How do I choose the right daycare in Kalispell?

When choosing a daycare in Kalispell, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Montana's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Montana) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

Child Daycare & Preschools in Kalispell, Montana (9 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Kalispell?

Kalispell offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Montana?

Daycare costs in Montana typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Kalispell for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kalispell

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

Blessed Beginnings Learning Center

4.12 score

4.2(8)

1818 Airport Road, Kalispell, MT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Blessed Beginnings Learning Center in Kalispell has highly polarized reviews. Six parents gave 5-star ratings praising the staff as kind, supportive, and professional with caring owners and good child development outcomes. Two parents gave 1-star ratings citing serious concerns including staff unprofessionalism, inadequate supervision, child injuries, and alleged conflicts of interest with regulatory oversight.

Kind and supportive staffinvolved and responsive owner

Nw Healthcare Kid Kare Center

3.85 score

3.7(5)

66 Claremont St, Kalispell, MT · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

NW Healthcare Kid Kare Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, structured learning environment, and teacher quality. However, some parents report management communication issues and concerns about lengthy waitlists. Overall, satisfied families plan to keep their children enrolled long-term.

Caring and wonderful staffknowledgeable teachersstructured and stable environmentmanager invests in staff appreciation

Child Daycare & Preschools in Kalispell, Montana

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Kalispell, Montana, making up 90% of the 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Kalispell, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Kalispell, Montana, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Kalispell, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Montana's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Montana)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Kalispell offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in Montana typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Kalispell for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Kalispell must be licensed by Montana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

9 Child Daycare & Preschools in Kalispell, Montana

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kalispell

Top Rated

Blessed Beginnings Learning Center

Discovery Development Center

Smith Memorial Day Care

Fvcc Early Childhood Center

Nw Healthcare Kid Kare Center

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Daycare types in Kalispell