Licensed Daycare in Pelahatchie, Mississippi
3 licensed daycares in Pelahatchie, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Mississippi licensing records.
Pelahatchie listings updated May 2026 from official Mississippi records.
Daycare in Pelahatchie: what parents should know
There are 3 licensed childcare providers on record in Pelahatchie, with Preschool the most common type (about 33% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Mississippi license at indexing time, sourced from Mississippi State Department of Health — Child Care Licensure.
For age coverage, 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.
In total, Pelahatchie providers are approved for approximately 151 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Pelahatchie childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Pelahatchie
ChildCare Aware reports the Mississippi average full-time cost at $650/month for infant care and $540/month for preschool. City-level prices in Pelahatchie vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Mississippi families may also qualify for Mississippi Child Care Payment Program (CCPP) (intake: (800) 877-7882).
Full Mississippi licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Mississippi State Department of Health — Child Care Licensure
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:9
- Preschool ratio
- 1:14
- Avg capacity
- 50 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Pelahatchie
Largest licensed centers in Pelahatchie
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
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Where to get childcare help in Pelahatchie
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programMississippi Child Care Payment Program (CCPP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(800) 877-7882 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Mississippi State Department of Health — Child Care Licensure.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Pelahatchie, Mississippi are compiled from official Mississippi State Department of Health — Child Care Licensure licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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