Family Care

MSU Child Development Center
105 Herrick Hall / 406-994-5010
The MSU CDC offers a year-round early education program for Bozeman area young children, ages 3 to 5 years. A university laboratory site for research and learning, the center is licensed by the State of Montana and by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
TIP: Please contact the center asap as there could be a long waiting list.
ASMSU Daycare
Louise Shunk Day Care Community Center
1295 West Garfield Street / 406-994-4326
ASMSU Day Care provides childcare and educational activities for preschoolers aged 2½ to 6 years. The center is open to children of MSU students, staff and faculty, and is accredited by the National Academy for Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NAEYC).
TIP: Please contact the center asap as there could be a long waiting list.

Child Care Connections
1143 Stoneridge Drive Suite 1, Bozeman, MT 59718 // 406-587-7786 or 1-800-962-0418
Child Care Connections supports families and the local economy by encouraging quality childcare and safety through a variety of services. Child Care Connections is the only child care resource and referral agency in Gallatin, Park, Meagher, Broadwater, Jefferson, and Lewis and Clark Counties (Region 4 of Family Connections Montana.)
Family Connections Montana (800) 696-4503 or 406-761-6010
Family Connections Montana helps you find quality child care the best fits your needs. Whether your hours of needed care are limited or you are looking for specific environments, Family Connections Montana connects families to licensed child care providers in order to provide a quality experience for everyone. A child care referral may also be accessed through the website.
Care.com
Helping local families connect with caregivers. List of local child care centers, day care, babysitters, nannies, preschools etc.

Thrive provides local Gallatin Valley families with the resources, tools, and support they need to raise healthy, successful children. It provides mentoring, education, and support to children and families through signature programs designed right here in our community.
Child Care Connections’ Choosing Quality Child Care Pamphlet
NAEYC Accredited Program Search – What to look for in a program (Child Care and Preschool)
Zero to Three – Information and support on child early development
ChildCareAware website and State Child Care Facts in MT (2016 data set)