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Best Headstart Programs in Cleveland, MS

Compare 4 headstart programs in Cleveland. Average rating: 3.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Cleveland, Mississippi at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
3.47/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Cleveland has 4 licensed headstart programs with 23 parent reviews averaging 3.47/5.The largest concentration is in 38732 with 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cleveland

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.

  1. 1
    St. Luke Umc Neighborhood Children'S Program
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    1227 Deering St, Cleveland, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    St. Luke UMC Neighborhood Children's Program receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all five reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality service, and the facility's role as a supportive community resource. The daycare appears to foster a family-like environment that parents deeply appreciate.

    great atmospheresupportive communityquality servicewelcoming environment
  2. 2
    Back To Basics Day Care
    4.22 score
    4.3(14)

    816 Bell Ave, Cleveland, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 21 children

    Back to Basics Day Care in Cleveland, Mississippi receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring and attentive staff, clean and safe environment, strong teacher-child bonds, and effective early learning programs. Parents report their children are happy, well-adjusted, and academically prepared for kindergarten.

    Caring and attentive stafflow staff turnoverclean and safe facilitynice outdoor area

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Cleveland

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Cleveland, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.43avg rating
7 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

3avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Cleveland zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3873212
3.47
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Cleveland (15–173 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Cleveland based on parent reviews

Cleveland Head Start Center #1

5(1)

924 Pearl Ave, Cleveland, MS

One parent who attended this center as a child describes it as their first school experience. The feedback is limited to a single positive memory without specific operational details.

First school experience

Cleveland Head Start Center #2

1

1103 Bell Ave, Cleveland, MS

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Daycare types in Cleveland

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 4Church Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Cleveland, Mississippi

There are 4 headstart programs in Cleveland, Mississippi, making up 31% of the 13 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 Cleveland have an average rating of 3.47 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 43% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Cleveland, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Cleveland

Showing 4 results

Cleveland Head Start Center #1
Headstart Programs
5

One parent who attended this center as a child describes it as their first school experience. The feedback is limited to a single positive memory without specific operational details.

First school experience
Address
924 Pearl Ave, Cleveland, MS
Phone
(662) 846-1553
Cleveland Head Start Center #2
Headstart Programs
1
Address
1103 Bell Ave, Cleveland, MS
Phone
(662) 846-6864
Bolivar Co. Head Start - Cleveland #3
Headstart Programs
Address
1408 Highway 8, Cleveland, MS
Phone
(662) 843-4526
Cleveland #3 Head Start Annex
Headstart Programs
Address
506 N Chrisman Ave, Cleveland, MS
Phone
(662) 843-6403

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in Cleveland, Mississippi, out of 13 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Cleveland have an average Google rating of 3.47 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 43% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Cleveland, 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
Cleveland offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 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 Cleveland for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cleveland 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.