
Compare 28 daycare centers in Vicksburg. Average rating: 3.84/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Vicksburg has 28 licensed daycares with 120 parent reviews averaging 3.84/5.12 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 55% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 39180 with 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
3736 Halls Ferry Rd, Vicksburg, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 65 children
Hawkins UMC Preschool is highly regarded by parents, with an average rating of 4.9/5. Parents consistently praise the caring and compassionate staff, welcoming atmosphere, and strong Christian community values. Children are reported to enjoy attending, with participation in holiday celebrations noted as a positive feature.
1884 Oak Ridge Rd, Vicksburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
Parents consistently praise Ver Beck YMCA's pool facilities for cleanliness, professionalism, and safety. The facility features a large pool with diving board and kids' pool, staffed by attentive and friendly lifeguards. Director Philip Doiron is highlighted for running a top-notch operation.
1501 Cherry St, Vicksburg, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
First Presbyterian Church Kindergarten and Preschool in Vicksburg receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Parents highlight the quality of teachers, caring staff, and excellent educational environment. The facility is also noted for its beautiful building and role as a welcoming Christian community.
267 Ymca Pl, Vicksburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
PURKS YMCA in Vicksburg is a highly-rated community facility with modern equipment and amenities. Parents praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including fitness classes, an indoor pool, and activities for children. The facility is noted as an impressive resource for the community.
712 Belmont St, Vicksburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Colonial Day School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and strong curriculum. Parents highlight the director Ms. Ann and her team's genuine love for children, welcoming atmosphere, and visible developmental progress in academics, communication, and social-emotional skills. The facility is noted for being reliable, flexible, affordable, and clean.
3211 Wisconsin Ave, Vicksburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Loving Hearts Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviewers praise quality care, meal preparation, learning activities, and school readiness support. However, negative reviewers raise serious concerns about security protocols, communication practices, unprofessional dress code, and staff conduct.
1902 Washington St, Vicksburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Kids Preschool in Vicksburg has received mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise staff like Mrs. Gail and describe it positively, multiple parents report serious issues including alleged discriminatory practices against children with disabilities, excessive screen time, corporal punishment, poor staff conditions, and inadequate hygiene standards.
1783 M L King Blvd, Vicksburg, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children
The daycare has extremely polarized reviews. Two parents reported positive experiences over a 3-year period, but the majority of reviews reference a 2013 incident involving a 9-year-old attacking toddlers that was documented on YouTube, with numerous parents calling for the facility to be shut down and expressing serious safety concerns.
Based on 22 daycares with Google ratings in Vicksburg
Average ratings by facility type in Vicksburg, based on parent reviews
Vicksburg zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39183 | 8 | 4.09 | 4 | |
| 39180 | 20 | 3.72 | 8 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Vicksburg (22–226 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
15
Large
76–150 children
9
Very Large
150+ children
2
Highest rated daycares in Vicksburg based on parent reviews
3736 Halls Ferry Rd, Vicksburg, MS
Hawkins UMC Preschool is highly regarded by parents, with an average rating of 4.9/5. Parents consistently praise the caring and compassionate staff, welcoming atmosphere, and strong Christian community values. Children are reported to enjoy attending, with participation in holiday celebrations noted as a positive feature.
1884 Oak Ridge Rd, Vicksburg, MS
Parents consistently praise Ver Beck YMCA's pool facilities for cleanliness, professionalism, and safety. The facility features a large pool with diving board and kids' pool, staffed by attentive and friendly lifeguards. Director Philip Doiron is highlighted for running a top-notch operation.
1501 Cherry St, Vicksburg, MS
First Presbyterian Church Kindergarten and Preschool in Vicksburg receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Parents highlight the quality of teachers, caring staff, and excellent educational environment. The facility is also noted for its beautiful building and role as a welcoming Christian community.
510 Porters Chapel Rd, Vicksburg, MS
Reviewers highlight the center's Christian curriculum and values as key strengths, with one parent specifically noting the great learning environment. Feedback is currently limited to positive experiences regarding the educational approach.
718 Bridge St, Vicksburg, MS
Parents highlight the center's friendly staff and effective educational outcomes, noting improvements in their child's speech and counting skills. Long-term families appreciate the loving and caring environment provided by the team.
