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Best Headstart Programs in Laurel, MS

Compare 3 headstart programs in Laurel. Average rating: 4.86/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Laurel, Mississippi at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.86/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Laurel offers 3 licensed headstart programs, 9 of which have public ratings averaging 4.86/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 89% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 39443 (avg 5 stars), while 39440 has the largest selection (12 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Laurel

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
11 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4.57avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Laurel zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
394435
5
2
3944012
4.81
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Laurel (30–263 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Laurel based on parent reviews

King Star Head Start/Early Head Start

5

1025 W 6th St, Laurel, MS

Queen Olive Headstart Center

5

518 Madison St, Laurel, MS

Early Head Start Brown Circle

3.7

149 Brown Cir, Laurel, MS

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Daycare types in Laurel

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Headstart Programs 3Church Daycare 3

Headstart Programs in Laurel, Mississippi

There are 3 headstart programs in Laurel, Mississippi, making up 18% of the 17 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 Laurel have an average rating of 4.86 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 89% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Laurel, 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 Laurel

Showing 3 results

King Star Head Start/Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1025 W 6th St, Laurel, MS
Phone
(601) 649-6503
Queen Olive Headstart Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
518 Madison St, Laurel, MS
Phone
(601) 425-5849
Early Head Start Brown Circle
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
149 Brown Cir, Laurel, MS
Phone
(601) 426-1013

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Laurel, Mississippi, out of 17 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 Laurel have an average Google rating of 4.86 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 89% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Laurel, 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
Laurel offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Laurel for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Laurel 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.