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6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbia, Mississippi

Browse all 6 child daycare & preschools in Columbia, Mississippi. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbia

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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    Woodlawn Child Care
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1452 Hiighway 98 East, Columbia, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    No parent reviews for the daycare are available. The reviews displayed are for Woodlawn Church, not Woodlawn Child Care. Therefore, no assessment of the daycare's quality, staff, or services can be provided based on parent feedback.

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbia, Mississippi

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Columbia, Mississippi, making up 67% of the 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Columbia, 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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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Columbia, Mississippi, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Columbia, 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
Columbia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Columbia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Columbia 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.