How do I choose the right daycare in Lucedale?

When choosing a daycare in Lucedale, 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 Lucedale?

Lucedale offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 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 Centers in Lucedale, Mississippi (8 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 Lucedale for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lucedale

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.

Agricola Baptist Preschool

4.65 score

4.9(13)

7268 Barton Agricola Rd, Lucedale, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

Note: The reviews provided are for Agricola Baptist Church, not the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and inspiring pastor, but do not contain information about the daycare or preschool services.

Welcoming communityfriendly congregationinspiring pastor and sermonsgood Sunday school classes

Learning Tree Childcare

4.5 score

5(5)

568 S Pine St, Lucedale, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

Learning Tree Childcare in Lucedale receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, phenomenal staff and director who treat children with genuine affection, combined with a strong curriculum that keeps children engaged and happy to attend.

Staff treats children with love and careStrong curriculumChildren are happy and safePeace of mind for working parents

First Baptist Weekday Education Program

4.5 score

5(5)

345 Summer St, Lucedale, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 73 children

Parents praise First Baptist Weekday Education Program as a welcoming and faith-focused facility with a friendly congregation. Members describe it as a pleasant community where everyone has a place to be involved.

welcoming environmentgospel-centeredfamily-friendlynice congregation

Daycare Centers in Lucedale, Mississippi

There are 8 daycare centers in Lucedale, 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 Lucedale, 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 8 all daycares in Lucedale, Mississippi. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Lucedale, 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

Lucedale offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 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 Lucedale for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Lucedale 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.

8 Daycare Centers in Lucedale, Mississippi

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lucedale

Top Rated

Agricola Baptist Preschool

Learning Tree Childcare

First Baptist Weekday Education Program

Benndale Head Start Center

Basin Head Start Center

Kuntry Kidz

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