Licensed Daycare in Virginia City, Montana
2 licensed daycares in Virginia City, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Montana licensing records.
Virginia City listings updated May 2026 from official Montana records.
Daycare in Virginia City: what parents should know
Virginia City has 2 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Licensed Group Child Care Home 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.
For age coverage, 1 center in Virginia City report infant care (roughly 50% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).
Combined, Virginia City's licensed centers hold about 140 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Virginia City childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Virginia City
ChildCare Aware reports the Montana average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Virginia City 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
- 70 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Virginia City
Largest licensed centers in Virginia City
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Virginia City licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.
Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
How many licensed daycare centers are in Virginia City, Montana?
What's the average daycare cost in Virginia City?
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Virginia City daycares?
Are subsidies available for daycare in Virginia City?
How do I verify a Virginia City daycare's license?
Where to get childcare help in Virginia City
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 Virginia City
Data and guidance on this page draw on official government and nonprofit sources.
How this data is sourced. Listings for Virginia City, 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 Virginia City
Free, no signup, verified directly with Montana DPHHS — Early Childhood and Family Support Division.