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960 Child Daycare & Preschools in Mississippi

Browse 960 child daycare & preschools 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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Abc Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ABC Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Multiple families report positive long-term experiences with caring teachers, successful separation anxiety support, and academic skill development. Parents emphasize the center's clean facility, compassionate staff, and whole-hearted approach to child care.

Caring and loving teachershelps children overcome separation anxietyclean facility
Address
17 County Road 2051, Oxford, MS
Phone
(662) 234-4074
Northeast Miss Com College Child Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews do not pertain to the child care center. The reviews are about Northeast Mississippi Community College, an institution of higher education, not a daycare facility. No relevant parent feedback about the daycare's services, staff, or programs for children is available.

None relevant to daycare services
Address
Cunningham Blvd, Booneville, MS
Phone
(662) 720-7381
Kid'S Landing Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
4071 Rob Dr, Tupelo, MS
Phone
(662) 844-4144
Mvsu Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided do not appear to be authentic parent reviews of the MVSU Child Development Center daycare. Instead, they are reviews of Mississippi Valley State University, a college institution. No actual daycare parent feedback is available to summarize.

None applicable - reviews are for a universitynot the daycare center
Address
Robert Clark Drive, Itta Bena, MS
Phone
(662) 254-3375
Faith Preschool Academy Snowden
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Faith Preschool Academy Snowden for its caring, dedicated staff and strong communication with families. The facility is noted for clean environments, quality curriculum, and developmental support including potty training. Recent management improvements under Director Brooke H. have enhanced parent-teacher communication.

Caring and skilled teachersexcellent parent communication via app and daily updatesclean facility
Address
6910 Snowden Ln, Southaven, MS
Phone
(662) 253-8759
Kingdom Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kingdom Preschool receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the staff's individualized attention, child development progress, and welcoming environment, with many noting significant improvements in their children's speech, confidence, and emotional well-being.

Staff expertise and individualized carechild development and progress in speech/confidencequick settling-in periods
Address
700 Old Whitfield Rd, Pearl, MS
Phone
(601) 238-7104
Ingalls Avenue Weekday Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. Most reviewers praise the spiritual environment, Bible teaching, and community. One review mentions a daughter liking the facilities, though it's unclear if this refers to childcare services.

Strong Christian teachingestablished congregation (50+ years)nice facilities
Address
4505 Ingalls Ave, Pascagoula, MS
Phone
(228) 762-7400
Lucy Jones Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
4440 W Oak Grove Rd, Hernando, MS
Phone
(662) 429-7742
New Jerusalem-Flower Drive
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing, as most comments reference church services, sermons, and religious worship rather than childcare services. The few daycare-related mentions note a graduation event and welcoming atmosphere.

Welcoming staffsoothing atmospherespiritual teachings
Address
1950 Flower Drive, Jackson, MS
Phone
(769) 216-3572
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

La Petite Academy Horn Lake receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, age-appropriate activities, and individualized attention to child development. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with some having children attend for nearly a decade.

Caring and professional staffsafe and clean facilityexcellent parent communication
Address
2563 Goodman Rd W, Horn Lake, MS
Phone
(662) 393-8961
Funtime Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Funtime Pre-School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and quality of childcare. Parents consistently highlight strong relationships between staff and children, professional administration, and a focus on both care and learning. One parent raised concerns about classroom management skills.

caring and loving staffstrong staff-child relationshipsprofessional administration
Address
400 Clinton Pkwy, Clinton, MS
Phone
(601) 925-5437
In The Zone St. Martin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

In The Zone St. Martin receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff, warm and nurturing environment, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and look forward to attending, with many families using the facility for multiple children over several years. The center is commended for treating children like family and supporting developmental growth.

Caring and professional staffwelcoming environmentchildren enjoy attending
Address
7312 South Tucker Road, Ocean Springs, MS
Phone
(228) 818-2830
Rainbow Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Rainbow Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the patient, caring staff and safe, nurturing environment. However, one parent reported being told the center accepts special needs children but then had their autistic daughter removed after one day due to naptime issues.

