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Best Headstart Programs in New Albany, MS

Compare 1 headstart programs in New Albany. Average rating: 4.66/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

New Albany, Mississippi at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.66/5
Parent reviews
18
Top rated (4.5+)
4

New Albany offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.66/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 38652 zip code, averaging 4.66 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Albany

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
    Kountry Kids Daycare INC
    4.59 score
    4.8(14)

    202 N Glenfield Rd, New Albany, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    Kountry Kids Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents who report their children have made significant developmental and academic progress. Parents highlight the caring staff, particularly Mrs. Holly, and appreciate the facility's Christian-based approach to education.

    Caring and dedicated staffstrong child development and learning outcomesquick potty training successchildren enjoy attending

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in New Albany

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in New Albany, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.93avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

3.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

New Albany zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
386526
4.66
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in New Albany (70–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in New Albany based on parent reviews

Union County Head Start

3.5

507 Oak St, New Albany, MS

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Daycare types in New Albany

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in New Albany, Mississippi

There are 1 headstart programs in New Albany, Mississippi, making up 17% of the 6 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 New Albany have an average rating of 4.66 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 18 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in New Albany, 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 New Albany

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Union County Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.5
Address
507 Oak St, New Albany, MS
Phone
(662) 534-2681

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in New Albany, Mississippi, out of 6 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 New Albany have an average Google rating of 4.66 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in New Albany, 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
New Albany offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 New Albany for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in New Albany 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.