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Best Daycare Centers in Gautier, MS

Compare 8 daycare centers in Gautier. Average rating: 3.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gautier, Mississippi at a glance

Daycares
8
Avg rating
3.78/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Gautier has 8 licensed daycares with 30 parent reviews averaging 3.78/5.The largest concentration is in 39553 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gautier

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Mgccc Early Childhood Education Center- Jackson County
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    2300 Highway 90, Gautier, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the Early Childhood Education Center. Instead, they are reviews of the college campus and its facilities, praising the educational programs, outdoor recreation areas, and campus amenities. No actual daycare parent feedback is available.

    Beautiful campus groundstrails and outdoor recreation facilitiesaffordable educationfriendly staff
  2. 2
    All God'S Children Learning Center
    3.75 score
    3.5(5)

    613 Magnolia Tree Dr, Gautier, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    All God's Children Learning Center receives mixed reviews with significant safety and operational concerns. While some long-term families praise the staff's care and education, multiple recent reviews report serious incidents including dog bites, injuries without proper notification, staff misconduct, and inadequate feeding practices.

    Experienced staff (Ms. Burrowes)long-term educational supportdescribed as loving and compassionate by satisfied families

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Gautier

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Gautier, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.83avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

3.7avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Gautier zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
395538
3.78
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gautier (28–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gautier based on parent reviews

Mgccc Early Childhood Education Center- Jackson County

4.3(20)

2300 Highway 90, Gautier, MS

The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the Early Childhood Education Center. Instead, they are reviews of the college campus and its facilities, praising the educational programs, outdoor recreation areas, and campus amenities. No actual daycare parent feedback is available.

Beautiful campus groundstrails and outdoor recreation facilitiesaffordable education

Divine Inspirations Learning Center

4.5

3005 Holly Dr, Gautier, MS

First Baptist Gautier Child Care

3.7(2)

325 De La Pointe Dr, Gautier, MS

One parent describes a highly positive experience with patient teachers, engaging activities, and strong kindergarten preparation, while another parent issues a cautionary note regarding the necessity of meticulous documentation for all actions taken with children.

Patient and wonderful teachersengaging and fun activitiesstrong kindergarten readiness preparation

First Baptist Gautier School-Age Program

3.7(2)

325 De La Pointe Dr, Gautier, MS

One parent highlights the patient teachers, engaging activities, and kindergarten readiness preparation, while another strictly advises keeping detailed documentation of all actions taken during care.

patient teachersengaging and fun activitieskindergarten readiness preparation

Faithfully Yours Learning Center

3(1)

4528 Gautier Vancleave Rd, Gautier, MS

One parent describes Faithfully Yours Learning Center as an excellent and loving daycare, highlighting the owners' educational backgrounds and commitment to child care. The reviewer expresses strong trust in the staff and notes the center's expansion in both childcare and educational services.

excellent careloving environmentexperienced staff

All God'S Children Learning Center

3.5(5)

613 Magnolia Tree Dr, Gautier, MS

All God's Children Learning Center receives mixed reviews with significant safety and operational concerns. While some long-term families praise the staff's care and education, multiple recent reviews report serious incidents including dog bites, injuries without proper notification, staff misconduct, and inadequate feeding practices.

Experienced staff (Ms. Burrowes)long-term educational supportdescribed as loving and compassionate by satisfied families

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Daycare types in Gautier

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

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Daycare Centers in Gautier, Mississippi

There are 8 daycare centers in Gautier, Mississippi. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Gautier have an average rating of 3.78 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 17% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.83 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Gautier, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Gautier

Showing 8 results

Divine Inspirations Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
3005 Holly Dr, Gautier, MS
Phone
(228) 497-3222
Mgccc Early Childhood Education Center- Jackson County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the Early Childhood Education Center. Instead, they are reviews of the college campus and its facilities, praising the educational programs, outdoor recreation areas, and campus amenities. No actual daycare parent feedback is available.

Beautiful campus groundstrails and outdoor recreation facilitiesaffordable education
Address
2300 Highway 90, Gautier, MS
Phone
(228) 497-7656
First Baptist Gautier Child Care
Church Daycare
3.7

One parent describes a highly positive experience with patient teachers, engaging activities, and strong kindergarten preparation, while another parent issues a cautionary note regarding the necessity of meticulous documentation for all actions taken with children.

Patient and wonderful teachersengaging and fun activitiesstrong kindergarten readiness preparation
Address
325 De La Pointe Dr, Gautier, MS
Phone
(228) 497-2811
First Baptist Gautier School-Age Program
Church Daycare
3.7

One parent highlights the patient teachers, engaging activities, and kindergarten readiness preparation, while another strictly advises keeping detailed documentation of all actions taken during care.

patient teachersengaging and fun activitieskindergarten readiness preparation
Address
325 De La Pointe Dr, Gautier, MS
Phone
(228) 497-2811
All God'S Children Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

All God's Children Learning Center receives mixed reviews with significant safety and operational concerns. While some long-term families praise the staff's care and education, multiple recent reviews report serious incidents including dog bites, injuries without proper notification, staff misconduct, and inadequate feeding practices.

Experienced staff (Ms. Burrowes)long-term educational supportdescribed as loving and compassionate by satisfied families
Address
613 Magnolia Tree Dr, Gautier, MS
Phone
(228) 522-2424
Faithfully Yours Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes Faithfully Yours Learning Center as an excellent and loving daycare, highlighting the owners' educational backgrounds and commitment to child care. The reviewer expresses strong trust in the staff and notes the center's expansion in both childcare and educational services.

excellent careloving environmentexperienced staff
Address
4528 Gautier Vancleave Rd, Gautier, MS
Phone
(228) 522-3497
Little Starters University
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1521 Hwy 90, Gautier, MS
Phone
(601) 498-0687
Gautier Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1017 Highway 90, Gautier, MS
Phone
(228) 471-1276

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 all daycares in Gautier, Mississippi. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Gautier have an average Google rating of 3.78 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 17% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Gautier, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Mississippi's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Mississippi)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Gautier offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Mississippi typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Gautier for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gautier must be licensed by Mississippi's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.