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1,436 Daycare Centers in Mississippi

Browse 1,436 daycare centers across Mississippi. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Mississippi

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Mississippi can make the decision-making process smoother.

Mississippi has about 1,436 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Mississippi. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Mississippi

There are 1,436 daycares in Mississippi: 167 headstart facilities, 80 before/after school centers, 229 religious facility daycares, and 960 childcare and preschool centers.

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Creative Arts Christian Academy INC.
Church Daycare
4.3

Creative Arts Christian Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising the family-owned atmosphere, caring staff, and personalized attention to children. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about physical discipline and child safety, including unexplained bruises and excessive screen time.

Family-owned and operatedcaring and attentive staffsmall group sizes
Address
645 Highway 51, Ridgeland, MS
Phone
(601) 853-7678
Little People'S Christian Academy INC-Robinwood
Church Daycare
4.3

Little People's Christian Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who commend the warm, nurturing staff, strong communication, and safe, clean facility. Parents report their children show significant developmental growth, feel loved and excited to attend, and benefit from a good balance of structured learning and play. The center is noted for its hands-on leadership and ability to accommodate special needs like physical therapy.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and welcoming atmosphereconsistent parent communication
Address
17065 W Wortham Road, Saucier, MS
Phone
(228) 539-8200
Gulfport Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Gulfport Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, clean facilities with security cameras, engaging curriculum, and strong management that creates a welcoming environment where children are happy and eager to attend.

Caring and friendly staffclean facilitysecurity cameras throughout
Address
15150 Evans St, Gulfport, MS
Phone
(228) 864-5195
Kid Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kid Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the attentive, communicative staff and strong early childhood education curriculum. Parents report their children thrive in the clean, well-maintained facility with structured learning activities and strong leadership from owner Matt Dickens and director Holly Ford. The center is noted for transparency in handling incidents and offering competitive pricing.

Attentive and communicative staffstrong curriculum and educational outcomeschild development focus
Address
918 E Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS
Phone
(228) 896-2888
Kids' Company INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
3809 W Northside Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 982-1604
Lil Angels
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
445 Nakoma Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 981-2211
Madison County Gymnastics
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Madison County Gymnastics Center receives universal praise from parents for its supportive coaching staff, safe facility, and strong community environment. Parents consistently highlight how the gym builds children's confidence, teamwork skills, and athletic abilities while maintaining a family-oriented atmosphere. The owner and coaches are described as encouraging, patient, and invested in each child's individual development.

Encouraging and supportive coachessafe
Address
577 Highway 51, Ridgeland, MS
Phone
(601) 853-2480
Carrot Top Development Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
452 W Northside Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 362-2060
Crowns & Tiaras Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Crowns & Tiaras Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents emphasize strong communication, educational activities, and a family-like atmosphere where children thrive developmentally. The owner Celeste is frequently noted for her personal involvement and responsiveness to parent concerns.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentsclean and safe facility
Address
162 E Franklin St, Natchez, MS
Phone
(601) 653-0012
All God'S Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All God's Children in Tupelo receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the safe, loving environment with caring staff and strong educational focus on kindergarten readiness. However, one parent reported unprofessional and rude behavior from staff, particularly regarding fee collection and parent inquiries.

Safe and loving environmentcaring and professional staffspiritual and emotional development
Address
578 Carnation St, Tupelo, MS
Phone
(662) 842-7456
Blossman Ymca Preschool Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Blossman YMCA Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising staff consistency, loving care, and effective kindergarten preparation. Communication with parents is highlighted as a strength. However, one parent reported experiencing discrimination regarding special needs accommodation.

Staff consistencyloving and caring environmentgood kindergarten preparation
Address
1904 Government St, Ocean Springs, MS
Phone
(228) 875-0152
Medgar Evers Gymnasium
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating across all submissions. Parents appreciate the facility for basketball practice, recreational activities, dining, and peaceful atmosphere. The center appears to offer both sports programming and community events.

good for basketball practicegreat recreational activitiespeaceful and relaxing environment
Address
3159 Edwards Ave, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 960-1741
Freeman'S Little People'S Place INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1241 Westview Cv, Grenada, MS
Phone
(662) 226-4847
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Church Daycare
4.2
Address
6035 Highway 25, Brandon, MS
Phone
(601) 992-4752
Kids Learning Korner After School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
209 Pine Ave, Quitman, MS
Phone
(601) 791-1290
Pentecostal Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
204 S Locust St, Aberdeen, MS
Phone
(662) 369-8940
All God'S Children Child Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All God's Children Child Care and Preschool in Tupelo receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the safe, loving learning environment and professional staff. However, one parent reported unprofessional and rude behavior from staff, particularly regarding fee collection and parent communication.

