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There is so much to think about when choosing child care in New Jersey.

Balancing location, cost, quality and just feeling good about the child care provider can make this important decision challenging. New Jersey's child care program under the Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development can provide you with valuable information to help you make that selection. The state's child care program can support you with information about applying for child care assistance, where to find child care, licensing and complaint data and what makes a quality program.

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Am I Eligible?

If you are thinking about or are applying for child care assistance to help you pay for care, our eligibility calculator will let you know if you may be eligible.

Quick Links for Parents

Quick Links for Providers

Helpful Hints for Filling Out an Application

Types of Care

There are many types of child care or early learning programs to choose from. Some are in a school, others in a child care center or in someone's home.

Regulations for Child Care Programs

You want your child to be safe. Understanding who licenses or registers your child's programs is a good start.