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Best Before or After School Daycare in Columbus, MS

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Columbus. Average rating: 4.56/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Columbus, Mississippi at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.56/5
Parent reviews
128
Top rated (4.5+)
22

Columbus has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 128 parent reviews averaging 4.56/5.22 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 76% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 39705 (avg 5 stars), while 39701 has the largest selection (20 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbus

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
    Open Arms Christian Learning Center
    4.77 score
    5(17)

    8716 Wolfe Rd, Columbus, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children

    Open Arms Christian Learning Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the staff's genuine care, professionalism, and Christian values, noting that children are excited to attend and show strong academic preparation for school.

    Caring and loving staffprofessional conductsafe and clean facilitiesstrong curriculum
  2. 2
    Project South Side INC.
    4.71 score
    4.9(19)

    100 Nashville Ferry Rd E, Columbus, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    These reviews appear to be for a church rather than a daycare facility. The reviews praise the spiritual atmosphere, pastor's teachings, and welcoming community, but do not contain any information relevant to evaluating PROJECT SOUTH SIDE INC. as a daycare center.

    Welcoming communityspiritual leadershiphospitable environment
  3. 3
    Angel'S Of Mine Christian Daycare
    4.64 score
    4.9(12)

    190 N Lehmberg Rd, Columbus, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

    Parents consistently praise Angels of Mine Christian Daycare for its warm, nurturing environment led by Mrs. Kelly and her staff. Children show significant development in social, emotional, and academic skills, and parents report feeling secure knowing their children are well-cared for. The facility is noted for being clean, organized, and family-oriented with strong parent communication.

    Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean facilitystrong child development outcomesengaging age-appropriate curriculum
  4. 4
    Abundant Life Child Care Center
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    611 S Frontage Rd, Columbus, MS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    The reviews available do not pertain to the daycare facility itself, but rather to the church with which the daycare is affiliated. The reviews praise the church's worship experience and pastor, but provide no information about the daycare's actual services, staff, or child care quality.

    Church atmospherepastoral leadershipwelcoming environment
  5. 5
    United Christian Child Development Center
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    232 Yorkville Rd East, Columbus, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 92 children

    Parents praise United Christian Child Development Center as a welcoming and loving environment with strong religious values. Reviews consistently highlight the caring community and spiritual focus on Christian teachings.

    loving stafffriendly atmosphereChristian educationsupportive community
  6. 6
    Kingdom Vision International Church
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    3193 Highway 69 S, Columbus, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 48 children

    Kingdom Vision International Church in Columbus, Mississippi receives consistently high praise from visitors. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, powerful spiritual services, and compassionate community members. Attendees report meaningful worship experiences and feeling a strong sense of belonging.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentpassionate worship servicescompassionate staff membersmulti-ethnic and family-oriented community
  7. 7
    Community Wide Outreach Minstry
    3.2 score
    3(20)

    922 17th St N, Columbus, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 39 children

    This appears to be a credit union, not a daycare facility. The reviews provided are for Community Wide Federal Credit Union in Columbus, Mississippi, not a childcare center. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    Staff professionalism and courtesyknowledgeable employeesresponsive customer serviceefficient online processes

Rating Distribution

Based on 29 daycares with Google ratings in Columbus

4.5 - 5.0
22
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.55avg rating
20 daycares · 14 rated

Church Daycare

4.81avg rating
16 daycares · 13 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

1avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Columbus zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
397055
5
2
3970215
4.84
9
3970120
4.34
11

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Columbus (12–315 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

22

Large

76–150 children

12

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Columbus based on parent reviews

Main Street Christian School

5

701 Main St, Columbus, MS

Map

Daycare types in Columbus

Child Daycare & Preschools 20Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 16Before or After School Daycare 3

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✝️ Christian Daycare 12

Before or After School Daycare in Columbus, Mississippi

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Columbus, Mississippi, making up 8% of the 40 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 Columbus have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 across 29 rated facilities, with 76% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 128 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Columbus

Showing 3 results

Main Street Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
701 Main St, Columbus, MS
Phone
(662) 328-0240
Columbus Christian School INC.
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2401 7th St N, Columbus, MS
Phone
(662) 241-5600
New Hope Ymca Elementary After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
199 Enlow Dr, Columbus, MS
Phone
(662) 328-0212

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Columbus, Mississippi, out of 40 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 Columbus have an average Google rating of 4.56 out of 5 across 29 rated facilities. About 76% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Columbus, 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
Columbus offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 16 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Columbus for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Columbus 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.