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190 Daycare Centers in Jackson, Mississippi

Browse all 190 daycare centers in Jackson, Mississippi. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Jackson

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

    872 W Mcdowell Rd, Jackson, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

    We Care Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's caring and nurturing approach to early childhood education. Parents report significant academic and developmental progress in their children, including advanced reading, writing, and speech skills. The center is described as family-oriented, welcoming, and providing both excellent care and education.

    Attentive and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with emphasis on rea
  2. 2
    Dream Kidz
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1000 Winter St, Jackson, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

    Dream Kidz Foundation is an NGO that organizes celebrations and provides care for underprivileged children. Parents praise the staff's warmth, dedication, and exceptional service across multiple events like birthday celebrations and festivals. Visitors report fulfilling experiences and express satisfaction with how children are cared for.

    Caring and dedicated staffwell-organized eventswarm and welcoming servicetax benefits provided
  3. 3
    New Jerusalem Afterschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1285 Raymond Rd, Jackson, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 27 children

    New Jerusalem Afterschool is a religious facility in Jackson, Mississippi with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual services, and children's programs. The facility appears to function primarily as a church with afterschool and childcare components.

    Positive family atmosphereengaging children's nursery programinspiring religious servicespastoral leadership
  4. 4

    471 Roland St, Jackson, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    I See Success Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility's staff, care quality, and educational programs. Parents highlight strong communication, developmental progress in children including those with special needs, and a nurturing environment where staff treat children as their own.

    Friendly and caring staffexcellent communication with parentssafe environmentdevelopmental progress including for children with autism
  5. 5

    1580 W Ridgeway St, Jackson, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 93 children

    Reviews praise the welcoming and inclusive church community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the pastor's concern for members and the emphasis on applying Christian teachings to daily life. The facility is described as a comfortable spiritual home.

    welcoming environmentcaring pastorstrong sense of communityscripture-based teaching
  6. 6

    1597 W Highland Dr, Jackson, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    WBF Rainbow Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong educational focus. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with measurable learning outcomes and above-average state test scores. The center is described as welcoming, nurturing, and supportive of family involvement.

    Attentive and caring staffstrong academic curriculum and teaching qualitychild development and learning progresswelcoming environment
  7. 7

    1909 Boling St, Jackson, MS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    The reviews provided are for a church rather than a daycare facility. All reviewers praise the pastor, sermons, and church community atmosphere. No actual daycare-specific feedback regarding childcare services, staff interaction with children, or educational programs is present.

    Welcoming and friendly staffinspirational sermonsstrong communitygood musical performances
  8. 8
    The St. James' School
    4.54 score
    4.7(17)

    3921 Oakridge Dr, Jackson, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 49 children

    St. James' School is a religious facility in Jackson, Mississippi that receives consistently high praise. Reviewers highlight its welcoming community, beautiful facilities and grounds, and strong spiritual atmosphere. The facility appears to serve multiple purposes including worship services, youth programs, and community events.

    Friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful facilities and groundsstrong faith-based communitywelcoming atmosphere
  9. 9
    Hanging Moss Preschool
    4.53 score
    4.8(10)

    5225 Hanging Moss Rd, Jackson, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

    Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a church congregation rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual worship experience, and friendly community members.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentquality worship and musicfriendly congregationbiblical teaching
  10. 10
    Arm Christian School
    4.51 score
    4.7(13)

    1020 West Mcdowell Road, Jackson, MS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    ARM Christian School in Jackson, Mississippi receives consistently high ratings from reviewers who praise the church and school environment. Parents highlight the leadership, community focus, and faith-based teachings as key strengths. The facility is described as well-maintained and welcoming to families.

    Loving and genuine leadership (Pastor Porter and First Lady Porter)faith and family-oriented environmentwell-kept and organized facilitystrong biblical teachings

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Jackson based on parent reviews

We Care Learning Center

5(20)

872 W Mcdowell Rd, Jackson, MS

We Care Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's caring and nurturing approach to early childhood education. Parents report significant academic and developmental progress in their children, including advanced reading, writing, and speech skills. The center is described as family-oriented, welcoming, and providing both excellent care and education.

Attentive and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with emphasis on rea

Dream Kidz

4.8(20)

1000 Winter St, Jackson, MS

Dream Kidz Foundation is an NGO that organizes celebrations and provides care for underprivileged children. Parents praise the staff's warmth, dedication, and exceptional service across multiple events like birthday celebrations and festivals. Visitors report fulfilling experiences and express satisfaction with how children are cared for.

