38 Daycare Centers in Gulfport, Mississippi
Browse all 38 daycare centers in Gulfport, Mississippi. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gulfport
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.
- 1Little Feet Big Steps Learning Center4.75 score5(15)
2006 30th St, Gulfport, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Little Feet Big Steps Learning Center in Gulfport receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily photos and updates, clean and organized facilities, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple reviewers express peace of mind and high confidence in the center's safety measures and educational approach.
Caring and patient staffclean - 2St. Mark'S Episcopal Church Prescool4.58 score4.9(9)
11322 E Taylor Rd, Gulfport, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 48 children
St. Mark's Episcopal Church Preschool receives uniformly positive feedback from visitors who praise the welcoming community and faith-based environment. Reviews highlight the kind, caring, and friendly people associated with the facility. Parents appreciate both the church community and special events like the rummage sale.
kind and caring staffwelcoming communityfaith-based environmentwarm and friendly atmosphere - 3Edna'S Child Development Center4.58 score4.9(9)
2207 33rd Ave, Gulfport, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children
Edna's Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-like environment with caring staff. Parents appreciate the individualized attention, inclusive services for children with special needs, quality meals, and educational curriculum. Children reportedly transition well and show enthusiasm about attending.
Caring and compassionate stafffamily-like atmosphereaccommodates special needsflexible scheduling - 4Divine Preschool Academy4.55 score5(6)
1260 28th St, Gulfport, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Divine Preschool Academy in Gulfport receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, hands-on teaching approach, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents highlight the welcoming family-oriented environment, cleanliness, and individual attention provided to children. The facility is described as well-run, affordable, and led by responsive ownership.
Caring and dedicated staffhands-on teaching methodsone-on-one instruction availablekindergarten preparation - 5Little Angels Learning Land4.55 score5(6)
2105 22nd St, Gulfport, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Little Angels Learning Land receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff and educational quality. Director Mrs. Sabrina Keys is highlighted as exceptional, with parents crediting staff members like Mrs. Jenny and Ms. Tish for going above and beyond in child development and emotional care. Multiple families have had children attend for several years and continue to recommend the facility.
caring and attentive director (Mrs. Sabrina Keys)experienced long-term staffdevelopmental milestones achieved (potty trainingreading - 6Trinity Preschool Weekday Ministries4.51 score4.8(9)
5007 Lawson Ave, Gulfport, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 87 children
Reviews consistently praise Trinity Preschool Weekday Ministries as a welcoming and spiritually-focused facility. Parents and visitors highlight the friendly congregation, supportive atmosphere, and quality of pastoral leadership. The facility is noted for its community involvement and inclusive approach to worship.
Welcoming and non-judgmental environmentcaring and kind staffstrong spiritual communityquality sermons and pastoral leadership - 7Bel Aire Baptist Preschool4.28 score4.4(12)
15080 Dedeaux Rd, Gulfport, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children
Reviews are predominantly positive with a 5/5 rating average. However, the reviews appear to be primarily about the church facility itself rather than the preschool/daycare program specifically. Parents praise the welcoming Christian community and spiritual environment.
welcoming communityChristian valuescaring peoplegood pastor - 8Kid Academy4.24 score4.3(20)
918 E Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children
Kid Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the attentive, communicative staff and strong early childhood education curriculum. Parents report their children thrive in the clean, well-maintained facility with structured learning activities and strong leadership from owner Matt Dickens and director Holly Ford. The center is noted for transparency in handling incidents and offering competitive pricing.
Attentive and communicative staffstrong curriculum and educational outcomeschild development focusemotional support for anxious children - 9Twin Oaks Child Development Center4.23 score4.4(7)
1077 Pine St, Gulfport, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children
Twin Oaks Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, developmental support, and educational programming. However, one parent reported concerns about excessive screen time, limited curriculum engagement, and high student-to-teacher ratios that resulted in their child being unable to advance classes.
Attentive and patient staffstrong developmental support (speech therapysign language instructi - 10Gulfport Academy4.22 score4.3(14)
15150 Evans St, Gulfport, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children
Gulfport Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, clean facilities with security cameras, engaging curriculum, and strong management that creates a welcoming environment where children are happy and eager to attend.
Caring and friendly staffclean facilitysecurity cameras throughoutengaging curriculum
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Gulfport based on parent reviews
Little Feet Big Steps Learning Center
2006 30th St, Gulfport, MS
Little Feet Big Steps Learning Center in Gulfport receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily photos and updates, clean and organized facilities, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple reviewers express peace of mind and high confidence in the center's safety measures and educational approach.
St. Mark'S Episcopal Church Prescool
11322 E Taylor Rd, Gulfport, MS
St. Mark's Episcopal Church Preschool receives uniformly positive feedback from visitors who praise the welcoming community and faith-based environment. Reviews highlight the kind, caring, and friendly people associated with the facility. Parents appreciate both the church community and special events like the rummage sale.
Edna'S Child Development Center
2207 33rd Ave, Gulfport, MS
Edna's Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-like environment with caring staff. Parents appreciate the individualized attention, inclusive services for children with special needs, quality meals, and educational curriculum. Children reportedly transition well and show enthusiasm about attending.
Divine Preschool Academy
1260 28th St, Gulfport, MS
Divine Preschool Academy in Gulfport receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, hands-on teaching approach, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents highlight the welcoming family-oriented environment, cleanliness, and individual attention provided to children. The facility is described as well-run, affordable, and led by responsive ownership.