1091 Oak Ridge Rd, Vicksburg, MS
One parent highlights the convenience of early drop-off before noon and the provision of three daily meals, while also noting the inclusion of Bible study as a valuable component of the program. Another review describes the center as well-managed with a comprehensive curriculum of lessons and activities.
There are 28 daycare centers in Vicksburg, 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 Vicksburg have an average rating of 3.84 out of 5 across 22 rated facilities, with 55% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 120 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Vicksburg, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Reviewers highlight the center's Christian curriculum and values as key strengths, with one parent specifically noting the great learning environment. Feedback is currently limited to positive experiences regarding the educational approach.
The single available review contains nonsensical text and does not provide specific feedback on the childcare program.
One parent highlights the owner and staff's excellent care, noting that their eldest child still fondly recalls the experience. Another reviewer appreciates that the center accommodates their autistic son, who enjoys attending.
Parents highlight the center's friendly staff and effective educational outcomes, noting improvements in their child's speech and counting skills. Long-term families appreciate the loving and caring environment provided by the team.
One parent describes PIED PIPER PRESCHOOL as one of the best preschools in Vicksburg, highlighting its positive standing in the local community. This single positive note suggests a high-quality environment, though limited feedback prevents broader conclusions.
One parent highlights the convenience of early drop-off before noon and the provision of three daily meals, while also noting the inclusion of Bible study as a valuable component of the program. Another review describes the center as well-managed with a comprehensive curriculum of lessons and activities.
Hawkins UMC Preschool is highly regarded by parents, with an average rating of 4.9/5. Parents consistently praise the caring and compassionate staff, welcoming atmosphere, and strong Christian community values. Children are reported to enjoy attending, with participation in holiday celebrations noted as a positive feature.
Parents consistently praise Ver Beck YMCA's pool facilities for cleanliness, professionalism, and safety. The facility features a large pool with diving board and kids' pool, staffed by attentive and friendly lifeguards. Director Philip Doiron is highlighted for running a top-notch operation.
First Presbyterian Church Kindergarten and Preschool in Vicksburg receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Parents highlight the quality of teachers, caring staff, and excellent educational environment. The facility is also noted for its beautiful building and role as a welcoming Christian community.
One parent describes the center as a loving and caring facility that actively teaches children rather than merely babysitting them. The reviewer notes that their daughter entered Kindergarten with solid knowledge, although they acknowledge that the experience was not without its flaws.
PURKS YMCA in Vicksburg is a highly-rated community facility with modern equipment and amenities. Parents praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including fitness classes, an indoor pool, and activities for children. The facility is noted as an impressive resource for the community.
Colonial Day School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and strong curriculum. Parents highlight the director Ms. Ann and her team's genuine love for children, welcoming atmosphere, and visible developmental progress in academics, communication, and social-emotional skills. The facility is noted for being reliable, flexible, affordable, and clean.
One parent describes LIL' WONDERS DAY CARE as a cluttered facility with poor communication and a dictatorial management style. The reviewer cites a lack of structure, privacy violations, and unprofessional customer service as significant drawbacks.
Loving Hearts Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviewers praise quality care, meal preparation, learning activities, and school readiness support. However, negative reviewers raise serious concerns about security protocols, communication practices, unprofessional dress code, and staff conduct.
Kids Preschool in Vicksburg has received mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise staff like Mrs. Gail and describe it positively, multiple parents report serious issues including alleged discriminatory practices against children with disabilities, excessive screen time, corporal punishment, poor staff conditions, and inadequate hygiene standards.
The daycare has extremely polarized reviews. Two parents reported positive experiences over a 3-year period, but the majority of reviews reference a 2013 incident involving a 9-year-old attacking toddlers that was documented on YouTube, with numerous parents calling for the facility to be shut down and expressing serious safety concerns.
Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with one parent calling it the 'best day care ever' while another strongly advises against bringing children there. The limited number of reviews presents conflicting experiences without clear consensus.
Parent feedback for All My Children is sharply divided, with one reviewer calling it the best day care ever while another strongly advises against bringing children there. The few reviews so far highlight extreme differences in experience, ranging from high satisfaction to severe dissatisfaction.
One parent describes the center as a joke, alleging that staff frequently send healthy children home under the guise of illness. The reviewer claims this practice is used to compensate for inadequate staff-to-child ratios required by MSDH guidelines. Consequently, the center is criticized for collecting payment while failing to employ the correct number of employees.
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