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The Sunshine Academy 312

6643 Hwy 312, Billings, MT 591055.0· 4 reviews
licensed capacity
50
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$227
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About The Sunshine Academy 312

The Sunshine Academy 312 is a licensed child care center in Billings, Montana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.

Montana DPHHS Child Care Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: six weeks to five years old
Ask when you call: rates, current openings and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
50 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks to five years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumFrog Street Curriculum
Staff-to-child ratio1:4 infants, 1:6 young toddlers, 1:8 twos, 1:10 preschool
Daily lifeMeals provided. Potty training: Potty training partnership
SafetyCameras / live video for parents (AI-monitored cameras with independent weekly audits; on-site viewing for families), Outdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsBest Beginnings Scholarship
MoreFounded Since 2004
Licensed capacity50 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Sunshine Academy 312 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Yellowstone County has a median price of $227 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Yellowstone County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$227
Home daycare$184

Toddler

Center$237
Home daycare$188

Preschool

Center$203
Home daycare$188

School age

Center$203
Home daycare$174

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for The Sunshine Academy 312

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
50 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#PV110348
See the state's record

Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 25, 2025: no rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 2 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1

For comparison: 17% of Montana daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jul 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 19, 2024Follow-up visit2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      37.95.121 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS (Inside Facility)

      “1. Cleaning materials, flammable liquids, detergents, aerosol cans, and other poisonous and toxic materials must be kept in their original containers and in a place inaccessible to children. They must be used in such a way that will not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to the children. Bio-contaminants including blood, bodily fluids, and other infectious materials must be properly disposed of.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      37.95.1001 INFANT’S AND TODDLERS DIAPERING AND TOILET TRAINING (Storage)

      “8. Diapering and toileting areas shall contain a wash basin that is separate from that used for food preparation.”

Copied from Montana DPHHS Child Care Licensing on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Aug 2018. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about The Sunshine Academy 312

Is The Sunshine Academy 312 licensed?

Yes. Montana DPHHS Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.

When was The Sunshine Academy 312 last inspected?

Montana DPHHS Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 25, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Sunshine Academy 312 had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 17% of Montana daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can The Sunshine Academy 312 care for?

50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

What are The Sunshine Academy 312's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Sunshine Academy 312 cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (406) 628-0142 to ask.

What is The Sunshine Academy 312's phone number?

(406) 628-0142.

Where is The Sunshine Academy 312?

6643 Hwy 312, Billings, MT 59105. The nearest other daycare we list is Kid Corral Childcare and Learning Center, 0.6 miles away.

Sources: Montana DPHHS Child Care Licensing (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).