Little Angels Learning Land
2105 22nd St, Gulfport, MS
Little Angels Learning Land receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff and educational quality. Director Mrs. Sabrina Keys is highlighted as exceptional, with parents crediting staff members like Mrs. Jenny and Ms. Tish for going above and beyond in child development and emotional care. Multiple families have had children attend for several years and continue to recommend the facility.
Trinity Preschool Weekday Ministries
5007 Lawson Ave, Gulfport, MS
Reviews consistently praise Trinity Preschool Weekday Ministries as a welcoming and spiritually-focused facility. Parents and visitors highlight the friendly congregation, supportive atmosphere, and quality of pastoral leadership. The facility is noted for its community involvement and inclusive approach to worship.
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Daycare Centers in Gulfport, Mississippi
There are 38 daycare centers in Gulfport, Mississippi. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Gulfport, 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 Gulfport
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- Address
- 4406 Illinois Avenue, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 822-0825
Divine Preschool Academy in Gulfport receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, hands-on teaching approach, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents highlight the welcoming family-oriented environment, cleanliness, and individual attention provided to children. The facility is described as well-run, affordable, and led by responsive ownership.
- Address
- 1260 28th St, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 865-0620
- Address
- 11149 Old Highway 49, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 831-4652
- Address
- 3410 Jackson St, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 822-0755
Little Angels Learning Land receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff and educational quality. Director Mrs. Sabrina Keys is highlighted as exceptional, with parents crediting staff members like Mrs. Jenny and Ms. Tish for going above and beyond in child development and emotional care. Multiple families have had children attend for several years and continue to recommend the facility.
- Address
- 2105 22nd St, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 868-4515
Little Feet Big Steps Learning Center in Gulfport receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily photos and updates, clean and organized facilities, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple reviewers express peace of mind and high confidence in the center's safety measures and educational approach.
- Address
- 2006 30th St, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 236-8187
- Address
- 4320 W Railroad St, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 697-1911
- Address
- 2614 17th Ave, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 206-5756
St. Mark's Episcopal Church Preschool receives uniformly positive feedback from visitors who praise the welcoming community and faith-based environment. Reviews highlight the kind, caring, and friendly people associated with the facility. Parents appreciate both the church community and special events like the rummage sale.
- Address
- 11322 E Taylor Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 206-5881
Edna's Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-like environment with caring staff. Parents appreciate the individualized attention, inclusive services for children with special needs, quality meals, and educational curriculum. Children reportedly transition well and show enthusiasm about attending.
- Address
- 2207 33rd Ave, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 669-6701
Reviews consistently praise Trinity Preschool Weekday Ministries as a welcoming and spiritually-focused facility. Parents and visitors highlight the friendly congregation, supportive atmosphere, and quality of pastoral leadership. The facility is noted for its community involvement and inclusive approach to worship.
- Address
- 5007 Lawson Ave, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 863-2714
- Address
- 2226 Switzer Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 897-3782
Twin Oaks Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, developmental support, and educational programming. However, one parent reported concerns about excessive screen time, limited curriculum engagement, and high student-to-teacher ratios that resulted in their child being unable to advance classes.
- Address
- 1077 Pine St, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 896-4100
Reviews are predominantly positive with a 5/5 rating average. However, the reviews appear to be primarily about the church facility itself rather than the preschool/daycare program specifically. Parents praise the welcoming Christian community and spiritual environment.
- Address
- 15080 Dedeaux Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 832-1984
Gulfport Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, clean facilities with security cameras, engaging curriculum, and strong management that creates a welcoming environment where children are happy and eager to attend.
- Address
- 15150 Evans St, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 864-5195
Kid Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the attentive, communicative staff and strong early childhood education curriculum. Parents report their children thrive in the clean, well-maintained facility with structured learning activities and strong leadership from owner Matt Dickens and director Holly Ford. The center is noted for transparency in handling incidents and offering competitive pricing.
- Address
- 918 E Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 896-2888
- Address
- 2301 15th St, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 591-1038
- Address
- 1906 17th Ave, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 864-2670
- Address
- 16046 Harrison Dr, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 863-1135
Tiny Steps Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring staff, individualized attention, and strong educational curriculum. Parents report their children enjoy attending, show measurable learning progress, and develop positive relationships with teachers. The facility is described as family-oriented, clean, well-organized, and fairly priced.
- Address
- 520 E Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 896-6466
Wee Ones Child Care has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff, educational activities, and a nurturing environment, particularly from former attendees and current parents. However, negative reviews document serious safety and discipline concerns, including a child found unattended outside, physical punishment, neglect in chairs, and inadequate supervision.
- Address
- 11376 Three Rivers Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 832-7272
- Address
- 13523 Dedeaux Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 539-2328
Three Rivers Academy Preschool in Gulfport has sharply divided reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff's care, communication, and dedication, while negative reviews cite serious concerns about child safety, supervision, neglect, and lack of educational structure.
- Address
- 13185 Three Rivers Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 831-0500
- Address
- 14111 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 539-6500
- Address
- 1234 Alphabet Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 539-1234
Parents praise Nugent United Methodist CDC for its attentive and professional staff who provide a welcoming, clean, and safe environment. Children are described as well-prepared for kindergarten and have positive experiences at the facility.
- Address
- 13183 John Clark Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 831-2520
- Address
- 10531 Klein Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 831-5367
- Address
- 15341 Lizana School Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 832-1592
- Address
- 10453 Klein Rd, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 832-6711
- Address
- 14222 Old Highway 49, Gulfport, MS
- Phone
- (228) 832-2257
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- 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
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