How do I choose the right daycare in Hattiesburg?

When choosing a daycare in Hattiesburg, 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

What types of daycare are available in Hattiesburg?

Hattiesburg offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 43 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 facilities Church Daycare — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Centers in Hattiesburg, Mississippi (50 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Mississippi?

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 Hattiesburg for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hattiesburg

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.

Crosspoint Pre-K

4.65 score

4.9(13)

3211 Highway 589, Hattiesburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. All reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality of sermons, and sense of community. No actual daycare-specific feedback about childcare services, curriculum, or staff interaction with children is present.

Welcoming and loving communityquality sermons and pastorwarm fellowshipfamily-friendly atmosphere

The Arc Southeast Ms

4.58 score

5(7)

65 Bonhomie Rd, Hattiesburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

The Arc Southeast MS receives consistently high praise for its services to individuals with disabilities, including children and adults. Parents and staff highlight the quality of care, variety of activities, and dedicated special education professionals. The facility is described as welcoming and beneficial to the special needs community.

Excellent staffquality services for special needs individualsvariety of activities and programswelcoming environment

After School Academics & Arts Program

4.58 score

5(7)

106 N 38th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

AFTER SCHOOL ACADEMICS & ARTS PROGRAM receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, well-educated staff and strong focus on academics combined with fun activities. Parents consistently report improvements in their children's homework completion, grades, and overall development, while also appreciating the Christian values, field trips, and inclusive environment.

Caring and attentive staffhomework support and academic improvementChristian values and spiritual developmentfield trips and recreational activities (park

Temple'S Learning Depot

4.56 score

4.7(20)

5220 Old Highway 11, Hattiesburg, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 220 children

Temple's Learning Depot is a large religious facility in Hattiesburg that receives consistently high praise. Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality facilities, and strong spiritual teaching focus. The center is noted for hosting various community events and programs beyond traditional daycare services.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitiesspacious and comfortableconvenient location

Heritage Weekday Programs

4.51 score

4.7(13)

3 Baracuda Dr, Hattiesburg, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

Heritage Weekday Programs is a religious facility in Hattiesburg that operates a preschool program. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and quality of the preschool, with all reviewers giving 5-star ratings.

welcoming and friendly environmenthospitable staffbeautiful facilitygood preschool program

Angel Academy

4.41 score

4.7(7)

6080 Us 49, Hattiesburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

Angel Academy receives mostly glowing reviews praising staff care, cleanliness, and child development, with parents highlighting staff members like Ms. Lillie and Mrs. Dawn. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious concerns including babies left in bouncers all day, improper bottle feeding, physical discipline, staff rudeness, and frequent unscheduled closures.

Caring and friendly staffclean facilityorganized classroomschild developmental progress

Main Street Preschool

4.37 score

4.6(8)

712 N Main St, Hattiesburg, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

Main Street Preschool's Mother's Day Out program receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its caring, welcoming staff, low child-to-staff ratios, individualized attention, and structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Parents appreciate the convenient hours (9:30am-1pm, Monday/Tuesday/Thursday) and the supportive church community.

Highly competent and experienced stafflow child-to-staff ratiosindividualized careadvanced kindergarten preparation curriculum

Word Of Faith Academy

4.25 score

4.5(5)

2111 Country Club Rd, Hattiesburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

Reviews describe Word of Faith Academy as a welcoming, family-oriented church community in Hattiesburg. Parents praise the friendly atmosphere from arrival through services and appreciate the practical spiritual teaching. The facility is noted as an ideal place to build lasting friendships.

Welcoming and friendly stafffamily-oriented environmentpractical spiritual instructioncommunity building opportunities

The Family Y - School Age Program

4.16 score

4.2(20)

3719 Veterans Memorial Dr, Hattiesburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 240 children

Note: Reviews provided are for the YMCA facility's general programs and rehabilitation services, not specifically for the School Age Program daycare. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, welcoming staff, wheelchair accessibility, and quality equipment for fitness and therapy services.

Friendly and welcoming staffwheelchair accessible facilitiesclean and well-maintained buildingvariety of equipment

Tj'S Learning Center

4 score

4(20)

1903 Arcadia St, Hattiesburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

TJ's Learning Center in Hattiesburg receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, educational environment with attentive staff and a loving atmosphere. Parents highlight the owner Renee's hands-on involvement and the center's focus on academics, life skills, and school readiness. Children are reported to be happy, well-groomed, and excited to attend.

caring and loving staffattentive supervisionclean facilityeducational focus beyond basic daycare

Daycare Centers in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

There are 50 daycare centers in Hattiesburg, 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 Hattiesburg, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 50 all daycares in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Hattiesburg, 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

Hattiesburg offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 43 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Hattiesburg for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Hattiesburg 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.

50 Daycare Centers in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hattiesburg

Top Rated

Crosspoint Pre-K

The Arc Southeast Ms

After School Academics & Arts Program

Temple'S Learning Depot

Heritage Weekday Programs

Howard Christian Children'S Center

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