Child Care Centers, Family Child Care & Preschools in Pontotoc, MS

Pontotoc, Mississippi is served by 5 state-licensed child care providers. Use the care-type sections below to compare licensing, inspections, ratios, and program details.

Care type in Pontotoc	Providers
Child Care Centers	5	View directory
Family Child Care Homes	0	—
Group Child Care Homes	0	—
Preschools	0	—
Head Start Programs	2	View directory
School-Age Programs	0	—
Child Care Providers	0	—

Child Care Centers in Pontotoc

5 licensed child care centerss are listed in Pontotoc. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Child Care Center Circle Of Friends Of Pontotoc Pontotoc, MS 38863 Capacity 179 Child Care Center Playmates Daycare/Learning Center Pontotoc, MS 38863 Capacity 100 Child Care Center The Kangaroo's Pouch Children's Center Pontotoc, MS 38863 Capacity 210 Child Care Center The Learning Tree Children's Academy Pontotoc, MS 38863 Capacity 216 Child Care Center Young Discovery Academy Pontotoc, MS 38863 Capacity 390

Head Start Programs in Pontotoc

2 federally funded head start programss are listed in Pontotoc. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Head Start Program Pontotoc Head Start/ Early Head Start Pontotoc, MS 38863 Capacity 103 Head Start Program Pontotoc HS/ EHS Pontotoc, MS 38863 Capacity 16

ZIP codes in Pontotoc

ZIP 38863Care providers

How to pick care in Pontotoc

Treat any single record as a starting point, not a verdict. Child care quality lives in the details: staff-to-child ratios, caregiver training and turnover, how the space is kept, and whether the program's schedule and approach fit your family's needs.

When you are choosing care in Pontotoc, MS, visit in person if you can, ask about current openings and waitlists, and get tuition, hours, and holiday schedules in writing. Also ask how the program handles sick days, late pickups, and concerns that come up during the day.

Nearby cities in Pontotoc County

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Frequently asked questions

How many care facilities does Pontotoc, MS have?

Based on current licensing data, Pontotoc is home to 5 state-licensed providers: 5 child care centers, 0 family child care homes, and 0 preschools.

How do Pontotoc facilities score on average quality ratings?

State licensing agencies publish quality ratings for some providers. Open individual facility pages in Pontotoc to view ratings where available.

Is child care in Pontotoc licensed?

Not every provider in this directory is licensed; state-licensed listings are. Licensing rules and costs vary by setting, so confirm licensing status and costs with the provider and at ChildCare.gov before deciding.

Data sources

Data source: ChildCare.gov state licensing resources and Head Start Service Locations (HHS/ACF). Data as of 2026-10-07. This page is informational and is not professional advice.

Required disclosures

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