Licensed Daycare in Sledge, Mississippi
3 licensed daycares in Sledge, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Mississippi licensing records.
Sledge listings updated May 2026 from official Mississippi records.
Daycare in Sledge: what parents should know
Sledge has 3 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Infant Care 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 center in Sledge report infant care (roughly 33% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early). 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.
In total, Sledge providers are approved for approximately 249 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Sledge childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Sledge
ChildCare Aware reports the Mississippi average full-time cost at $650/month for infant care and $540/month for preschool. City-level prices in Sledge 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
- 83 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Sledge
Largest licensed centers in Sledge
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Sledge licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.
Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
How many licensed daycare centers are in Sledge, Mississippi?
What's the average daycare cost in Sledge?
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Sledge daycares?
Are subsidies available for daycare in Sledge?
How do I verify a Sledge daycare's license?
Where to get childcare help in Sledge
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.
Official license searchChildcare resources for Sledge
Data and guidance on this page draw on official government and nonprofit sources.
How this data is sourced. Listings for Sledge, 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
Search 3 Licensed Centers in Sledge
Free, no signup, verified directly with Mississippi State Department of Health — Child Care Licensure.