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Best Headstart Programs in Poplarville, MS

Compare 1 headstart programs in Poplarville. Average rating: 4.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Poplarville, Mississippi at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.78/5
Parent reviews
26
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Poplarville has 1 licensed headstart programs with 26 parent reviews averaging 4.78/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 39470 zip code, averaging 4.78 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Poplarville

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
    First Baptist Playschool
    4.38 score
    4.7(6)

    203 S Main St, Poplarville, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    First Baptist Playschool receives mostly positive feedback praising the pastor, worship experience, and children's programs. However, one former member reported being banned from the church due to their LGBTQ+ identity and experiencing unwelcoming treatment under current leadership.

    Strong pastoral leadershipengaging worship servicesmusic and singing programsfriendly congregation
  2. 2
    Child Development Lab School
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    101 Highway 11 N, Poplarville, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    The reviews provided do not pertain to Child Development Lab School daycare. Instead, they describe Pearl River Community College (PRCC), a community college in Poplarville, Mississippi. No actual parent reviews for the daycare center are available.

    None applicable - reviews are for a collegenot a daycare

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Poplarville

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

4.85avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Poplarville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
394705
4.78
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Poplarville (50–95 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Poplarville

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Poplarville, Mississippi

There are 1 headstart programs in Poplarville, Mississippi, making up 20% of the 5 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 Poplarville have an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.85 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Poplarville, 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 Poplarville

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Poplarville Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
205 E Locke St, Poplarville, MS
Phone
(601) 795-8011

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Poplarville, Mississippi, out of 5 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 Poplarville have an average Google rating of 4.78 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Poplarville, 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
Poplarville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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 Poplarville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Poplarville 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.