Caring and dedicated staffwell-organized eventswarm and welcoming service

New Jerusalem Afterschool

4.8(20)

1285 Raymond Rd, Jackson, MS

New Jerusalem Afterschool is a religious facility in Jackson, Mississippi with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual services, and children's programs. The facility appears to function primarily as a church with afterschool and childcare components.

Positive family atmosphereengaging children's nursery programinspiring religious services

I See Success Learning Center

5(8)

471 Roland St, Jackson, MS

I See Success Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility's staff, care quality, and educational programs. Parents highlight strong communication, developmental progress in children including those with special needs, and a nurturing environment where staff treat children as their own.

Friendly and caring staffexcellent communication with parentssafe environment

St. Peter Day Care & Christian Learning

5(7)

1580 W Ridgeway St, Jackson, MS

Reviews praise the welcoming and inclusive church community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the pastor's concern for members and the emphasis on applying Christian teachings to daily life. The facility is described as a comfortable spiritual home.

welcoming environmentcaring pastorstrong sense of community

Wbf Rainbow Learning Center

4.8(13)

1597 W Highland Dr, Jackson, MS

WBF Rainbow Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong educational focus. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with measurable learning outcomes and above-average state test scores. The center is described as welcoming, nurturing, and supportive of family involvement.

Attentive and caring staffstrong academic curriculum and teaching qualitychild development and learning progress

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Daycare Centers in Jackson, Mississippi

There are 190 daycare centers in Jackson, 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 Jackson, 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 Jackson

Showing 190 results

Little Me Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
303 Briarwood Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 720-3348
Oxford Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4406 Whippoorwill Drive, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 862-1173
On-Point Wisdom Learning Academy (O.W.L. Academy)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1050 Pecan Park Cir, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 720-8367
The Christian Mission Learning Center INC. II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1439 W Capitol St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 355-1700
The Potter'S House Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3318 Terry Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 321-9736
True Worship Ministry Enrichment Program
Church Daycare
5
Address
5019 Clinton Blvd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 923-1981
We Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

We Care Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's caring and nurturing approach to early childhood education. Parents report significant academic and developmental progress in their children, including advanced reading, writing, and speech skills. The center is described as family-oriented, welcoming, and providing both excellent care and education.

Attentive and caring staffstrong academic curriculum with emphasis on rea
Address
872 W Mcdowell Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 613-3132
Willow Oak Child Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4212 Oakmont Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(769) 447-5911
Beth Israel Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
5315 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 956-6216
Boyd'S Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3516 Cromwell Street, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 368-9960
Bright Scholars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4630 Terry Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 383-2655
Center For Family Life INC.-Dev. Learning Ctr.
Church Daycare
5
Address
1000 W Ridgeway St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 368-9878
St. Peter Day Care & Christian Learning
Church Daycare
5

Reviews praise the welcoming and inclusive church community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the pastor's concern for members and the emphasis on applying Christian teachings to daily life. The facility is described as a comfortable spiritual home.

welcoming environmentcaring pastorstrong sense of community
Address
1580 W Ridgeway St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 366-3713
We Care Afterschool Care
Church Daycare
4.9

Reviews are limited and appear to be primarily about the church facility rather than the afterschool care program specifically. The few comments suggest a welcoming atmosphere and positive experience, though specific feedback about childcare services is minimal.

Friendly congregationwelcoming atmospherepositive overall experience
Address
139 Colonial Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 502-1370
Dream Kidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Dream Kidz Foundation is an NGO that organizes celebrations and provides care for underprivileged children. Parents praise the staff's warmth, dedication, and exceptional service across multiple events like birthday celebrations and festivals. Visitors report fulfilling experiences and express satisfaction with how children are cared for.

Caring and dedicated staffwell-organized eventswarm and welcoming service
Address
1000 Winter St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 592-7060
New Jerusalem Afterschool
Church Daycare
4.8

New Jerusalem Afterschool is a religious facility in Jackson, Mississippi with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual services, and children's programs. The facility appears to function primarily as a church with afterschool and childcare components.

Positive family atmosphereengaging children's nursery programinspiring religious services
Address
1285 Raymond Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(769) 216-3572
Tons Of Fun Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1302 Booker St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 944-0044
Wbf Rainbow Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

WBF Rainbow Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong educational focus. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with measurable learning outcomes and above-average state test scores. The center is described as welcoming, nurturing, and supportive of family involvement.

