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Best Headstart Programs in Vancleave, MS

Compare 1 headstart programs in Vancleave. Average rating: 4.44/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Vancleave, Mississippi at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.44/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Vancleave has 1 licensed headstart programs with 28 parent reviews averaging 4.44/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 39565 zip code, averaging 4.44 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Vancleave

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 Vancleave Preschool
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    12513 Highway 57, Vancleave, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 92 children

    Reviews praise First Baptist Vancleave as a welcoming and friendly church community with strong Bible-based teaching and excellent children's programs. Parents consistently highlight the warm reception, supportive church family atmosphere, and quality of pastoral leadership and spiritual education.

    Welcoming and friendly environmentstrong Bible educationexcellent children and teen programssupportive community
  2. 2
    Vancleave Ymca
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    13620 Highway 57, Vancleave, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Vancleave YMCA receives consistently positive feedback from parents across multiple years. Parents praise the staff's genuine care, creative activities, and family-like environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and look forward to returning.

    Caring and patient staffcreative and engaging activitiessafe environmentaffordable pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Vancleave

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 Vancleave, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.1avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Vancleave zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
395656
4.44
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Vancleave (79–135 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Vancleave based on parent reviews

Vancleave Head Start Center

5

13105 Headstart Rd, Vancleave, MS

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Daycare types in Vancleave

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Vancleave, Mississippi

There are 1 headstart programs in Vancleave, 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 Vancleave have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Vancleave, 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 Vancleave

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Vancleave Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
13105 Headstart Rd, Vancleave, MS
Phone
(228) 471-1269

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Vancleave, 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 Vancleave have an average Google rating of 4.44 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Vancleave, 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
Vancleave offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Vancleave for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Vancleave 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.