Safe and loving environmentprofessional teachersspiritual and educational growth
Address
1901 S Gloster St, Tupelo, MS
Phone
(662) 678-1020
Lil' Peoples Learning Barn LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Lil' Peoples Learning Barn receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff, activities, and safe environment. However, critical reviews cite poor customer service during enrollment inquiries and concerning handling of a racial discrimination incident.

Attentive stafffun activitiessafe and friendly environment
Address
8133 Getwell Rd, Southaven, MS
Phone
(662) 280-0667
Precious Hearts
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Precious Hearts receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, family-like atmosphere and strong staff-child relationships. Parents report their children show significant developmental progress, look forward to attending daily, and feel safe and loved. The facility is commended for excellent communication and accommodating staff.

caring and patient stafffamily-oriented atmospherechild development and learning
Address
9541 Highway 178, Olive Branch, MS
Phone
(662) 890-1633
Ross Collins Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2640 24th Ave, Meridian, MS
Phone
(601) 484-5167
The Family Y - School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Note: Reviews provided are for the YMCA facility's general programs and rehabilitation services, not specifically for the School Age Program daycare. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, welcoming staff, wheelchair accessibility, and quality equipment for fitness and therapy services.

Friendly and welcoming staffwheelchair accessible facilitiesclean and well-maintained building
Address
3719 Veterans Memorial Dr, Hattiesburg, MS
Phone
(601) 583-4000
Third Avenue Kiddie Korner
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
302 19th St N, Columbus, MS
Phone
(662) 327-6630
Kaleidoscope Of Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kaleidoscope of Learning in Byram receives mostly positive reviews praising staff compassion, quality education, and strong academic foundation-building. However, some parents report negative experiences with staff member Patrina, citing rudeness and poor customer service. The facility is noted for small class instruction, daily parent reports, and academic progress that exceeds peer institutions.

nurturing and compassionate staffhigh-quality educationclean infra
Address
335 Byram Dr, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 502-2990
Hinds Community College Early Childhood Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Reviews are predominantly positive, highlighting the campus facilities and quality of instruction. Most reviewers praise the beautiful grounds, staff, and educational experience. However, several reviews appear to be about the college itself rather than the early childhood education program specifically.

Beautiful campus and groundswonderful teachers and staffquality education
Address
3805 Highway 80 E, Pearl, MS
Phone
(601) 936-5510
Kids Learning Korner
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
112 Anderson St, Quitman, MS
Phone
(601) 791-1290
Purks Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

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.

friendly and welcoming staffhigh-end exercise equipmentclean indoor pool at good temperature
Address
267 Ymca Pl, Vicksburg, MS
Phone
(601) 638-1071
First Baptist Early Childhood Ministry
Church Daycare
4.2
Address
560 E Broad St West, Point, MS
Phone
(662) 494-4114
Miss Mandy'S Christian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
783 Marquette Rd, Brandon, MS
Phone
(601) 825-6224
Little Dreamers Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Dreamers Child Care Center in Ridgeland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for owner Mrs. Jackie and the caring, nurturing staff. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about mosquito bites from outdoor play, inadequate communication, inappropriate staff behavior, and unprofessional management responses to parent concerns.

Caring and attentive staffclean and well-organized facilitystrong leadership
Address
106 Pine Knoll Dr, Ridgeland, MS
Phone
(601) 957-7000
Morrison Heights Preschool
Church Daycare
4.2

Morrison Heights Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, well-organized facility with friendly and patient staff. Parents highlight the clean environment, security features including live classroom cameras, and individualized attention to each child's development and learning pace. The center is repeatedly described as a blessing to families and strongly recommended by those with experience there.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and bright facilitysecure environment with live classroom cameras
Address
201 Morrison Dr, Clinton, MS
Phone
(601) 925-6428

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,436 all daycares across Mississippi. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Mississippi are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Mississippi's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Mississippi, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Mississippi sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Mississippi vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.