Missoula Family YMCA
Select Language
Select Language

Helping Missoula Kids Reach Their Potential

Now Enrolling!

For more than two decades, the Missoula YMCA has been a leader in early childhood education. Our early learning programs prepare Missoula children for Kindergarten and beyond through age-appropriate curriculum that supports social-emotional development. We operate two state-of-the-art, conveniently-located centers—the Learning Center in northwest Missoula and the Phyllis Washington Early Child Care Center on Russell Street. Both centers are STARS participants and licensed child care providers that accept Best Beginnings scholarships. We also offer YMCA financial assistance.

Looking to learn more about child care in Montana? Click the PDFs below for information on choosing a quality child care program and the Montana STARS to Quality program.

STARS to Quality PDF Early Learning Handbook Family Resources

Get Started

Schedule a Visit

Fill out our online form to schedule a time to explore our classrooms and meet our teachers.

Enroll Your Child

Complete enrollment ensure a place in our program.

Watch Your Child Grow!

Our curriculum-based program offers a strong foundation for Kindergarten and beyond!

Schedule Your Visit

Our Locations

Phyllis Washington Early Child Care Center

2950 S. Russell St.
406-532-6250

Located on the YMCA's Russell Street campus, the Phyllis Washington Early Child Care Center boasts five classrooms and age-appropriate outdoor play areas. This center is a Level 2 STARS to Quality participant and accepts Best Beginnings. Students at this location have the option to participate in the Y's swim lessons and Rookie Soccer programs.

The YMCA Learning Center

2683 A Palmer St.
406-728-1243

Located in the Palmer Plaza in northwest Missoula, the YMCA Learning Center offers five classrooms and age-appropriate outdoor play areas. The Learning Center is a Level 3 STARS to Quality participant and licensed by the state of Montana. 

Early Learning Center FAQs

Both of the YMCA's early learning centers offer care Monday–Friday from 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Tuition is subject to change annually in January.

Phyllis Washington Early Learning Center
  • Ages 6 Weeks–24 Months $1,299 per month
  • Ages 2-3 $1,137/month for four days of care
  • Ages 2-3 $1,201/month for five days of care
  • Ages 4-5 $1,095/month for four days of care
  • Ages 4-5 $1,195/month for five days of care
The Learning Center
  • Ages 6 Weeks–24 Months $1,299 per month
  • Ages 2-3 $994/month for three days of care
  • Ages 2-3 $1,201/month for five days of care
  • Ages 4-5 $994/month for three days of care
  • Ages 4-5 $1,195/month for five days of care

Each YMCA early learning center has an onsite cook responsible for providing healthy breakfasts, lunches, and snacks. 

Both centers are licensed through the state of Montana and accept Best Beginnings. The Missoula YMCA also offers its own financial assistance program to support families. Families must apply for Best Beginnings before applying for YMCA financial assistance. Talk to your center's director or click the buttons below to learn more.

Best Beginnings

YMCA Financial Assistance

All YMCA early learning teachers are certified in first aid, CPR, and infant CPR. All YMCA staff are mandatory reporters who've completed extensive training in child abuse prevention. 

As licensed child care providers, our early learning teachers also complete 16+ hours of ongoing professional development annually.

As a licensed child care program, YMCA Early Learning Centers maintain strict child-to-adult ratios in its classrooms.

  • 4:1 for children newborn through 11 months with a maximum group size of 12
  • 6:1 for children 12 months through 23 months with a maximum group size of 1
  • 8:1 for children two years old with a maximum group size of 16
  • 10:1 for children three years through five years old with a maximum group size of 20
  • 20:1 for children six years old and over with a maximum group size of 40

 

Schedule a Visit

 

We can't wait to welcome you to our child care centers! To get started, please complete the form below to request a tour. Our center directors will be in touch shortly.

THIS IS A TEST FORM ONLY

Our Early Learning Centers

A Commitment to Missoula Kids

The Missoula YMCA is a nonprofit charity. With the support of our members, partners, and donors, we're working to empower the next generation.

0

Students Annually

Every year, our early learning centers help hundreds of children prepare for Kindergarten and beyond.

0

Healthy Meals & Snacks

We're proud of provide healthy and nutritious meals and snacks at no additional cost to all children enrolled in our child care programs.