Best Daycare Centers in Petal, MS
Compare 9 daycare centers in Petal. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Petal, Mississippi at a glance
- Daycares
- 9
- Avg rating
- 4.4/5
- Parent reviews
- 22
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Petal has 9 licensed daycares with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 39465 zip code, averaging 4.4 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Petal
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.
- 1Petal Family Ymca4.6 score4.8(15)
547 Hillcrest Loop, Petal, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 289 children
Petal Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from patrons. Reviews highlight excellent cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, quality instructors, and a welcoming atmosphere. The facility is noted as a top destination for summer camps and fitness activities in the Petal area.
clean and well-maintained facilitieswarm pooleasy parkinggood equipment selection
Rating Distribution
Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Petal
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Petal, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Petal zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39465 | 9 | 4.4 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Petal (22–289 children)
Small
up to 30 children
1
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Petal based on parent reviews
Petal Family Ymca
547 Hillcrest Loop, Petal, MS
Petal Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from patrons. Reviews highlight excellent cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, quality instructors, and a welcoming atmosphere. The facility is noted as a top destination for summer camps and fitness activities in the Petal area.
Mimi'S Playhouse
439 Old Corinth Rd, Petal, MS
One parent highly recommends Mimi's Playhouse, citing the staff as nice and the facility as a great daycare option. The single review provided is entirely positive with no complaints noted.
Oasis Training Center
153 Sheeplo Loop, Petal, MS
One parent highlights the center's loving environment and staff dedication, noting they now work there to support the children. In contrast, another reviewer criticizes the current administration, alleging uncorrected homework errors and questionable staff certification compared to previous management.
Play-School Child Care Center
108 Valley Dr, Petal, MS
One parent reports that all three of their children have received great care, while another simply expresses strong affection for the center.
Play School Child Care Center
105 Valley Dr, Petal, MS
One parent reports that all three of their children have received great care, while another expresses general affection for the facility. These limited comments highlight positive experiences without noting specific drawbacks.
Restoration Of Life
296 Leeville Rd, Petal, MS
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Daycare types in Petal
Daycare Centers in Petal, Mississippi
There are 9 daycare centers in Petal, 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 Petal have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 43% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.47 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Petal, 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 Petal
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- Address
- 296 Leeville Rd, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (228) 424-8390
One parent highly recommends Mimi's Playhouse, citing the staff as nice and the facility as a great daycare option. The single review provided is entirely positive with no complaints noted.
- Address
- 439 Old Corinth Rd, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (601) 584-6107
Petal Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from patrons. Reviews highlight excellent cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, quality instructors, and a welcoming atmosphere. The facility is noted as a top destination for summer camps and fitness activities in the Petal area.
- Address
- 547 Hillcrest Loop, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (601) 583-9399
- Address
- 201 W Central Ave, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (601) 544-4195
One parent highlights the center's loving environment and staff dedication, noting they now work there to support the children. In contrast, another reviewer criticizes the current administration, alleging uncorrected homework errors and questionable staff certification compared to previous management.
- Address
- 153 Sheeplo Loop, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (601) 583-4045
One parent reports that all three of their children have received great care, while another simply expresses strong affection for the center.
- Address
- 108 Valley Dr, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (601) 544-4018
One parent reports that all three of their children have received great care, while another expresses general affection for the facility. These limited comments highlight positive experiences without noting specific drawbacks.
- Address
- 105 Valley Dr, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (601) 544-4018
- Address
- 1331 Highway 42, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (601) 582-4686
- Address
- 1115 Carterville Rd, Petal, MS
- Phone
- (601) 545-1010
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
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