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Best Headstart Programs in Forest, MS

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

Forest, Mississippi at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
5/5
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Forest offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Forest

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Forest (75–215 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

2

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Daycare types in Forest

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Forest, Mississippi

There are 1 headstart programs in Forest, Mississippi, making up 25% of the 4 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 Forest have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars.

When choosing a daycare in Forest, 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 Forest

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Forest Community Center Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
970 E First St, Forest, MS
Phone
(601) 469-4757

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Forest, Mississippi, out of 4 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 Forest have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Forest, 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
Forest offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Forest for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Forest 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.