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Best Daycare Centers in Tunica, MS

Compare 5 daycare centers in Tunica. Average rating: 4.28/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Tunica, Mississippi at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
4.28/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Tunica has 5 licensed daycares with 23 parent reviews averaging 4.28/5.80% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Tunica.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Tunica

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.

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    Happy House Day Care
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1010 Oak Dr, Tunica, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Happy House Day Care receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and stimulating learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the family-like atmosphere, strong academics balanced with creativity and social-emotional learning, and excellent cleanliness and organization. Multiple long-term families and alumni express deep satisfaction with their experience.

    Caring and experienced staffsmall class sizes allowing individual attentionclean and well-organized facilitiesengaging educational curriculum

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Tunica

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.03avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Tunica zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
386765
4.28
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Tunica (24–198 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Tunica based on parent reviews

Happy House Day Care

4.9(20)

1010 Oak Dr, Tunica, MS

Happy House Day Care receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and stimulating learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the family-like atmosphere, strong academics balanced with creativity and social-emotional learning, and excellent cleanliness and organization. Multiple long-term families and alumni express deep satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and experienced staffsmall class sizes allowing individual attentionclean and well-organized facilities

Tunica County Head Start Center

5(1)

1034 South Ave, Tunica, MS

One parent highlights a specific teacher, Mrs. Dorsey, noting her dedication to teaching within the community. The feedback centers on individual staff commitment rather than broader operational details.

dedicated teachercommunity focus

Playskool Learning Center

4.5

1764 Edwards Ave, Tunica, MS

Tunica County Child Development Center

2.7(2)

5217 Old Mhoon Landing Road, Tunica, MS

One parent describes a lack of support for the general community, stating that staff provide no help outside of family and friends. Another reviewer echoes this sentiment, claiming that assistance is restricted to those who already know someone within the center.

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Daycare types in Tunica

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Daycare Centers in Tunica, Mississippi

There are 5 daycare centers in Tunica, 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 Tunica have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Tunica, 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 Tunica

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Tunica County Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5

One parent highlights a specific teacher, Mrs. Dorsey, noting her dedication to teaching within the community. The feedback centers on individual staff commitment rather than broader operational details.

dedicated teachercommunity focus
Address
1034 South Ave, Tunica, MS
Phone
(662) 363-3469
Happy House Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Happy House Day Care receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and stimulating learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the family-like atmosphere, strong academics balanced with creativity and social-emotional learning, and excellent cleanliness and organization. Multiple long-term families and alumni express deep satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and experienced staffsmall class sizes allowing individual attentionclean and well-organized facilities
Address
1010 Oak Dr, Tunica, MS
Phone
(662) 363-3678
Playskool Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1764 Edwards Ave, Tunica, MS
Phone
(662) 363-2268
Tunica County Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

One parent describes a lack of support for the general community, stating that staff provide no help outside of family and friends. Another reviewer echoes this sentiment, claiming that assistance is restricted to those who already know someone within the center.

Address
5217 Old Mhoon Landing Road, Tunica, MS
Phone
(662) 572-7242
Bright Start Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent highlights teacher Tasha for her exceptional care and energy, while another notes her punctuality and the child's growth over nearly a year. A third reviewer mentions the staff's friendliness, though one review appears to be promotional material rather than a personal experience.

Welcoming and friendly staffteacher Tasha goes above and beyondhigh energy and spirit
Address
1740 Highway 61 S, Tunica, MS
Phone
(662) 360-5789

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Tunica, Mississippi. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Tunica have an average Google rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Tunica, 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
Tunica offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Tunica for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Tunica 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.