Our goal is to provide children with a safe and secure environment through a professional approach to childcare. We strive to meet both you and your child's needs by providing a safe, high-quality service along with engaging children's activities at our Whitefish daycare. That’s why we offer premium childcare.

Gym Care
(Hourly for Infants - 9yr olds)
This member only service provides up to 2 hours of hourly child care while you're enjoying your time at The Wave. More than just babysitters or daycare; our child care staff in Whitefish works to keep kids engaged and happy with children’s activities and learning opportunities. In addition to traditional playtime, our hourly child care in Whitefish offers activities such as arts and crafts, music and movement, and playing in the gymnasium.
We are reservation only please call 406-890-7901 to reserve your time!
HOURS
M-F 8am-6pm
Closed Weekends
REGISTRATION
Children’s Depot Gym Care Reservation line
406-890-7901
Daycare and hourly child care reservations may be made up to three days in advance. Cancellations are required 12 hours in advance to avoid penalty as spaces are limited.
Fees
17 months and under
$8.00 an hour
$4.00 1/2 hour
15 hour Punch Card $110
18 Months and older
$5.00 an hour
$2.50 1/2 hour
15 hour Punch Card $68

Playschool
**Fully Booked 2021-2022 school year
(Full Day 2-3 yr olds)
In the Children’s Depot Playschool classroom we believe in playing, and that learning occurs during developmentally appropriate, child-centered activities. Children learn concepts best when they are meaningful and relevant to them. They acquire knowledge through the active exploration of their environment. The teacher’s responsibility is to provide a learning-enriched environment, which provides stimulating and challenging experiences for the children. More than just another children’s daycare in Whitefish, our teachers act as facilitators: encouraging, promoting and reinforcing a child’s attempts, questions, skill development, and discoveries.
Daily Activities include: Classroom Freeplay, Music and Movement, Story Time, Outdoor Freeplay, Gym play, Literacy, Nap time, Snack time, Lunch time.
HOURS
This program is offered year round (Sept-August).
Annual Spring enrollment for Fall school year start date.
Weekdays 8:30am-3:30pm
REGISTRATION
Childrens Depot Playschool Registration Line
406-890-7901
Or click the button below to login and sign up
Fees
Monthly tuition varies based upon:
the number of days your child will be attending
Are they potty trained?
Member or nonmember?
PARENT REVIEWS
“The Children's Depot at The Wave has been my saving grace as a parent of 3 small children! The facility itself is kept extremely clean and organized and has separate areas for children of different ages and for eating/drinking. The staff are incredibly warm and welcoming and make sure that kids enjoy their time there. Any questions or concerns that I have had have been responded to promptly and professionally. My kids LOVE going there and knowing they will not only be safe, but will have an awesome time gives me extra peace of mind!”
“The Playschool at the Wave has been a wonderful addition to the children's programs! I love that it is geared towards younger children to help prepare them for preschool in a fun, activity-based environment. The staff are well-qualified and wonderful with the children. The program itself is very well-organized and the coordinator is wonderful about communicating with parents. This is a great alternative to typical "daycare" as children have structured days filled with activities, lessons and fun! They have done an amazing job taking extra precautions during COVID-19. The facility is clean, safe and a great place for kiddos!”
The best child daycare in Whitefish, MT:
VOTED “BEST OF WHITEFISH, BEST CHILDCARE” 2020, 2019 AND 2018
