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Licensed Daycare in Camden, New Jersey

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

Statewide averages in New Jersey run roughly $1530/month for infants and $1100/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 Camden?

New Jersey families can apply for NJ Child Care Subsidy Program (DFD) (intake: (800) 332-9227). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,530/mo

New Jersey avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Camden

ChildCare Aware reports the New Jersey average full-time cost at $1,530/month for infant care and $1,100/month for preschool. City-level prices in Camden 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. New Jersey families may also qualify for NJ Child Care Subsidy Program (DFD) (intake: (800) 332-9227).

Full New Jersey licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: NJ Department of Children and Families — Office of Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 64 kids

ZIP codes covered

08104 10 08105 8 08103 7 08102 7

Program types in Camden

Montessori School

4 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

4 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

4 centers

Before & After School Care

4 centers

Preschool Program

3 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

3 centers

All Camden licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Newark #54

Camden

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 69

A Head Start

Active Kids Jersey City #77

Camden

2 years - 12 years Cap 16

C Before/After School

Camden Cloud Nine Kids #184

Camden

School Age (5+) Cap 109

C Licensed Center

Camden Little Angels #187

Camden

Infants & Toddlers Cap 49

C Montessori

Camden Smart Start Academy #186

Camden

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 61

E Before/After School

Elizabeth Bright Beginnings #96

Camden

School Age (5+) Cap 113

E Montessori

Elizabeth Children's Place #98

Camden

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 105

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Jersey City #74

Camden

School Age (5+) Cap 73

F Head Start

First Steps Trenton #165

Camden

2 years - 12 years Cap 72

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Elizabeth #97

Camden

Preschool (2-5) Cap 47

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Elizabeth Daycare #99

Camden

Infants & Toddlers Cap 19

J Group Care

Jersey City Generations Daycare #75

Camden

School Age (5+) Cap 26

J Preschool

Jersey City KinderSmile #76

Camden

Preschool (2-5) Cap 41

J Group Care

Jumping Jacks Woodbridge #119

Camden

School Age (5+) Cap 61

L Family Daycare

La Petite Academy Trenton #162

Camden

School Age (5+) Cap 80

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Camden, New Jersey?

Our directory lists 28 licensed childcare centers in Camden, New Jersey, sourced from NJ Department of Children and Families — Office of Licensing. 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 Camden?

Statewide averages in New Jersey run roughly $1530/month for infants and $1100/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 Camden daycares?

All licensed New Jersey centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Camden typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Camden?

New Jersey families can apply for NJ Child Care Subsidy Program (DFD) (intake: (800) 332-9227). 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 Camden daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official NJ Department of Children and Families — Office of Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.