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Best Preschools in Clinton, MS

Find the best preschools in Clinton, Mississippi. Browse 4 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Preschools in Clinton

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Funtime Pre-School
    4.3 score
    4.6(5)

    400 Clinton Pkwy, Clinton, MS · Capacity: 180 children

    Funtime Pre-School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and quality of childcare. Parents consistently highlight strong relationships between staff and children, professional administration, and a focus on both care and learning. One parent raised concerns about classroom management skills.

    caring and loving staffstrong staff-child relationshipsprofessional administrationquality childcare
  2. 2
    First Umc Preschool & After-School
    4.22 score
    4.5(4)

    100 Mount Salus Rd, Clinton, MS · Capacity: 71 children

    A few parents describe the preschool as a wonderful, warm, and friendly place, with one noting it is very good. However, another reviewer raises serious safety concerns regarding a field trip where a single teacher was left with over 20 children, leading to a child running away and questioning the facility's adherence to child-to-adult ratio regulations.

    wonderful preschoolwarm friendly placewelcoming congregationgood sermons
  3. 3
    Morrison Heights Preschool
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    201 Morrison Dr, Clinton, MS · Capacity: 405 children

    Morrison Heights Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, well-organized facility with friendly and patient staff. Parents highlight the clean environment, security features including live classroom cameras, and individualized attention to each child's development and learning pace. The center is repeatedly described as a blessing to families and strongly recommended by those with experience there.

    Friendly and welcoming staffclean and bright facilitysecure environment with live classroom camerasindividualized child development support
  4. 4
    Sherry Chappell'S Pre-School
    3.95 score
    3.7(1)

    887 Magnolia Rd, Clinton, MS · Capacity: 66 children

    One parent reports serious safety concerns, including physical abuse of a toddler by the owner's grandson and unexplained injuries to their daughter. The reviewer also cites unprofessional management, prejudice, and unhygienic food service as reasons for recommending the facility be closed.

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Preschools in Clinton, Mississippi

Clinton has 4 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.

When choosing a preschool in Clinton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Funtime Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Funtime Pre-School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and quality of childcare. Parents consistently highlight strong relationships between staff and children, professional administration, and a focus on both care and learning. One parent raised concerns about classroom management skills.

caring and loving staffstrong staff-child relationshipsprofessional administration
Address
400 Clinton Pkwy, Clinton, MS
Phone
(601) 925-5437
First Umc Preschool & After-School
Church Daycare
4.5

A few parents describe the preschool as a wonderful, warm, and friendly place, with one noting it is very good. However, another reviewer raises serious safety concerns regarding a field trip where a single teacher was left with over 20 children, leading to a child running away and questioning the facility's adherence to child-to-adult ratio regulations.

wonderful preschoolwarm friendly placewelcoming congregation
Address
100 Mount Salus Rd, Clinton, MS
Phone
(601) 924-9961
Morrison Heights Preschool
Church Daycare
4.2

Morrison Heights Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, well-organized facility with friendly and patient staff. Parents highlight the clean environment, security features including live classroom cameras, and individualized attention to each child's development and learning pace. The center is repeatedly described as a blessing to families and strongly recommended by those with experience there.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and bright facilitysecure environment with live classroom cameras
Address
201 Morrison Dr, Clinton, MS
Phone
(601) 925-6428
Sherry Chappell'S Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent reports serious safety concerns, including physical abuse of a toddler by the owner's grandson and unexplained injuries to their daughter. The reviewer also cites unprofessional management, prejudice, and unhygienic food service as reasons for recommending the facility be closed.

None mentioned
Address
887 Magnolia Rd, Clinton, MS
Phone
(601) 924-8503

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 preschools in Clinton, Mississippi. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most preschool programs in Clinton accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
While both provide childcare, preschools in Clinton typically focus more on structured educational activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool programs often run half-day or school-year schedules, while daycare centers offer full-day, year-round care. Many facilities combine both, offering preschool curriculum within a full-day daycare setting.
Preschool costs in Clinton typically range from $600 to $1,500 per month for full-time programs. Half-day programs are usually less expensive. Some preschools offer financial aid, and Mississippi may have state-funded pre-K programs for qualifying families. Contact individual facilities for current tuition rates.
When selecting a preschool in Clinton, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Mississippi's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities