Licensed Daycare in Butte, Montana
2 licensed daycares in Butte, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Montana licensing records.
Butte listings updated May 2026 from official Montana records.
Daycare in Butte: what parents should know
Butte 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 Butte report infant care (roughly 50% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).
Licensed care in Butte spans 3+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute.
Together, licensed providers in Butte report capacity for roughly 144 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Butte childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Butte
ChildCare Aware reports the Montana average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Butte 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
- 72 kids
Program types in Butte
Largest licensed centers in Butte
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Butte licensed centers
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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
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Where to get childcare help in Butte
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 Butte
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Butte, 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
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