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Licensed Daycare in New Brunswick, New Jersey

Q: What's the average daycare cost in New Brunswick?

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 New Brunswick?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,530/mo

New Jersey avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in New Brunswick

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 New Brunswick 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: 90 kids

ZIP codes covered

08901 13

Program types in New Brunswick

All New Brunswick licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Lakewood #33

New Brunswick

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 90

C Montessori

Clifton Children's Place #77

New Brunswick

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 117

J Montessori

Jersey City Cloud Nine Kids #280

New Brunswick

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 17

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

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

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick?

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 New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in New Brunswick?

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 New Brunswick 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.