Child Care Centers, Family Child Care & Preschools in Tippah County

Tippah County, Mississippi is home to 4 state-licensed care providers across 2 cities. Use the care-type sections below to compare licensing records, inspections, staff-to-child ratios, and program details.

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Ripley, MS 4 providers Walnut, MS 3 providers

Child Care Centers in Tippah County

2 providers in Tippah County: Ripley

Child Care Center Kingdom Academy At First Baptist Church Ripley, MS 38663 Capacity 100 Child Care Center Noah's Ark Ripley, MS 38663 Capacity 96

Family Child Care Homes in Tippah County

1 provider in Tippah County: Walnut

Family Child Care Home Kandace Barry Walnut, MS 38683 Capacity 5

Preschools in Tippah County

1 provider in Tippah County: Ripley

Preschool Rainbow Kids Preschool Ripley, MS 38663 Capacity 30

Head Start Programs in Tippah County

3 providers in Tippah County: Walnut, Ripley

Head Start Program Chalybeate Head Start Walnut, MS 38683 Capacity 41 Head Start Program Chalybeate Head Start Center Walnut, MS 38683 Capacity 40 Head Start Program Prather Head Start Ripley, MS 38663 Capacity 80

Choosing care in Tippah County

A practical first step is to check licensing status and inspection history, since that is the backbone of what is publicly known about a program. Then look at the things licensing does not measure - group sizes, caregiver consistency, and how the daily rhythm actually feels to your family.

When you are choosing care in Tippah County, 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.

Frequently asked questions

How many state-licensed care providers does Tippah County have?

According to current licensing data, Tippah County, Mississippi has 4 licensed providers: 2 child care centers, 1 family child care homes, and 1 preschools.

Which cities in Tippah County have care providers?

Based on the current data, Ripley, Walnut have care providers listed. Open a city page for local listings.

Data sources

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

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