Licensed Daycare in Mountainside, New Jersey
Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.
Childcare costs in Mountainside
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 Mountainside 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 overviewQuick 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
- 50 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Mountainside
All Mountainside licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Edison Childcare Academy #89
Mountainside
Hamilton Cloud Nine Kids #133
Mountainside
Newark Bright Beginnings #336
Mountainside
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Search 6 Licensed Centers in Mountainside
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