BILLINGS HEIGHTS

Billings Heights

From infants to kinder readiness, and before and after school care, we've got childcare covered..

We provide full-day childcare for children aged 0 to 5 years old, and offer an outstanding before and after school care at Shepherd Elementary. Our classes integrate age-appropriate play-based learning, fostering a love for learning as your child progresses.

Alana Churchill

A word from the Director...

As the Director of The Sunshine Academy, I'd like to wish you a warm welcome! ☀️

For 27 years, I’ve been passionate about Early Childhood Education, believing that the first five years of life are profoundly formative. As early childhood educators, we have the privilege of nurturing the growth of our youngest and most impressionable population. Children thrive through play and exploration, and as their guides, we can offer enriching, positive experiences that encourage them to take safe risks and explore their world.

As a director, my goal is to empower our teachers to excel as they shape environments that foster children’s physical, emotional, mental, and social development. Our educators have the unique opportunity to teach empathy, friendship, problem-solving, and to support each child in following their interests and developing their strengths. I believe we can create a better world by inspiring the next generation to reach their fullest potential.

- Nikki, Director

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WHAT WE OFFER

0-1 Years Old

Infant Full Day Childcare

Our infant sanctuary, is an extremely small class setting ensuring personalized care every moment of the day. Safety is our top priority, with strict protocols and vigilant staff members ensuring your baby's well-being. Our nurturing environment fosters trust and security, laying the foundation for lifelong learning.

1-3 Years Old

Toddler Full Day Childcare

Our Toddler Classrooms emphasizes language, sensory stimulation and PLAY. Separating ages 1-2 and 2-3.

Our exceptional one-year-old program, is specially designed for our cherished one-year-olds! Prepare your little explorers for a world of joyful socialization and boundless play! In our nurturing environment, we prioritize the crucial foundations of early learning through exciting sensory experiences.

Our phenomenal two-year-old classroom introduces children to socialization. This curriculum provides an introduction to basic concepts such as, taking turns, following simple directions, potty training, promoting independence and playing well with others.

3-4 Years Old

Preschool

Our Preschool Classrooms can best be described as learning set in motion. Each activity/learning center encompasses the philosophy of play with a purpose. The students think they are playing – we know they are learning AND fostering a love of learning in the process!

4-5 Years Old

Pre-K

Our Pre-K Classrooms reveal the strengths your child was born with and gets them ready for Kindergarten. Through the combination of teacher lead and child lead activities, children emerge ready both academically and with the emotional maturity needed to take Kindergarten by storm.

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We know this is the most important decision you are making, so please reach out to learn more and get any questions answered. We can't wait to meet you all!

Our Billings Heights program is located at 6643 US HWY 312, Billings, MT 59105.

Our Shepherd Before/After School Program is located at 7842 Shepherd Road Shepherd, MT 59079