Where Little Learners Grow, Play, and Thrive
Locally owned and family-focused, Bright Little Stars Inc. has cared for children in Billings, MT, for nearly two decades. Play-based learning, consistent routines, and real-time updates — all in a safe, nurturing space your child will love.
Licensed by Montana DPHHS
CPR & First Aid Certified Staff
CPR & First Aid Certified Staff
Serving Ages 0–8
Trusted Child Care Since 2006
At Bright Little Stars Inc. in Billings, MT, families have trusted us with their children's earliest and most important years since 2006. We are a locally owned, licensed child care center built on consistency, warmth, and real relationships with the families we serve. If you're ready to see our classrooms in person, schedule a tour today or call us at (406) 969-4270.
Karri Sweet, our founder and director, opened Bright Little Stars with a simple goal: create a place where children feel safe, seen, and excited to learn every single day. Nearly two decades later, that mission hasn't changed. We've watched centers open and close around us, but our doors have stayed open through every season, because families in Billings, Lockwood, Billings Heights, Laurel, Shepherd, Huntley, and the surrounding communities know they can count on us.
Licensed Child Care for Ages 0 to 12
We proudly serve children ages 0 to 12, offering full-day programs that grow with your child from infancy through the early school years. Every classroom is staffed by trained, caring teachers who understand that no two children learn the same way, and every day includes a healthy balance of structure and play
Play-Based Learning That Builds Real Skills
Our curriculum is built around play-based learning, because we believe children absorb the most when they're having fun. Through hands-on activities, guided play, and age-appropriate lessons, children build early literacy and math skills alongside something just as important: social and emotional development. Sharing, self-regulation, calming strategies, and cooperation are woven into daily routines, not treated as an afterthought.
Consistent Routines Children Can Count On
Children thrive on predictability, and consistent daily routines are at the heart of everything we do. From arrival to naptime to pickup, our days follow a rhythm that helps children feel secure and confident while giving parents peace of mind that their child's day is structured and purposeful.
Our Comprehensive Child Care Services
Bright Little Stars offers a full range of programs designed for different ages and stages:
Infant Care
Gentle, attentive care for your youngest little ones in a nurturing, secure environment.
Preschool and Child Care (Full Day, Ages 0 to 5)
Play-based early education that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond.
After School Care
Safe, engaging supervision for school-age children once the school day ends.
Real-Time Communication With Parents
We know staying connected to your child's day matters. That's why we use a parent communication app to share real-time updates, photos, and milestones throughout the day, so you're never left wondering how your child is doing.
Two Playgrounds, Nutritious Meals, and Trained Staff
Our facility includes two separate playgrounds so children of different ages can play safely and appropriately, along with nutritious meals served daily. Our staff are CPR certified, first aid certified, and trained under the Montana STARS to Quality Program, and our center is licensed by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Child Care Division. We are also proud members of the Montana Association for the Education of Young Children (MtAEYC).
Affordable, Accessible Child Care
We accept the Best Beginnings Scholarship, Montana's state child care assistance program, as well as military child care assistance, to help make quality care accessible to more families in our community.
Reviews
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My daughter has been attending Bright Little Stars for over a year now. She just recently graduated their preschool program and I believe she has been given all the amazing tools to start her school career off amazingly! I love the communication with staff and the care was awesome! Thank you all
-Bridget W
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It's been a good experience at Bright Little Stars, my 4 yr old likes it. They were there for md wen public schools are closed. They are great to my kiddo. No complaints here. Thank you Bright Little Stars, everyone that makes that place enjoyable for our kiddos.
-Cyndi S
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My 3 year old son has been going there for almost a year. He loves it!!! He has made so many friends and has learned so much from these ladies!
I have never had an issue with them. They communicate things very well to parents and ask every month if there is something parents want their kids to know so they can add it to the curriculum. I'm Happy with Bright Little Stars and so is my little man.
-Alex M
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Hands down the best daycare in Billings. I have had bad experiences with daycare and this far exceeds my expectations. Organized, friendly staff, extended hours, fair rates, transportation from school. I feel 100% safe with my daughter is in their care! HIGHLY recommend this place
-Afton
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My five year old son has been going to Bright Little Stars for nearly 3 years and has always loved it. We changed to BLS from an in-home daycare where he was a mess every time I dropped him off. Since being in BLS, he is happy and excited to go to daycare. We have never had cleanliness issues or lice or hand foot and mouth or any of those other illnesses that go around at daycares & schools. Never. Not in 3 years. And my son sucks his thumb, so we may be more susceptible than others.
This is a great facility with caring staff and owners. My son is not special needs, but I have only seen two kids there with noticeable special needs, and they seem to have done/be doing just fine. One child does not speak, so the teachers started teaching the other kids sign language. It's a little chaotic at times, but what do you expect from a building full of toddlers?? They do a great, caring job for which I am forever thankful.
-Carmody S
Schedule Your Tour of Bright Little Stars Today
The best way to know if Bright Little Stars is the right fit is to see it for yourself. Schedule a tour through our online scheduling tool, or call us directly at (406) 969-4270 to speak with our team. We can't wait to welcome your family to Bright Little Stars Inc. in Billings, MT.
