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Some of the Best Daycares in Helena, MT

Of Helena's 65 daycares, 54 (83%) hold a 4 or 5 star rating from Childery, above Montana's statewide rate of 74%.

The local market includes 37 centers, 12 group child care homes, and 16 family child care homes, a lower home-based share than Montana's average of 61%.

Listed alphabetically below are some of the highest-rated providers in Helena. Childery ranks providers using publicly auditable inputs: state QRIS scores, NAEYC-aligned ratios and group sizes, and federal CCDBG training coverage. See the Montana methodology page for the full breakdown.

65
Daycares
54
4 or 5 Stars

Rating Distribution in Helena

47(72%)
7(11%)
0(0%)
0(0%)
11(17%)

Mean rating across all displayed daycares in Helena: 4.2 (Sample of 65).

Structural rating across all displayed daycares in Helena: 4.2 (Sample of 65).

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Some of the Best Daycares in Helena

Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed daycares are in Helena?
There are 65 licensed child care providers in Helena.
What percentage of Helena daycares have high quality ratings?
83% of Helena daycares hold 4 or 5 stars on Childery's composite rating, compared to 74% statewide in Montana.
What types of childcare are available in Helena?
37 center-based, 28 home-based providers operate in Helena.
Is there financial help for childcare in Montana?
Montana offers childcare subsidies and assistance programs for income-eligible families. See income limits, waitlist status, and how to apply.Childcare subsidies in Montana