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Licensed Daycare in Hamilton, New Jersey

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

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 Hamilton?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,530/mo

New Jersey avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Hamilton

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 Hamilton 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: 76 kids

ZIP codes covered

08691 8 08629 8 08610 8 08690 4 08611 4 08609 4

Program types in Hamilton

Licensed Family Daycare Home

6 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

6 centers

Head Start Center

6 centers

Before & After School Care

6 centers

All Hamilton licensed centers

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N Preschool

Newark Children's Place #170

Hamilton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 23

N Licensed Center

Newark Discovery Preschool #175

Hamilton

Infants & Toddlers Cap 111

N Head Start

Newark Kids First Academy #163

Hamilton

2 years - 12 years Cap 80

N Family Daycare

Newark Stepping Stones #176

Hamilton

School Age (5+) Cap 85

N Before/After School

Newark Sunshine Daycare #164

Hamilton

School Age (5+) Cap 118

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Jersey City #197

Hamilton

2 years - 12 years Cap 19

T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Elizabeth #219

Hamilton

Infants & Toddlers Cap 41

T Preschool

Toms River Learning Tree #250

Hamilton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 80

T Family Daycare

Toms River Playhouse Academy #264

Hamilton

School Age (5+) Cap 87

T Preschool

Toms River Smart Start Academy #258

Hamilton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 58

T Before/After School

Toms River Sunflower Daycare #252

Hamilton

School Age (5+) Cap 94

T Montessori

Trenton Childcare Academy #272

Hamilton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 100

T Montessori

Trenton Early Learning Center #280

Hamilton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 100

T Before/After School

Trenton KinderCare #286

Hamilton

School Age (5+) Cap 48

T Licensed Center

Trenton Little Stars Daycare #273

Hamilton

Infants & Toddlers Cap 80

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

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

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

Our directory lists 36 licensed childcare centers in Hamilton, 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 Hamilton?

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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Hamilton?

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 Hamilton 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.