Licensed child care in New Jersey
How child care licensing works in New Jersey, where to verify a license and the cities we cover with the state's official data.
Who licenses child care
New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF), Office of Licensing.
The New Jersey data covers licensed child care centers only; registered family child care homes are not included.
Child Care NJ provider searchLicense types in the data
| Type (as named by the state) | Programs |
|---|---|
| Licensed Child Care Center | 4,091 |
Source: DCF Office of Licensing, licensed child care centers layer (NJDEP GIS), data of October 6, 2026.
New Jersey cities
Help paying
Child Care Assistance Program, New Jersey Department of Human Services. See child care assistance by state and daycare costs.
Questions
Who licenses child care in New Jersey?
New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF), Office of Licensing. Its official search is "Child Care NJ provider search".
How many licensed child care programs are in New Jersey?
The state data we use (October 6, 2026) lists 4,091 centers and programs and 0 family child care homes with an active license.
Is there help paying for child care in New Jersey?
Yes. The main program is Child Care Assistance Program, New Jersey Department of Human Services. Eligibility depends on income, family size and work or school hours.