Bozeman Creative Learning Center (BCLC) is a private elementary school in Bozeman, MT. We provide an individualized program that meets each student where they are, with a focus on academics, social and emotional growth, and school culture and values.
At BCLC, students are encouraged to work independently, think critically, appreciate the natural world, be excited about learning, and respect all living things and one another..
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,250
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
A self-paced, child-led program that can meet each child where they are in their academic journey.
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
13 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Alicia Kennedy
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: An Education as Unique as Your Child
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bozeman Creative Learning Center cost?
Bozeman Creative Learning Center's tuition is approximately $9,250 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bozeman Creative Learning Center?
The acceptance rate of Bozeman Creative Learning Center is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
When is the application deadline for Bozeman Creative Learning Center?
The application deadline for Bozeman Creative Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Bozeman Creative Learning Center is Bozeman Field School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Valley of the Flowers School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Learning Circle Montessori School (0.7 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Valley of the Flowers School ![Valley of the Flowers School Photo]( "Valley of the Flowers School Photo")
Waldorf School
115 E. Dickerson St.
Bozeman, MT 59715
(813) 331-1476
Bozeman, MT 59715
(813) 331-1476
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 18 students Tuition listed
516 W Cleveland St
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-2672
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-2672
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 29 students
Headwaters Academy ![Headwaters Academy Photo - Water testing on the Gallatin River in Bozeman, MT.]( "Headwaters Academy Photo - Water testing on the Gallatin River in Bozeman, MT.")
Special Program Emphasis
1005 Durston Road
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-9997
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-9997
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 79 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Highland Montessori School
Montessori School
111 Highland Blvd
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-0171
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-0171
0.9 miles
Gr: NS | 34 students Tuition listed
2090 Stadium Dr
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 577-2492
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 577-2492
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2090 Stadium Dr
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 577-2492
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 577-2492
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Emerge Private School
Alternative School (Christian)
1701 S 19th Ave
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 404-0122
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 404-0122
1.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 195 students Tuition listed
Petra Academy
(Christian)
4720 Classical Way
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 582-8165
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 582-8165
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 174 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4310 Durston Road
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 587-9311
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 587-9311
3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 252 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Mount Ellis Academy ![Mount Ellis Academy Photo - Mount Ellis Academy has existed in the beautiful Gallatin Valley since 1902.]( "Mount Ellis Academy Photo - Mount Ellis Academy has existed in the beautiful Gallatin Valley since 1902.")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
3641 Bozeman Trail Rd
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-5178
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-5178
4.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Valley of the Flowers School ![Valley of the Flowers School Photo]( "Valley of the Flowers School Photo")
Waldorf School
115 E. Dickerson St.
Bozeman, MT 59715
(813) 331-1476
Bozeman, MT 59715
(813) 331-1476
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 18 students Tuition listed
Headwaters Academy ![Headwaters Academy Photo - Water testing on the Gallatin River in Bozeman, MT.]( "Headwaters Academy Photo - Water testing on the Gallatin River in Bozeman, MT.")
Special Program Emphasis
1005 Durston Road
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-9997
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-9997
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 79 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Peak Potential
Alternative School
201 S Willson Ste A
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 551-2737
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 551-2737
1.6 miles
Gr: 4-8 | 18 students
Emerge Private School
Alternative School (Christian)
1701 S 19th Ave
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 404-0122
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 404-0122
1.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 195 students Tuition listed
Bozeman Summit Schoool
Montessori School
3001 W Villard Street
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 585-3778
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 585-3778
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 63 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
516 W Cleveland St
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-2672
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-2672
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 29 students
Highland Montessori School
Montessori School
111 Highland Blvd
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-0171
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-0171
0.9 miles
Gr: NS | 34 students Tuition listed
Bozeman Summit Schoool
Montessori School
3001 W Villard Street
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 585-3778
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 585-3778
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 63 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Petra Academy
(Christian)
4720 Classical Way
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 582-8165
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 582-8165
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 174 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4310 Durston Road
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 587-9311
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 587-9311
3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 252 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Hawthorne School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
405 E Mendenhall
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6700
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6700
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Longfellow School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
516 S Tracy
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6150
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6150
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Irving School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
811 W Alderson St
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6600
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6600
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Whittier School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
511 N 5th
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6750
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6750
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Bozeman High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
205 N 11th Avenue
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6200
Bozeman, MT 59771
(406) 522-6200
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,279 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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