Explorer Kids Jersey City #284
5408 Washington Blvd, , NJ 10004
About Explorer Kids Jersey City #284
Explorer Kids Jersey City #284 is a preschool located in , New Jersey (10004). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the NJ Department of Children and Families — Office of Licensing. Licensed capacity is 44 children.
Cost & subsidies in New Jersey
Statewide averages: $1,530/month infant, $1,100/month preschool. Most New Jersey families qualify for assistance through NJ Child Care Subsidy Program (DFD) (intake: (800) 332-9227).
Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.
Before you enroll
A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Explorer Kids Jersey City #284 and any other licensed provider:
- Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
- Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
- Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
- Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
- Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
- Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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