
Compare 24 child daycare & preschools in Meridian. Average rating: 4.43/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Meridian has 24 licensed child daycare & preschools with 102 parent reviews averaging 4.43/5.12 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 57% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 39305 (avg 4.6 stars), while 39301 has the largest selection (14 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.
3412 N Hills St, Meridian, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children
Northcrest Baptist Preschool is a religious facility in Meridian, Mississippi with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and strong faith-based environment. Parents highlight quality childcare services and meaningful spiritual experiences for their families.
1842 Bunk Newell Rd, Meridian, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children
Curtain Climbers receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the quality of care and cleanliness. Parents highlight the warm, attentive staff, well-fed and happy children, and effective learning activities. The daycare's communication app is also noted as a positive feature.
1520 8th Ave, Meridian, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children
Wesley House Preschool receives consistently high praise from reviewers, with particular emphasis on staff compassion and community support services. Parents highlight the quality of childcare and educational preparation for school entry, along with the center's role in helping families during difficult times. Staff members, especially Andy Hodges, are frequently commended for going above and beyond in their care.
1703 5th Ave, Meridian, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children
Lord Teddy Bear Day Care #2 receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, strong communication through their app, and quality educational programming across all age groups from infants through pre-K.
2512 11th Street, Meridian, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Excellence Day Care Center in Meridian receives overwhelmingly negative feedback, with parents citing safety concerns, lack of professionalism, poor communication, and inadequate supervision. One positive review states everything is 'A1,' but the majority of reviews describe incidents of injuries, missing inventory, failure to provide required documentation, and staff unprofessionalism. The center appears to have made cosmetic changes (uniforms) only after complaints.
Based on 21 daycares with Google ratings in Meridian
Average ratings by facility type in Meridian, based on parent reviews
Meridian zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39305 | 11 | 4.6 | 5 | |
| 39301 | 14 | 4.09 | 4 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Meridian (12–285 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
15
Large
76–150 children
8
Very Large
150+ children
3
Highest rated daycares in Meridian based on parent reviews
1842 Bunk Newell Rd, Meridian, MS
Curtain Climbers receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the quality of care and cleanliness. Parents highlight the warm, attentive staff, well-fed and happy children, and effective learning activities. The daycare's communication app is also noted as a positive feature.
5721 5th St, Meridian, MS
Parents describe New Destiny Daycare as an amazing and great center with awesome staff and a positive, welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the wonderful curriculum, noting that children can learn to spell and write their names quickly, while also appreciating the staff's open communication and engagement with families.
5718 5th St, Meridian, MS
Parents describe New Destiny as a welcoming center with positive energy and smiling staff who greet families warmly. Reviewers highlight effective early education outcomes, such as teaching toddlers to spell and write their names quickly, alongside a curriculum that encourages family involvement and open communication.
1520 8th Ave, Meridian, MS
Wesley House Preschool receives consistently high praise from reviewers, with particular emphasis on staff compassion and community support services. Parents highlight the quality of childcare and educational preparation for school entry, along with the center's role in helping families during difficult times. Staff members, especially Andy Hodges, are frequently commended for going above and beyond in their care.
1703 5th Ave, Meridian, MS
Lord Teddy Bear Day Care #2 receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, strong communication through their app, and quality educational programming across all age groups from infants through pre-K.
5920 0ld Hwy 80 West, Meridian, MS
One parent highlights exceptional care, noting significant language and skill development for their toddler in a nurturing environment, while another commends the staff's professionalism and communication. A third reviewer recommends the center for those living nearby, though a fourth criticizes the owner's demeanor and business practices.
There are 24 child daycare & preschools in Meridian, Mississippi, making up 83% of the 29 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.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Meridian have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 across 21 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.56 stars. Our analysis covers 102 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Meridian, 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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Curtain Climbers receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the quality of care and cleanliness. Parents highlight the warm, attentive staff, well-fed and happy children, and effective learning activities. The daycare's communication app is also noted as a positive feature.
One parent describes the After School Center in Meridian, Mississippi, as the best place for daycare, highlighting the staff's kindness and support from the first day.
Parents describe New Destiny Daycare as an amazing and great center with awesome staff and a positive, welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the wonderful curriculum, noting that children can learn to spell and write their names quickly, while also appreciating the staff's open communication and engagement with families.
Parents describe New Destiny as a welcoming center with positive energy and smiling staff who greet families warmly. Reviewers highlight effective early education outcomes, such as teaching toddlers to spell and write their names quickly, alongside a curriculum that encourages family involvement and open communication.
One parent reports a positive experience with the center, highlighting the safety measures and the welcoming nature of the staff and owners. The review notes that the baby has learned a great deal and receives attentive care.
One parent shares a positive personal history, noting they attended the center as a child and cherish those memories enough to recommend it to their own kids. The feedback highlights the location as a special and wonderful place for families. No negative aspects were reported in the single review provided.
A single review describes Smith's Learning Center as the best childcare provider in Meridian, highlighting the quality service under owner Brenda S. Wilson. The reviewer recommends the center to families seeking excellent care and notes that the business continues her mother's legacy of upright service.
Wesley House Preschool receives consistently high praise from reviewers, with particular emphasis on staff compassion and community support services. Parents highlight the quality of childcare and educational preparation for school entry, along with the center's role in helping families during difficult times. Staff members, especially Andy Hodges, are frequently commended for going above and beyond in their care.
One parent highlights exceptional care, noting significant language and skill development for their toddler in a nurturing environment, while another commends the staff's professionalism and communication. A third reviewer recommends the center for those living nearby, though a fourth criticizes the owner's demeanor and business practices.
Lord Teddy Bear Day Care #2 receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, strong communication through their app, and quality educational programming across all age groups from infants through pre-K.
One parent describes the center as unresponsive, noting that the phone is never answered and the owner is never on-site.
One parent reports that the center never answers the phone and that the owner is not on site. This limited feedback highlights significant accessibility and supervision concerns.
One parent reports that their nephew sustained a broken wrist with two fractured bones, alleging the facility claimed he fell while crawling. The reviewer also describes the environment as chaotic, citing issues with children using each other's personal items like pacifiers, shoes, and diaper bags.
One parent reports that the center is unresponsive to phone calls and the owner is not present on-site. This single review highlights significant concerns regarding communication and staff availability.
Parents highlight the affectionate care, daily photo updates via the Brightwheel app, and strong community environment, with one reviewer noting their child's positive social and learning progress. Conversely, a single negative account alleges verbal abuse by staff, rude behavior from the owner, and concerns about the facility's location in a dangerous area.
Excellence Day Care Center in Meridian receives overwhelmingly negative feedback, with parents citing safety concerns, lack of professionalism, poor communication, and inadequate supervision. One positive review states everything is 'A1,' but the majority of reviews describe incidents of injuries, missing inventory, failure to provide required documentation, and staff unprofessionalism. The center appears to have made cosmetic changes (uniforms) only after complaints.
KinderCare Meridian receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents praising the caring staff, developmental support, and family-like environment. One parent reported serious concerns about bullying and staff response. The center uses a communication app that parents appreciate for daily updates.
One parent highlights an amazing teacher for their son, while others describe the experience as great and effective. A separate review characterizes the facility as a high school tech school that gets the job done, though it contains a typo regarding the name.
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