroom with their peers.... Read 1 review

• grade B minus

• Students 217

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Gray, ME•

• Public School•

• PK, K-7

• grade B minus

• Students 172

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Portland Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 424

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Regional School Unit No. 23 (MSAD 23), ME•

• PK, K-2

• grade B minus

• Students 160

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Regional School Unit No. 75 (MSAD 75), ME•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 264

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Portland Public Schools, ME•

• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• Students 437

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1