Licensed Daycare in Saint Mary, Montana
2 licensed daycares in Saint Mary, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Montana licensing records.
Saint Mary listings updated May 2026 from official Montana records.
Daycare in Saint Mary: what parents should know
Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare providers in Saint Mary, Montana, with Child Care Center the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Montana license at indexing time, sourced from Montana DPHHS — Early Childhood and Family Support Division.
In total, Saint Mary providers are approved for approximately 79 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Saint Mary childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Saint Mary
ChildCare Aware reports the Montana average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Saint Mary 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. Montana families may also qualify for Montana Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship (intake: (406) 444-5900).
Full Montana licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Montana DPHHS — Early Childhood and Family Support Division
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:8
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 39 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Saint Mary
Largest licensed centers in Saint Mary
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Saint Mary licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Saint Mary
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programMontana Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(406) 444-5900 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Montana DPHHS — Early Childhood and Family Support Division.
Official license searchChildcare resources for Saint Mary
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Saint Mary, Montana are compiled from official Montana DPHHS — Early Childhood and Family Support Division licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
Search 2 Licensed Centers in Saint Mary
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