Custer, MT

Bright Horizons at Billings West End is a nationally accredited childcare center that serves families throughout the region, including Custer area residents. The center implements the Bright Horizons Emergent Curriculum, which builds on children's interests to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. All lead teachers hold early childhood education degrees or certifications, and the facility maintains low teacher-to-child ratios. The center features secure entry systems, comprehensive health and safety protocols, and age-appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments. Their World at Their Fingers curriculum emphasizes literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development through hands-on exploration.

Little Lambs Christian Preschool & Childcare provides faith-based early education serving families across Yellowstone County, including those commuting from Custer. The center combines Christian values with comprehensive early childhood education through their biblically integrated curriculum. All teaching staff are CPR/First Aid certified and participate in ongoing professional development. The facility features secure check-in systems, age-separated playgrounds, and developmentally appropriate classrooms. Their program emphasizes character development alongside academic readiness, with particular strength in literacy development and social skills. The center maintains excellent state licensing compliance and strong parent communication through daily reports and regular conferences.

Montessori Children's House of Billings offers authentic Montessori education serving families throughout southeastern Montana, including Custer area residents. The center is staffed by AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) trained guides who facilitate self-directed learning in carefully prepared environments. The program emphasizes independence, coordination, concentration, and order through hands-on Montessori materials. The facility features beautiful natural outdoor spaces, child-sized furniture and equipment, and mixed-age classrooms that foster peer learning. Their comprehensive curriculum covers practical life skills, sensorial development, language, mathematics, and cultural studies. The center maintains small class sizes and strong parent education programs to support child development both at school and at home.