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Best Headstart Programs in Columbia, MS

Compare 1 headstart programs in Columbia. Average rating: 4.18/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Columbia, Mississippi at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.18/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Columbia has 1 licensed headstart programs with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.18/5.The largest concentration is in 39429 with 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

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.

  1. 1
    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.

    None mentioned for the daycare

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Columbia

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.97avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

1avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Columbia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
394299
4.18
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Columbia (12–227 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Columbia

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Columbia, Mississippi

There are 1 headstart programs in Columbia, Mississippi, making up 11% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Columbia have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.97 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

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.

All Headstart Programs in Columbia

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Hub Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
431 Old Highway 13 S, Columbia, MS
Phone
(601) 736-7882

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs 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.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Columbia have an average Google rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
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.