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The Next Best Thing

Great Falls, MT · Cascade County
★ ★ ★ ★ ½ 4.5 (6 reviews)
207 Smelter Ave NE, Suite #5, Great Falls, MT 59404
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Quick Facts

Capacity
120 children
Age Range
0 - 12
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (406) 727-2258
207 Smelter Ave NE, Suite #5
Great Falls, MT 59404
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
PV93826
License Issued
May 1, 2026
Active Through
Feb 28, 2027
Issued By
Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services
Licensor
Jodi Linne
District Office
Montana Dept of Public Health and Human Services - Child Care Licensing Program

Reviews

4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ½
6 reviews
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Melissa
2022-08-30 02:40:48
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

The teachers are all very caring and the facility is very clean. I feel very comfortable sending my son here!

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Matilda
2021-03-29 16:42:24
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My children have been attending since birth ( 3 and 1 year old) and we absolutely love it here. My children love to go to school and are thriving. The staff is always understanding, polite and attentive. I would absolutely recommend!!! 5 stars!

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Tanya
2021-03-19 00:03:15
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My children have gone here since I returned to work from maternity leave with my youngest and I could not be happier.

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Jennifer
2021-03-12 22:56:50
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My children have gone here since they were infants and I love it. I wouldn't take my kids anywhere else.

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Concerned Parent
2018-05-21 19:27:34
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

If I could give less than 1 star I would! The entry way is cluttered and filthy, none of the staff bothered to introduce themselves or ask for id when someone new picked up. When sitting in one of the condos behind the facility all you hear is yelling from a female teacher. At one point they had 1 staff member on the playground with over 25 kids. When I addressed this concern with the director she did not seem to care. My children were not safe there!

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Hannah
2018-05-07 22:28:19
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My child has been in care here for years. We Love he staff and wouldn't want him anywhere else!

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About the Provider

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The Next Best Thing Childcare & Preschool is located in Great Falls, MT. We provide a christian atmosphere that is complimented by academic experiences that will help prepare your child for success. We offer a family atmosphere where everyone is welcome.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday - Friday
  • Open HoursMon - Fri: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Inspection/Report History

Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Inspection Date Inspection Type Status Inspector
2025-12-03 Renewal Inspection Completed Jodi Linne
2025-01-23 Renewal Inspection Completed Jodi Linne
2024-01-11 Renewal Inspection Completed Jodi Linne
2023-01-26 Pre-Inspection Completed Jodi Linne
2022-02-03 Renewal Inspection Completed Jodi Linne
2020-01-02 Pre-Inspection Completed Jodi Linne

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