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Discovery Preschool & Childcare Center, Inc.

" A place to learn, play, explore and discover the world."

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Established in 2005

Awarded an extended 3 year license in 2010.  

Licensed for children 12 months thru 6 years

  Featured facility in the 2010 Missoula Parade of Child Care Providers.


UPDATES: We will be CLOSED Monday, May 28th for Memorial Day.

Preschool Graduation Ceremony and pot luck will be Thursday, May 31st at 6:30 pm. 
We have 10 graduates this year!

 

We will have one full time space available in the toddler room (12-24 month) effective June 26th, 2 spaces for the 2-3 year beginning June 1st, and 2 spaces beginning Sept 1st. 
Please call for a tour of our facility.
 While we have an open door policy for our enrolled families, we ask that prospective parents contact us to arrange a tour
 with the Director.
 
 

For additional updated information see "Classroom News" page.

 

Please read our Parent Handbook for important information and policies.

 

 

 

For more information contact Discovery Preschool and Childcare Center, Inc.

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Some children will thrive in a family or group home childcare environment, while others do well in a larger Center environment. When choosing your child care facility this is an important consideration to make. Ask questions and carefully consider all options before choosing a Childcare Provider. Communication is very important between a provider and families.  

We are working towards future accreditation from NAEYC. Link to learn more about NAEYC Accreditation.

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518 South Ave West
Missoula, MT
(406) 543-0879

Monday- Friday
7:00am-6:00pm

Mission Statement & Philosophy
 
Discovery Preschool is a licensed Center for children ages 12 months thru 6 years old. Our Mission is to provide children with a safe and nurturing learning environment and varied experiences which help them develop socially, intellectually, physically and emotionally in a manner that is age-appropriate. Our facility provides four separate classroom spaces- a Toddler Room, 2-3 Year Classroom, and two Preschool classrooms for children ages 3-4 and 4-5 years old. There are two playground spaces with developmentally appropriate structures and equipment. For additional information please see "Our Program" page. Downloadable parent information on "Staff and Rates" page.
 
We offer arts experiences that are open-ended, creative movement, creative ballet, and music experiences, as well as an introduction to Spanish and Zoo Phonics. Our food program introduces children to foods from around the world. Our theme-based curriculum integrates a variety of arts and cultural experiences for preschoolers. We provide both full time and part time childcare to our families. For the majority of our children, we provide a preschool experience in a full day child care setting.  
 
We have been licensed through the state of Montana for 7 years, and we are working towards future accreditation from NAEYC. We will focus on and work toward achieving the guidelines and standards set by the NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children). 
 
-  We believe children learn through play,
hands-on activities, and exploration.
 
-  We believe each child is unique and will help
each to fulfill his/ her potential.
 
-  We believe physical activity is essential
for continued growth in both large and 
small motor development.
 
 -  We believe in the importance and value 
of  the arts in children's learning and 
development.

View Teaching Methods PDF


Download PDF file information is located on our Staff & Rates page

* The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or political beliefs. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information ( Braille, large print, audiotape, etc) should contact the USDA Target Center (202) 720-2600. * To file a complaint of discrimination, write, USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Ave. SW, Washington DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.


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