Kind and patient staffsafe and clean environmentgood parent communication
Address
293 Mccullough Mclin Rd, Florence, MS
Phone
(601) 845-4915
East Central Community College Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise East Central Community College's clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming campus atmosphere. Visitors highlight quality instruction, well-maintained grounds, and a positive small-town environment. Note: Reviews appear to focus on the college itself rather than the childcare center specifically.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffnice campus grounds
Address
275 W Broad St, Decatur, MS
Phone
(601) 635-3285
Willowood Developmental Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Willowood Developmental Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the welcoming environment, professional staff, good teacher-to-student ratios, and inclusive care for children with disabilities. However, one recent review expressed strong dissatisfaction with current leadership and overall operations.

welcoming and clean facilityengaged and happy studentsprofessional and proficient staff
Address
1635 Boling St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 366-0123
Word Of Faith Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews describe Word of Faith Academy as a welcoming, family-oriented church community in Hattiesburg. Parents praise the friendly atmosphere from arrival through services and appreciate the practical spiritual teaching. The facility is noted as an ideal place to build lasting friendships.

Welcoming and friendly stafffamily-oriented environmentpractical spiritual instruction
Address
2111 Country Club Rd, Hattiesburg, MS
Phone
(601) 545-7735
Vergy P Middleton Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews describe Vergy P Middleton Community Center as a well-maintained park and community space in Jackson, Mississippi with a peaceful atmosphere and friendly people. The facility is praised for its cleanliness, safety, walking trails, and suitability for various community events and family activities.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiespeaceful atmospherefriendly community members
Address
3971 N Flag Chapel Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 960-1904
Hodding Carter Memorial Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Hodding Carter Memorial YMCA in Greenville, Mississippi receives consistently high praise from members. Parents and visitors highlight the welcoming atmosphere, cleanliness, helpful staff, and quality facilities including workout equipment, an outdoor pool, and exterior track.

Welcoming and friendly staffclean and well-maintained facilityquality exercise equipment
Address
1688 Fairgrounds Rd, Greenville, MS
Phone
(662) 335-7259
Positive Youth Life Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Youth Life Center for its creative, engaging programming and strong community focus. Staff, particularly founder Mama Claressa, are described as caring and passionate about nurturing children's growth and confidence. The center is noted for its inclusive environment, quality meals, field trips, and family involvement events.

Creative and engaging activitiespassionate and caring staffsafe and welcoming environment
Address
414 Ivy St, Philadelphia, MS
Phone
(601) 656-5332
Perfect Beginnings Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
308 W China St, Rolling Fork, MS
Phone
(662) 873-4934
Bright Start Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1740 Highway 61 S, Tunica, MS
Phone
(662) 360-5789
Divine Inspirations Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
3005 Holly Dr, Gautier, MS
Phone
(228) 497-3222
Foundation First Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Foundation First Development Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff dedication, cleanliness, and child development activities. However, two negative reviews cite health/sanitation concerns, unprofessional staff conduct, and miscommunication issues.

Caring and loving staffclean facilityhands-on learning activities
Address
3878 Terry Rd, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 487-8034
Little Acorns Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Acorns receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff leadership under Director Candace, strong communication through daily app updates, and a clean, secure facility with engaging activities. Parents consistently note their children's academic development, emotional wellbeing, and enthusiasm for attending. The center's location in a federal building with armed security is cited as an added safety benefit.

Attentive and compassion
Address
100 W Capitol St, Jackson, MS
Phone
(601) 965-4999
Loving Care Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
644 E Railroad St, Long Beach, MS
Phone
(228) 864-0901
Mgccc-Jd Early Childhood Education Facility
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
2226 Switzer Rd, Gulfport, MS
Phone
(228) 897-3782
Playskool Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1764 Edwards Ave, Tunica, MS
Phone
(662) 363-2268
Pilgrim Rest After School Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Note: The reviews provided are for Pilgrim Rest Church, not the after-school ministry program. Reviews praise the pastor, sermons, welcoming congregation, and choir, with consistently high satisfaction ratings.

Welcoming and inclusive communityPastor Canada's engaging sermonsenergetic choir
Address
852 Madison Ave, Madison, MS
Phone
(601) 856-2609
Sue Ellen Recreation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
4131 Sue Ellen St, Moss Point, MS
Phone
(228) 475-7887
Tutwiler Community Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Tutwiler Community Education Center receives mostly positive feedback for its family-friendly environment, nice facilities, and community involvement. Parents appreciate the after-school programs and various community services offered, including quilting clubs and computer training. One review was neutral without specific details.

Family-friendly environmenthelpful staffnice facilities
Address
301 Hancock Street, Tutwiler, MS
Phone
(662) 345-8393

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Frequently asked questions

There are 960 child daycare & preschools 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.