Attentive and caring staffstrong academic curriculum and teaching qualitychild development and learning progress
Address
1597 W Highland Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 372-3290
Hanging Moss Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a church congregation rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual worship experience, and friendly community members.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentquality worship and musicfriendly congregation
Address
5225 Hanging Moss Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 366-8762
Little Samaritan Montessori Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Little Samaritan Montessori Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its Montessori-based curriculum that emphasizes independence, developmentally appropriate learning, and emotional growth. Parents highlight responsive staff, strong communication, and successful transitions to school settings. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with children thriving academically and socially.

Montessori curriculum fostering independence and intrinsic motivationdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesresponsive and communicative staff
Address
162 Millsaps Ave, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 354-5685
New Vineyard Community Development Center
Church Daycare
4.8

New Vineyard Community Development Center is a religious facility in Jackson, Mississippi with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, reasonable pricing, and developmental progress they've observed in their children. The center emphasizes faith-based learning and community.

Welcoming and responsible staff at drop-off and pick-upreasonable pricingfield trips included
Address
4207 Rainey Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 487-2330
Arm Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

ARM Christian School in Jackson, Mississippi receives consistently high ratings from reviewers who praise the church and school environment. Parents highlight the leadership, community focus, and faith-based teachings as key strengths. The facility is described as well-maintained and welcoming to families.

Loving and genuine leadership (Pastor Porter and First Lady Porter)faith and family-oriented environmentwell-kept and organized facility
Address
1020 West Mcdowell Road, Jackson, MS
Phone
(769) 524-6924
Greater Fairview'S Northwest Preparatory Academy
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

The reviews provided are for a church rather than a daycare facility. All reviewers praise the pastor, sermons, and church community atmosphere. No actual daycare-specific feedback regarding childcare services, staff interaction with children, or educational programs is present.

Welcoming and friendly staffinspirational sermonsstrong community
Address
1909 Boling St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 713-1023
The St. James' School
Church Daycare
4.7

St. James' School is a religious facility in Jackson, Mississippi that receives consistently high praise. Reviewers highlight its welcoming community, beautiful facilities and grounds, and strong spiritual atmosphere. The facility appears to serve multiple purposes including worship services, youth programs, and community events.

Friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful facilities and groundsstrong faith-based community
Address
3921 Oakridge Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 941-4296
New Jerusalem-Flower Drive
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing, as most comments reference church services, sermons, and religious worship rather than childcare services. The few daycare-related mentions note a graduation event and welcoming atmosphere.

Welcoming staffsoothing atmospherespiritual teachings
Address
1950 Flower Drive, Jackson, MS
Phone
(769) 216-3572
Pearl Street Community Development Corporation INC.
Church Daycare
4.6

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Pearl Street AME Church rather than their daycare services. Reviews consistently praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, worship services, and community support. Parents highlight the helpful congregation and pastoral leadership.

Welcoming communityquality worship serviceshelpful staff
Address
2519 Robinson St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 355-0001
Willowood Developmental Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Willowood Developmental Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the welcoming environment, professional staff, good teacher-to-student ratios, and inclusive care for children with disabilities. However, one recent review expressed strong dissatisfaction with current leadership and overall operations.

welcoming and clean facilityengaged and happy studentsprofessional and proficient staff
Address
1635 Boling St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 366-0123
Vergy P Middleton Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews describe Vergy P Middleton Community Center as a well-maintained park and community space in Jackson, Mississippi with a peaceful atmosphere and friendly people. The facility is praised for its cleanliness, safety, walking trails, and suitability for various community events and family activities.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiespeaceful atmospherefriendly community members
Address
3971 N Flag Chapel Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 960-1904
Foundation First Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Foundation First Development Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff dedication, cleanliness, and child development activities. However, two negative reviews cite health/sanitation concerns, unprofessional staff conduct, and miscommunication issues.

Caring and loving staffclean facilityhands-on learning activities
Address
3878 Terry Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 487-8034
Little Acorns Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Acorns receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff leadership under Director Candace, strong communication through daily app updates, and a clean, secure facility with engaging activities. Parents consistently note their children's academic development, emotional wellbeing, and enthusiasm for attending. The center's location in a federal building with armed security is cited as an added safety benefit.

Attentive and compassion
Address
100 W Capitol St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 965-4999

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Frequently asked questions

There are 190 all daycares in Jackson, Mississippi. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Jackson, 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
Jackson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 118 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 34 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 27 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 Jackson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Jackson 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.