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Downtown Little School

Downtown Little School is a child care center in New York, New York. Care is offered for u... Read More

RBNY Academy Inc @ Secaucus

RBNY Academy Inc @ Secaucus is a child care center in SECAUCUS, New Jersey. Care is offere... Read More

RECREATION ROOMS AND SETTLEMENT

Recreation Rooms And Settlement is a child care center in New York, New York. Care is offe... Read More

M and N Childcare, Inc.

M and N Childcare, Inc. is a child care center in New York, New York. Care is offered for ... Read More

Barrow Street Nursery School

At Barrow Street Nursery School, our mission is to help students build the foundation for ... Read More

5.0- 6 Reviews

New York, NY 10014

2 years - 6 years

Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 4:00pm

$1,000-3,100/month

Center, Child led

Downing Street Preschool

The Downing Street Playgroup is a non-profit cooperative preschool, licensed by the New Yo... Read More

5.0- 19 Reviews

New York, NY 10014

2 years - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 3:00pm

$605-1,865/month

Center, Child led

Karamoko, Nadia

Karamoko, Nadia is a home based child care provider in New York, New York. Care is offered... Read More

Hands In 4 Youth, Inc.

Hands In 4 Youth, Inc. is a child care center in NEW YORK, New York. Care is offered for u... Read More

Bright Horizons Children's Center at Broad Street + Back-Up Care

Children First/ Bright Horizons @125 Broad St. is a child care center in New York, New Yor... Read More

NORY, Inc

NORY, Inc is a child care provider in New York, New York. Care is offered for up to 100 ch... Read More

IMAGINE EARLY LEARNING CENTER,LLC

Imagine Early Learning Center,Llc is a child care provider in New York, New York. Full tim... Read More

Horace Mann Community School

Horace Mann Community School is a child care center in Bayonne, New Jersey. Care is offere... Read More

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Frequently asked questions about Jersey City daycares

How much does daycare cost in Jersey City, NJ?

Daycare prices in Jersey City vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in Jersey City and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Jersey City, NJ?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in Jersey City?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Jersey City daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many Jersey City families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.