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Best Daycare Centers in Philadelphia, MS

Compare 13 daycare centers in Philadelphia. Average rating: 3.58/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Philadelphia, Mississippi at a glance

Daycares
13
Avg rating
3.58/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Philadelphia has 13 licensed daycares with 30 parent reviews averaging 3.58/5.The largest concentration is in 39350 with 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Philadelphia

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
    Positive Youth Life Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    414 Ivy St, Philadelphia, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents consistently praise Youth Life Center for its creative, engaging programming and strong community focus. Staff, particularly founder Mama Claressa, are described as caring and passionate about nurturing children's growth and confidence. The center is noted for its inclusive environment, quality meals, field trips, and family involvement events.

    Creative and engaging activitiespassionate and caring staffsafe and welcoming environmentcommunity service and giving back
  2. 2
    Stepping Stones Learning Center
    4.05 score
    4.1(6)

    1012 Range Ave, Philadelphia, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Stepping Stones Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff for being caring, communicative, and treating children well, with strong parent-child bonds forming. However, a small number of reviews cite inconsistent information from staff and poor management as significant concerns.

    Caring and respectful staffgood communication with parents (photos and videos)children happy and engagedlong-term enrollment satisfaction

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Philadelphia

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Philadelphia, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.37avg rating
9 daycares · 7 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Philadelphia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3935013
3.58
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Philadelphia (26–285 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Philadelphia based on parent reviews

Positive Youth Life Center

4.5(20)

414 Ivy St, Philadelphia, MS

Parents consistently praise Youth Life Center for its creative, engaging programming and strong community focus. Staff, particularly founder Mama Claressa, are described as caring and passionate about nurturing children's growth and confidence. The center is noted for its inclusive environment, quality meals, field trips, and family involvement events.

Creative and engaging activitiespassionate and caring staffsafe and welcoming environment

Bright Beginnings

5(1)

306 Rea St, Philadelphia, MS

One reviewer highlights the director's proactive communication with both parents and the broader community regarding closures, programs, and student achievements. Although the reviewer's child did not attend, they cite over ten years of operational experience as a positive indicator.

director communicates daily updates on closuresprogramsand student achievements

Stepping Stones Learning Center

4.1(6)

1012 Range Ave, Philadelphia, MS

Stepping Stones Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff for being caring, communicative, and treating children well, with strong parent-child bonds forming. However, a small number of reviews cite inconsistent information from staff and poor management as significant concerns.

Caring and respectful staffgood communication with parents (photos and videos)children happy and engaged

Bogue Chitto Early Childhood Center

4(2)

114 Big Creek Circle, Philadelphia, MS

One parent shares a personal connection to the facility through a family member who previously worked there, while another notes that children enjoyed the program. The feedback highlights positive engagement for kids but offers limited operational details. No specific complaints about safety, staffing, or curriculum are cited in the available reviews.

children enjoyed the programpersonal connection to former staff

Helen'S Child Care

4

10510 Saint Francis Dr, Philadelphia, MS

Kinderdomes Daycare

1

1056 Saint Francis Dr, Philadelphia, MS

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Daycare types in Philadelphia

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 2

Daycare Centers in Philadelphia, Mississippi

There are 13 daycare centers in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia have an average rating of 3.58 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia

Showing 13 results

Bright Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One reviewer highlights the director's proactive communication with both parents and the broader community regarding closures, programs, and student achievements. Although the reviewer's child did not attend, they cite over ten years of operational experience as a positive indicator.

director communicates daily updates on closuresprogramsand student achievements
Address
306 Rea St, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-0577
First Baptist Child Ministry
Church Daycare
5
Address
414 Pecan Ave, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-5015
Positive Youth Life Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Youth Life Center for its creative, engaging programming and strong community focus. Staff, particularly founder Mama Claressa, are described as caring and passionate about nurturing children's growth and confidence. The center is noted for its inclusive environment, quality meals, field trips, and family involvement events.

Creative and engaging activitiespassionate and caring staffsafe and welcoming environment
Address
414 Ivy St, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-5332
Stepping Stones Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Stepping Stones Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff for being caring, communicative, and treating children well, with strong parent-child bonds forming. However, a small number of reviews cite inconsistent information from staff and poor management as significant concerns.

Caring and respectful staffgood communication with parents (photos and videos)children happy and engaged
Address
1012 Range Ave, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-3066
Bogue Chitto Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent shares a personal connection to the facility through a family member who previously worked there, while another notes that children enjoyed the program. The feedback highlights positive engagement for kids but offers limited operational details. No specific complaints about safety, staffing, or curriculum are cited in the available reviews.

children enjoyed the programpersonal connection to former staff
Address
114 Big Creek Circle, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-7224
Helen'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
10510 Saint Francis Dr, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-3307
Happy Hippos Early Learning And Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
1

One reviewer reports that the listed phone number for this center is incorrect. The single review provided does not offer feedback on the quality of care or facilities.

Address
209 Walton Ave, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 575-1115
Kinderdomes Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
1056 Saint Francis Dr, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-8679
Tucker Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
245 West Tucker Circle, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 389-2053
Exhibit Hall Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
234 Carver Ave, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-4731
Pearl River Early Head Start - Infants & Toddlers
Headstart Programs
Address
128 Campus Road, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 389-2899
Pearl River Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
482 Oswald Road, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-9221
First United Methodist Church Day Care
Church Daycare
Address
563 E Main St, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-1417

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Frequently asked questions

There are 13 all daycares in Philadelphia, Mississippi. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Philadelphia have an average Google rating of 3.58 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 38% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Philadelphia, 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
Philadelphia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 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 Philadelphia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Philadelphia 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.