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Licensed Daycare in Forest, Mississippi

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Forest?

Statewide averages in Mississippi run roughly $650/month for infants and $540/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Forest?

Mississippi families can apply for Mississippi Child Care Payment Program (CCPP) (intake: (800) 877-7882). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$650/mo

Mississippi avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Forest

ChildCare Aware reports the Mississippi average full-time cost at $650/month for infant care and $540/month for preschool. City-level prices in Forest 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 overview

Quick 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: 44 kids

ZIP codes covered

39074 3

Program types in Forest

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Forest licensed centers

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E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Southaven #39

Forest

School Age (5+) Cap 44

P Preschool

Pearl Sunshine Daycare #33

Forest

Preschool (2-5) Cap 52

T Head Start

Tupelo Creative Kids #86

Forest

2 years - 12 years Cap 37

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Forest, Mississippi?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Forest, Mississippi, sourced from Mississippi State Department of Health — Child Care Licensure. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Forest?

Statewide averages in Mississippi run roughly $650/month for infants and $540/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Forest daycares?

All licensed Mississippi centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:9 for toddlers, and 1:14 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Forest typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Forest?

Mississippi families can apply for Mississippi Child Care Payment Program (CCPP) (intake: (800) 877-7882). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Forest daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Mississippi State Department of Health — Child Care Licensure search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.